Tribe Of Mine
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The Best Experience Ever! I had to drop a quick note about how amazing my experience with Kristi and she was during my pregnancy and birth. It was seriously the best! Kristi is an absolute superstar! She’s like that positive, motivating friend you wish you had.
I would not have been successful without you. You believed in me, my body, my ability even when I questioned it. You knew what to do at every step – from our first conversation to the leading up to the birth, to actual birth & right after. Thank you for the experience. A vaginal birth after 2 c-sections (vba2c) is nearly impossible to achieve logistically. But we did it.
Renée was an invaluable part of our team during my wife’s first pregnancy and the birth of our child. I was initially unsure about hiring a doula. After working with Renée, I wouldn’t recommend childbirth without one. She gave us the confidence and tools to feel prepared for the birth, and was a source of strength and calm during a very long and strenuous labor.
Renée taught me how each stage of labor and delivery worked, how my wife’s body would react, and how the physical, emotional and mental processes are connected. Armed with this knowledge heading into the birth, we were able to make sound, reasoned decisions for my wife’s care and comfort during each step of the process. Renée was there for me when I needed her, stepping in as a second supporter and caregiver for my wife after a sleepless night in the delivery room. She stayed with us for more than 40 hours, helping to ensure a healthy delivery and providing immediate breastfeeding and bonding support. I do not think we would have had the confidence and presence of mind to make clear decisions that led to a healthy childbirth without her.
Renée’s approach was perfect for us. She equipped us with the knowledge we needed. She was caring and direct in her communication, and was a great listener throughout. She truly wanted what was best for us, and wanted to support our decision making, whatever it turned out to be. I would recommend Renée to anyone who wants to feel knowledgeable, supported and confident in birthing a child.
Wilson A.
There are not enough words to describe how great of a doula and lactation counselor Kristi is. She prepared my husband and I so well for the birth of our beautiful baby girl. I reached out to Kristi in the very early stages of my pregnancy and she broke down how she teaches her classes. Each class was more interesting than the previous one. (It also helps when your partner is super involved- it makes it more exciting!) During the birthing process, Kristi prepared us so well for my 19 hour labor and 10 minutes (yes 10 minutes!) of pushing- for a first time mom.
The way she advocated for myself and my husband in the hospital made us feel very grateful to have her there with us. She made me feel like anything was possible. I feel that everyone should have a doula- there were things I “thought” I knew but Kristi informed us of so much more- how to rest in between contractions and breathe through them. I am honored to have had Kristi there as our doula. We had a very special birthing team and we owe our healthy and safe delivery of our baby girl to her!
Just a little update baby is doing great. She passed all her tests! Kristie is recovering. She took a nice shower this morning and is resting in bed.Everything else is doing great! Just wanted to give you an update! Again, we cannot thank you enough.
You’re the Best Damn Doula In The World!
~ Successful VBAC Family
