Monica ODell

4/3/2024

Kristina was such a wonderful addition and asset to our birth team. We engaged with Kristina fairly late in our pregnancy journey when things really seemed to get overwhelming quickly. Kristina served as the best sounding board, listening to our concerns, helping us understand and organize our choices and questions and providing guidance and support as we put together our birth plan. My birth did not go as planned and took many twists and turns unexpectedly. Kristina was our calm in the storm--making sure we were informed and listened to every step of the way. We are so grateful to have had her support through our journey and cannot recommend her more highly! 

Crystal Wade

12/14/2023

I cannot say enough good things about Kristina! This was my first experience with a birth doula and she surpassed all my expectations. She was fantastic with communication (very important to me) and preparing us for our daughter's birth. She was incredible during my induction at the hospital not only setting the right atmosphere but also coaching me, my family and even some of the nurses as we were in labor. She is a wonderful combination of the technical but also the personal skills--that was such a gift to me and my family during birth. I could tell even the hospital staff liked having her there. She also has given me so many valuable referrals and resources. She is a wonderful person you'd want as your friend, I highly recommend her! 

Tara Ellis

4/11/2023

There are some things that cannot be taught regardless of the amount of experience you have. Your presence and grace -- the healing energy you share, are gifts that come naturally.

From the moment Kristina arrived, where I was doing my best to stay calm while my daughter endured illness on top of labor, the atmosphere changed. Kristina exudes a confidence and gentleness that was obvious not only to me and my daughter, but also the nurses. They immediately stepped aside and agreed with all of her wonderful suggestions and the way in which she executed them.

From the candles for the bath to the fan, music, and other things I wouldn't have thought of, it all transformed the fear and sterility into something more akin to a peaceful, natural experience. 

Kristina's practical techniques to aid in the labor not only helped relieve the pain, but also sped up the labor, making my daughter's preference for a drug-free and nautrual delivery possible.

I can't express my gratitude enough for what Kristina did. I would absolutely recommend her as a doula and her approach has changed my whole perspective on labor and delivery after birthing two of my own children. 

Thank you, Kristina!!!

Megan pless

2/7/2023

Kristina was truly a blessing to have during my birthing experience. This was my second pregnancy and I knew more of what I wanted going into the delivery room. I wanted to try a natural birth with as little intervention as possible. I also remembered how hard it can be to advocate for yourself when you are experiencing such intense pain. Kristina helped make my ideal birth possible by advocating for me to use things like the birthing tub, using a fan, trying out different positions and having an overall supportive environment. This was a beautiful experience that I will never forget and it wouldn't have been possible without her by my side.