Amy Castellow

4/12/2026

Analena was amazing! She was so compassionate and confidant and has the kind of temperament and presence I had been praying for. She offered a lot of peace and physical and emotional support!

Camille McCall

4/8/2026

Analena was exactly who I needed at my birth! I’m so thankful that I can now call her a friend because I can’t imagine my life without her anymore! She helped us usher in our miracle baby, and she was the calming, kind, knowledgeable presence that we needed in the weeks leading up to our son’s birth, and during his birth! She was my cheerleader and sounding board throughout the entire process, and I can now confidently say that having a doula present at your birth is absolutely necessary! Analena not only helped me, but she helped my husband so much too! It’s hard for a husband to understand exactly what his wife needs during pregnancy and birth and Analena gently guided him so that he was helpful and always felt included. During the birth, she knew when to step in and when to take a step back, it was like she could read our minds! It gave us so much peace of mind to know that there was always someone in our corner who we knew had our best interests at heart and was experienced during my birth… that peace of mind is priceless! You want to go into birth as prepared as possible, you can’t remember everything, so bring a doula who can do that work for you! We love you, Analena!

Jessica Enright

4/8/2026

I absolutely could not imagine going through my birth experience without Analena Ketchum and NDDA. She went above and beyond during the preparation leading up to the birth.

We don’t have any family in the area locally, so our labor experience was just myself, my husband, and our doula. Having Analena there was like having a best girlfriend who knew exactly what I needed at every moment, but also had the medical knowledge to help me navigate decisions while in a vulnerable mental and physical state. She did this all while including my husband and not making him feel overshadowed. My labor and birth was very long with a lot of unexpected challenges along the way; Analena knew exactly how to encourage and empower me to do what I thought was impossible.

She’s forever a part of our family and story of bringing our sweet baby girl into the world. We love you, Analena!

Catherine Cravalho

4/4/2026

Analena was a super supportive doula that eased my fears during my first childbirth and just helped make the experience better. I appreciated her very caring/sensitive but also firm presence. Even though our time on the day was much shorter than expected because I had a quick birth, I’m so glad that she was a part of the day my daughter was born! And she was very helpful with guidance and suggestions both before after birth. Would definitely recommend her!

Meredith Seyler

4/1/2026

Analena was an absolute God send! We could not have gotten through our labor without her. She was amazing from start to finish with guiding through contractions, helping with different positions, massages and techniques and advocating for us the entire time. She was kind, professional, comforting and just exactly what we needed for the most special day of our lives. If you’re on the fence on whether you need a birth doula for a natural hospital birth, this is your sign! Analena is the absolute best! ??

Chanté

10/22/2025

Let me start by saying Analena is the absolute best doula out there! We’ve had 3 different doulas for each of our babies, from Csection to first VBAC to second VBAC (with Analena). She’s a yes person, keeps it real, helped make my birth plan go as smoothly as possible, and was even down to do the craziest requests like dancing during labor with me. She came prepared, she literally jumped right into hip squeezes as a contraction started when she arrived. I was shocked but that helped immensely right away! She helped me rest when I was tired but also kept things going to not stall labor, she was my voice and brain to help me remember things I wanted to do. She prayed over my husband and I, as well as our baby girl during labor. She’s super respectful, sweet, funny, caring, all the things I could’ve hoped for and more! She was like an angel sent to help during such a big transitional life event, bringing our third baby earth-side. Hands down, 10/10 would recommend her. ??

Bailey

10/19/2025

Analena was everything I could've wanted in a doula for my first birth which was unmedicated and in a hospital.  Analena will not only be a professional help, but a friend. Our meetings beforehand with my husband and I were insightful and informative. We really felt prepared in knowing what to expect. It was so nice as labor began to have someone to contact and advise us - even at 3am when we reached out, she was available and ready to help. Without her we definitely would have panicked and gone straight to triage! I got to labor at home for a bit and felt so safe knowing we had her. She thought of everything to make the process my dream birth - lights, music, oils, snacks, birthing tools. My labor was long, at 26 hours, and she helped me along in progressing and staying in it. One of my initial concerns in hiring a doula was that birth would feel like WE were the team instead of my husband and I. She supported BOTH of us in helping that experience be something connective and what my husband and I wanted. I seriously couldn't have done it without her. A priority for us was also that we had someone faith-based and Analena was the right pick! She prayed for us and with us and kept the birthing room atmosphere exactly what we hoped for. She is the one you want! 

Emmi Donohue

10/19/2025

My husband and I had an incredible first home birth with Analena as our Doula and I believe she was absolutely pivotal to me getting the birth outcome I deeply desired. This was my very first birth ever, and my labor experience was one my midwives were awestruck with because of how well it went. From the planning and envisioning of our birth with Analena, to the actual experience, everything was showered with intentionality and care. She came as soon as we needed her, and had a presence full of peace and confidence throughout the entire birth. When I struggled to breathe, she did it with me. When I needed a change in positioning she knew exactly what to do. She included my husband in every part of the process and never took over the experience. She even captured moments on my phone that I will treasure forever, just because she knew I'd want them later! I honestly can't imagine our birth without her and I'm forever grateful for her. You can expect support from her post labor as well, as she brings homemade protein snacks and helps you through any nursing struggles you might find yourself in. She's amazing. 

Lindsey Wade

10/19/2025

Analena helped me reach my goal of an unmedicated birth and was a source of support throughout the whole labor process. She advocated for my birth plan, helped me be as comfortable as possible with hip squeezes, changing positions, etc. She is very knowledgeable and is all-in with whatever stage of labor I was in. And ultimately, she made me feel comfortable and empowered. 

KTJ

10/13/2025

I’ve never met anyone so perfectly suited for their calling as Analena! She was made to be a doula. From the start, her wisdom, calm presence, and intuition guided me through every moment. She was up all night with me while I labored at home, knowing exactly what to do and when to do it. She knew my birth plan by heart but also recognized the exact moment we needed to go to the hospital when things didn’t go as expected...because when does it ever go exactly as planned? Our baby was saved because of Analena’s quick thinking and incredible care.

She is detailed, deeply compassionate, and cares just as much about your spouse and baby as she does about you. She goes above and beyond in every possible way. She’s strong as heck and the absolute best person you could have in your corner.