Testimonial for Linna Wilkins, Former L&D Nurse, DONA Trained Doula
My husband and I hired Linna at Womb to World MN as our birth doula for our first baby and could not be happier with our choice. In the prenatal appointments, Linna listened to our thoughts, concerns, and questions with patience and understanding. She brought examples of different medical tools and equipment for us to see and explained how it might be used. We talked through different scenarios and what might happen during the birth and even practiced some birthing positions so I was familiar with them (ask about the rebozo!). Linna also helped me write my Birth Wishes (Plan) in a clear and concise way so that all of the staff that I came into contact with during the birth were aware and informed. She gently and confidently calmed so much of my anxiety around delivery - I felt so much more prepared after meeting with Linna! During the birth, Linna was encouraging, supportive, and explained each step - making sure I understood all of my choices andhow they aligned with my Birth Wishes. She helped me advocate for myself and reminded staff of my Birth Wishes when I was not able to advocate for myself. She was very supportive of my husband and helped him advocate for me as well. When we experienced complications in the Third Stage, Linna and her background as a Labor and Delivery nurse were instrumental in keeping me calm and informed. Linna visited us in the postnatal period and, again, listened to our thoughts, concerns, and questions with patience and understanding. She shared her wisdom and knowledge about newborns and helped so much with newborn care, mom self-care, and, especially, breastfeeding. She was just a text away after those first few rough nights of transition and it was a reassuring lifeline. We could not have chosen a better doula for our birth experience and feel so lucky to have Linna as part of our birth story!
-Catherine K.
May 04, 2025
Linna Wilkins, Former L&D Nurse, DONA Trained Doula
Womb To World MN
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1975
