Testimonial for Doulas of Jacksonville -Doula Agency
When preparing for the birth of our second son, I knew barring any medical emergencies—that a VBAC was attainable. However, my husband and I also knew how important it was to have someone in our corner who worked for us and our birth goals and wishes, rather than for the medical institution. We wanted someone who could assist with comfort measures and movement during labor, and who brought a wealth of birth knowledge to offer recommendations grounded in experience.
I knew that when the big day came, I would need someone to help me get out of my over-thinking brain and into limbic-system labor land. Decreasing adrenaline and increasing oxytocin would be key.
Doula Ashley with Doulas of Jacksonville helped me do exactly that. Ashley used her knowledge of breathing techniques, Hypnobabies, Spinning Babies, and physiology—along with her own faith—to help me stay cool, calm, and collected, centered on God’s plan for the birth of our son
With her virtual and hands-on guidance, I was able to labor at home as long as possible—arriving at the hospital with what felt like most of the heavy lifting in the rearview mirror. While my initial goal was an unmedicated birth, Ashley provided clear guidance on risks and benefits and helped us discern that an epidural at transition was what my body needed to rest and ultimately actualize the goal of a vaginal delivery
When the non-preferred words “Pitocin” and “vacuum assist” left providers’ mouths and entered our delivery room, Ashley helped me remain calm and confident in declining interventions, trusting my intuition, my body, and the Lord’s provision. I truly feel that without Ashley’s experience, comfort, and support, the course of our journey would have been significantly altered. In the words of my husband, “We are not having another baby without Ashley.”
-Kacey Rowe
December 17, 2025
Doulas of Jacksonville -Doula Agency
Christin Murillo, CD-LD, HCHD, VBAC-CD
Birth Fee: $1800
