Testimonial for Keli Schurman-Darby, CD, CPD, C-FSD, CLE, CBE,CDD
Keli exceeded all expectations for what we thought a doula would be like. We hired her for birth and 2 weeks of postpartum support. We almost didn't hire a doula at all, but I am so glad we did. The birth process would've been much scarier and more traumatic many times over without Keli.
My wife and I are not the kind of people who like things most people would consider "soothing". Hushed tones, positive affirmations, gentle massages are lovely, but when my wife is stressed and/or anxious (high emotions during a birth), they would actually have the opposite of the intended effect. What we find soothing is somebody who knows what's going on, has the tools to help, advocates for us, and does it all with ease. Keli comforted us with her expertise, techniques, and friendly banter. Though I have absolute confidence that she would be great at positive affirmations and gentle massage, she was able to read us and what we needed, and she tailored the experience accordingly.
By the end of all the time we spent together, Keli was not just an expert that answered our questions and eased our anxieties, but legitimately our friend. She is helpful, knowledgeable, and immediately puts us at ease with her humor and good energy. Even our dog, who is terrified of most people, loved Keli pretty much immediately.
We heartily recommend Keli to anyone looking for doula support, regardless of if you share our opinions what we find soothing. I cannot imagine anyone finding Keli anything other than a delight. You will miss her when your time with her is over.
-Brian Pohl
October 21, 2025
Keli Schurman-Darby, CD, CPD, C-FSD, CLE, CBE,CDD
Your Whole Life Doula LLC
Birth Fee: $2500
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $70
