Testimonials

Natalie & Drew

-From a new dad’s perspective, I could not imagine doing a natural birth without the assistance of a doula. Even though I had done the birth classes, it was so easy to forget the little things that I could be doing to help my wife. Kirsten was there to not only support my wife, but me as well.  Her calming presence and wisdom from experience was comforting and reassured my wife that she could give a natural birth.

-Walking through my pregnancy and birth with Kirsten was incredible. She was there to answer all of my questions, calm my fears and encourage me. She prepared me well for labor and was a huge support when the day came. I did not have to worry about remembering how to breathe, different labor positions to get in or what to tell my husband. She was there to guide us through it all! I cannot imagine having a natural birth without her. And on top of that, she took amazing pictures and video of precious moments that would not have been captured without her!

Amanda &  Jim

Having a doula present at the delivery of our second child was pivotal to a successful natural birth. For my first pregnancy, I had hoped and prepared for a natural birth, but due to complications, our son’s labor required numerous interventions. I left that experience feeling confused and doubting my ability to have a natural birth the second time around.

With Kirsten’s support and coaching before and during labor, I was able to overcome my doubts and fears and even the physical obstacles that could have prevented me from having a natural labor. Prior to mylabor, Kirsten listened to my needs and concerns and helped to prepare me emotionally for the challenges that I might face. During labor, Kirsten was able to provide the perfect combination of strength and encouragement along with compassion, gentleness and understanding. Her coaching on breathing techniques and labor positions truly saved the day – I don’t feel like I could have managed without her. My husband was also incredibly grateful for Kirsten’s coaching and support and felt that it helped him to be more available to meet my emotional needs.