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Kelsey & Joel - baby JosephineKathy was such an amazing source of support as a doula during the birth of our daughter. As first time parents we were pretty shocked by how quickly an unmedicated birth starts to feel a little out of control and overwhelming. Kathy helped keep us both calm (well as calm as possible during childbirth :) ) and made sure to explain everything that was happening. I was unprepared for the fact that I forgot all that I'd learned about birth and labor during the actual experience. Kathy was absolutely essential in maintaining a controlled and stable environment. I don't know what we would have done without her.
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Lindsay & Mark - baby JasonWe hired Kathy when I got pregnant with my second baby and was very hopefully for a vbac. So much research pointed toward the benefit of having a doula. After some convincing of my husband, he agreed and when we meet Kathy I could tell she was a good fit for us. Her attitude toward the importance of supporting all births and birth wishes was evident. She had no agenda toward a right or wrong birth, but she was knowledgeable and encouraging about asking questions and allowing ourselves time to make decisions if we weren't total comfortable. She was not only a constant support thought out my pregnancy, but I firmly believe was crucial to ultimately achieving the vbac I wanted despite going past my due date and a long, up and down labor, including one particularly negative doctor. Her presence though labor and delivery was absolutely the calm, collected, strong support that my husband and I both needed. And I do know too, that if for some reason I wasn't able to have the vbac I hoped for, that her support and strength would have been unwavering and would have gotten us through with my head high. My husband, who was like many and a bit skeptical at first, completely agrees. Kathy didn't replace any of his role at all, but supported both of us, plus went above and beyond. I cannot recommend Kathy more!!! Thank you so much Kathy!! |
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Kevi & Ross - baby TheaKathy came recommended from a family member, and I was very thankful to find her. She was a immediate match with the style of doula I had in mind, and proved herself to be extremely thoughtful in anticipating needs, and giving her sincere kindness and friendly but professional support that I needed along the way. In my 24+ hour labor she was quick to provide exactly what I and my husband most needed at every step of our journey, and she worked with us to learn about those needs in advance. Even now, in the post-partum phase of my care she has offered herself generously and been of much help. I would highly recommend Kathy's services to any of my closest friends without hesitation.
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