Testimonial for Katie Immel
There are so many wonderful things I could say about my experience with Katie as our doula. I'll try to just stick to points that would be helpful in deciding to hire her. She is warm and comforting- for me this was important because I hired her for my first and only birth (so far). I wanted someone who could comfort me if I got scared, someone to reassure me of what I'm capable of- but in an empathetic and warm way- that is Katie! I also wanted someone who shared my faith. Birth is such an intimate and almost spiritual experience, I wanted to make sure I hired someone who shared the same beliefs as my husband and I- that is Katie! She also looks at birth the way I do, as do many of you seeking a doula. I wanted to go all natural, free of interventions, medications, etc, etc. she helped me to achieve that for the most part (I had group b strep, and opted to have my waters broken for me), helped me to write a birth plan, helped me to stick to it, helped me to make decisions during birth (What woman 16+ hours into labor is capable of making any decision without feeling overwhelmed?). Bottom line: With the help of Katie, I was able to deliver a 9lb 15oz baby boy all natural, no meds. She helped me to achieve the greatest accomplishment of my life, and I am so, so happy we hired her!
-Ashley Doringo
December 22, 2013
Birth Fee: $800
