Rachel and her husband moved to Atlanta when she was already five months pregnant with her first baby, Daniel. “At my age, with this being my first pregnancy and with IVF, my previous OB warned me to find an OB/GYN quickly since not all providers accept patients so late in pregnancy,” Rachel said.
Amid the whirlwind of finding a new home and adjusting to life in a new city, Rachel began her search for an OB/GYN. “I Googled nearby OBs and found Cherokee Women’s Health. Their website was so helpful, and when I saw Dr. Stone’s photo, I thought, ‘She seems so kind and approachable.’ I asked around at my new church community, and a few moms there also recommended Cherokee Women’s Health. So, I decided to schedule an appointment and I’m so glad I did.”
From her very first visit, Rachel felt reassured by the level of care she received. “Dr. Stone listened to all my concerns and really put me at ease. Everyone at the office was so kind and inviting.”
An Early Arrival
Rachel’s delivery was scheduled for a C-section at Northside Hospital Cherokee, but baby Daniel had other plans. “At 3:05 a.m., while I was brushing my teeth, my water broke! My husband and I rushed to the hospital. Even though we were a bit ahead of schedule, the staff made everything so smooth.”
Rachel had her epidural at 6:30 a.m., and by 7:07 a.m., baby Daniel was born. “I was so nervous about the procedure, but the team was amazing. They walked me through everything step by step, and the process couldn’t have gone better.”
A Grateful Heart
Rachel was overwhelmed by the kindness and professionalism of everyone at Northside Hospital Cherokee. “The nurses were so sweet and attentive, even offering to help with Daniel at night so I could rest. They treated me like family. The care I received was truly incredible.”
She added, “I even joked that the food was so good it felt like I was staying at a 5-star hotel! Everything about the experience exceeded my expectations.”
Advice for New Moms
Reflecting on her experience, Rachel offered advice to other first-time moms.
“Do your homework. Research your provider and the hospital. Once you find someone you trust, relax and trust the process. You’re in good hands, you’ll be just fine.”
Now home and recovering well, Rachel shared her gratitude.
“I’m so thankful for Dr. Stone and the entire team at Cherokee Women’s Health. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and I’m so grateful they helped bring Daniel into the world safely.”
