Testimonial for Char Perkins RN LCCE, CD(DONA)
While expecting our first born, Henry, I read every pregnancy, labor, birthing, and baby book I could get my hands on. The yoga and postive affirmation practice was also very beneficial. During Henry's birth all of this came together, but the most important piece was having my loving husband meeting my every need. Rather impressive expectations were placed on his shoulders that day and all of the days leading up to Henry's arrival.
I decided that I wanted to find a doula for Jack's birth, someone to support not only me, but also support and guide, but not direct, my husband.
On the morning of Jack's birthday Char arrived with a smile on her face and her professional, but warm and comforting demeanor.
Char walked the halls with us, grabbed me a juice, took Matt's spot by the tub, when he was due for a break, and so forth. When a contraction came on, Char let me breathe through it, offering positve feedback when she could tell I needed it. When I asked to have the tub filled, Char got it started, so my husband didn't have to leave my side. I certainly appreciated how well Char could sense when I needed to be distracted and when I needed peace and quiet. She just knows when to be present and when to fade into the wood work.
My birth experience with Char was, in some ways, like having a cup of coffee with a good friend. I felt so at ease with Char, so comfortable and relaxed.
I have encouraged all of my expectant friends to seek out Char as their doula and I encourage all mothers and fathers to-be to treat themselves and their baby to the wonderful gift of a doula. A doula is there to support you and your significant other in ways that your midwife or physician may not be able to provide. I'm looking forward to the day that I can call on Char again and ask if she'll be our doula.
-Nikki Allers
March 05, 2010
Char Perkins RN LCCE, CD(DONA)
Journey2Birth
Birth Fee: $800
