Testimonial for Matilda Lindén CD(PALS)

Matilda was exactly what I needed at during labor and birth. My husband and I interviewed at least ten doulas during our search, and it was so evident right upon meeting Matilda that she was the perfect match for us. My husband loved her laid-back, sweet, jovial personality, while I was drawn to her birth wisdom/experience and go-getter attitude.

I had a very long, slow progressing labor that began with two weeks of early labor. She was so supportive during this emotionally draining time. On the days I needed support, she was there, and on the days I just wanted to forget everything that was going on, she was there quietly from a distance. She was very in-tune to my emotions and always had the right support to offer. Once I finally went into active labor, I labored at home for the first 24 hours, but decided I would conserve Matilda's energy and not have her join us until we went into the hospital. She was, however, poised at her phone, checking-in and coaching us as we needed it during this time. She would comment on my groaning that she could hear in the background an assure my husband that things were progressing well! We arrived at the hospital and Matilda was there shortly after. She immediately got me in Miles Circuit positions, which I believe helped my bag of waters to break. She comforted me with encouraging words, she set a pace with her breath for my own breathing, she gave deep massage in the areas that were tense, constantly pushed fluids and the occasional snack toward my mouth (in a firm but gentle way), offered essential oils to breath in, encouraged new labor positions, and backed off when I just needed to be in my own zone. When it came time to push, I got very anxious, and Matilda was the only one with the right words to say. During my three hours of pushing, she supported, took photos and held my leg. She was perfect.

I consider Matilda now a friend and would definitely recommend her as a doula!!

-Kelsey King

July 31, 2013

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Matilda Lindén CD(PALS)

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