Testimonial for Cheryl Klugmann from Lainey

Testimonial for Cheryl Klugmann

Finding the right words to describe Cheryl is almost impossible. Watching her support my sister-in-law through the birth of her newest baby at the birth center was truly inspiring.Cheryl has been my sister-in-law’s doula for all of her births, and seeing her in action made me understand why. Throughout her pregnancy, she regularly checked in by phone and email, answered questions, offered encouragement, and helped my sister-in-law prepare for labor. Thanks to Cheryl’s guidance, she was able to labor comfortably at home for most of her labor before heading to the birth center.Once we arrived, Cheryl never missed a beat. She calmly guided my sister-in-law through each contraction with counter-pressure, movement, positioning, and constant reassurance. She involved my brother in supporting his wife and even included me, making us all feel like an important part of the experience.As someone watching from the sidelines, one of the things that impressed me most was how seamlessly Cheryl worked alongside the midwives and birth center team. It was obvious they trusted one another and communicated so well, which made the entire experience feel calm, coordinated, and supportive. Everyone worked together with the same goal of helping my sister-in-law have a safe and empowering birth.She also encouraged us to ask questions, communicate openly with the care team, and advocate for the birth experience my sister-in-law wanted. We all felt informed, supported, and genuinely cared for every step of the way.As an added bonus, Cheryl captured beautiful photographs of those first precious moments—memories our family will treasure forever.I would recommend Cheryl without hesitation. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, calming, and deeply committed to every family she serves. She doesn’t just support a birth—she becomes part of your family’s story. We will always be grateful for everything she did for our family.

-Lainey

August 07, 2026