Vonda Kunz Doula Profile

Vonda was amazing!

She was always there for me before during and after my pregnancy.

She was very knowledgable about everything I had question about or information I needed.

I don't think I could have done it without her.  She was a wonderful support for my husband as well and caring of his needs as well.

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

Vonda Kunz was an alternate doula whom I had had one phone conversation with previous to my labor experience. I called Vonda around 7 pm and let her know that I was having signs of early labor. By 9:30, I was pretty sure it was the real deal and called her again to let her know that my contactions were 6-8 minutes apart. Vonda arrived at 11:30 pm (lives over an hour and a half away), just when the pain was starting to get really intense. She stayed with me and my husband at home for the next two hours and massaged my lower back, squeezed my hips through contractions, suggested different positions to try, and calmly remined me through contractions to breathe out and relax my hips. She also had me use the Tenz (spelling?) Unit, which was really helpful. By the time we got to the hospital (1:30 am), my contractions were right on top of each other (1 minute apart). I was shown to my delivery room, hooked up to the baby monitors, and checked by the nurses (at which point it was determined that I was fully dilated). Vonda stayed by my side through this most intense part of labor and suggested that I stay upright and off the monitors as much as possible. The doctor broke my water, and had me start pushing sitting on the bed. After two tries like this, Vonda suggested squatting, which felt much better, and after 2-3 tries in this position, my baby arrived at 2:22 am (20 minutes of pushing). Vonda captured the experience with pictures. She was a huge help with pain relief, easing the burden on my husband, reminding me to relax and breathe out through contractions, and encouraging me the whole way! She stayed a couple hours after the birth to make sure all was well and checked in the following days by phone.  I was so glad to have Vonda there through the birth experience and would recommend her to anyone!

We are so blessed that Vonda came into our lives and was there for the birth of our second daughter.  Having had our first daughter with no doula and having Vonda there for our second I will never go without someone as knowledgeable and kind as Vonda for another birth.  As soon as she walked in the room everything seemed better - the creams and oils she used got rid of my back labor instantly and the knowledge that Vonda has seems to come from a place that cannot be taught.   I truely believe that Vonda was born to help women through labor - I had a non medicated wonderful birth and I believe that Vonda was a big part of that. 

Vonda was great after we had the baby. She called and checked up on me and was available when I had questions. Vonda came the house and gave me a much needed postpartum massage. I'm so glad that she was there for us even after the birth.

Emily Brinkley

I'm so glad we had Vonda at our birth. She knew just what we needed and was a calm and caring presents that made me feel confident. She really helped me stay focused on the things that were important. I will be forever grateful to Vonda for her support during my labor and birth. Our 9lbs 10oz baby boy was born at home, gently into the hands of his father with lots of love and support surrounding us.

If you are thinking of having Vonda attend your birth know that you are in good hands and I pray you are as blessed as our family has been.

On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the highest) I rate my experience with Vonda Kunz a 10. She was our Doula with our first child and I hope she will be for the three or four still to come.  I chose Vonda because of her positive attitude and easy communication style.  I found her presence very calming. Vonda is a VERY GOOD listener; we appreciated the way she discussed options with us.  We asked LOTS of questions and after telling us the pros and cons, let us decide for ourselves. No matter what choice we made she was happy and supportive. That was very important to us. 

I had assumed that my husband would be the primary person to comfort me during labor and delivery. I was surprised to find that was not the case.  He did a wonderful job, and didn't do anything wrong, but knowing that she had been through this and could relate was what made me believe that I could do it and I trusted her when she said that everything would be okay.  It was her coaching and her encouragment that made all the difference.  Looking back on it now, I suppose I could have done it without Vonda's help, but I wouldn't want to.  She made a very special experience even more special.  I still keep in touch with her and give her regular updates on how our family is doing.   I  wholeheartedly recommend Vonda Kunz.  I honestly can't imagine anyone being better suited to the tasks and responsibilities of a Doula.

Sarah Kjellerson

To whom it may concern,

     My experience with Vonda Kunz being my doula was exceptional!  She rubbed my back during labor, held a wet cloth over my head, and stayed with me in the tub at the hospital.  She was intune to every need I had.  She was very gentle and unobtrusive.  She knew what my every need was,  and was graceful and kind.  I used Vonda Kunz in not just one of my births, but in two of them.  I would reccomend her to anyone who wants a great personal experience with a very kind and gentle woman, who is educated and loves what she does.  

     Just a side note, I love my husband very much.  I told my husband that Vonda Kunz was going to be at the second birth to be my doula, no matter who was there, EVEN him!!!  lol He didn't like that much... However, It is true!!!   You won't be disappointed... She is the Best!!!

                                                                                                                                                                   Thanks, Debbie

Vonda Kunz is not only a personal friend, but she was there to coach me thru the labor and delivery of my first child. I was only at the hospital for 2 hours before my son was born, but Vonda was there to help me remain relaxed, focused, and to help me remember to breath! She was peacefull and calm, but at the same time was very focused on my needs and keeping me on track when the contractions became very strong. During that time she remained upbeat and positive. When my son finally did come, I was very glad that she was there and had come to be a help to me and my family. I would reccomend Vonda to anyone looking for a Doula who may be a first time mother. She was very helpful and needed, since it is a lot harder to remember to breath and realx, and remain focused with your first child. Even if it is not your first birth, it's helpful to have someone who is there completely for you and concerned with your needs, and not only that, but she knows what is needed, what helps, and what works.