Testimonial for Candace McCollett, CBE, CLD, CLE
Candace was my doula for both of my hospital births- one in 2010 & one in 2013. My husband & I both agree she was worth her weight in gold, and worth every penny we spent. Her preparation meetings during pregnancy were very helpful. We felt very connected to her, trusted her, and were calmed by her presence. She was reliable & arrived quickly to both births after we called her. With my first, I had pregnancy-induced-hypertension. Candace gave me the tools and reassurance to make the best of the situation, and suggestions to help lower my blood pressure (or prevent it from getting worse). Despite the high blood pressure, I was able to delay induction by going on bed rest for 2 weeks. Once induction because the best choice for my situation, I was still able to avoid pitocin and epidural- had free range of movement and use of tub. When I wanted to give up, she reminded me of my goals & was so positive and encouraging. She has a quiet, calming yet strong & professional demenor. She earned the respect of my doctor and the hospital nurses that day. It is obvious that she is very well known and consitently respected in the birth community of Colorado Springs as a whole.
In preparation for my second bith, Candance had some wonderful suggestions for how I could try to prevent high blood pressure again- and I was able to! My second birth was completely intervention free. With Candace by my side, the nurse trusted that I was in good hands & generally left us alone. With Candace's suggestion, the nurse allowed me to stay in tub for entire labor & brough doppler to tub to check on baby. Candace used a "hypnobirthing" visualization story that really helped me at one point as well.
I will never forget the role that Candace played in bringing my babies into the world. I could not have asked for better experiences & a better doula!!
-Sara Petrie
July 07, 2014
Candace McCollett, CBE, CLD, CLE
Westside Birth Connection
Birth Fee: $1000 to $1900
