I knew when I brought Katie on board as my doula that she would be a gentle and calming presence when bringing my baby girl into the world. What I didn't know is how much I would rely on her for information and support in the months, and hours, leading up to my birth experience. I had NO IDEA how much there was to know about childbirth - Katie made sure I was aware that I had a lot of options and that I could make the final decisions in how I wanted to give birth to my daughter. Thanks to her, I had a birth plan that spoke for me. In those moments where it looked like hospital staff might not be inclined to follow my plan, Katie was there to make sure my needs were met. It was like having my own personal fairy godmother. From words of encouragement to a magic bag of tricks that included aromatic oils, fluffy socks, and ginger candy to foot rubs- Katie was an absolute gift. Choosing to have her as my doula was undoubtedly one of the best choices I made in pregnancy, for me and for my daughter. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. Q.M, Los Angeles
I found Katie in my 40th week of pregnancy. I hadn't looked earlier because I'd planned on having my mom and sisters there to support me. Then last minute, I was kicking myself for not having found a doula and decided I'd look. As my due date approached and passed, Boy was I wrong about not needing one. It was the best thing I could have done for myself and the baby! I knew as soon as I spoke on the phone with Katie that she would be amazing and she was!
We actually met face to face in the hospital while I was in labor and she jumped right in exactly when I needed her physically. I must tell you; however, she had supported me emotionally and cerebrally up until that moment. She is such a loving, nurturing person and fills the space with radiant light and positive energy-exactly the environment that I wanted to bring my baby into. I'm so happy that Katie was a part of my birth experience. I can't imagine doing it without her. She is a treasure!
J.I, Los Angeles
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I can't thank you enough for all you did for me that day. The dancing, squeezing, breathing, loving. I feel like you are a part of our family. My birth experience was a dream come true.
D.N, Manhattan Beach
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My mind and body were able to be where they needed to be because you were there! We will always be grateful to you!
C.W, Torrance
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Thank you so much for your wonderful support! We couldn't have tried VBAC without your help! It was so nice to have someone who I can trust and give me the confidence to go through delivery! Your support definitely made my delivery easy! I'm so glad that I got to know you and had the most wonderful experience that I've ever dreamed of!! This is for sure the most memorable event of my life now!!! Thank you, Thank you, and Thank you, Katie!!!
K.M, San Pedro
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Thanks for being there with your nice smelling oils, calm demeanor, and all your stuff in your "Mary Poppins" support bag. We'll call you for #3!!
A.G, San Pedro ( a supportive Papa)
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The majority of young mamas like me at 21, can't imagine having a baby the natural way. I'm just so happy Katie that you are in my life giving me the confidence to be a strong woman. And the whole time during the labor I had my eyes closed and knowing your hand was just holding on to mine was such an assurance. Oh my, and the fourth day into breastfeeding I remember calling you crying my eyes out because I couldn't figure out what was wrong, calmly you just walked me through it. It just threw everyone else's advice out the window. You nurtured me and took great care of me and my baby.
A.A, Burbank
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