Testimonial for Katharine Deeb
My husband and I didn't decide to hire a doula until a few weeks before I was due. It was our first child and we felt that having a doula would benefit both of us. I was a little stressed out by the additional responsibility of finding a doula but when I met Katharine I instantly felt a connection - she was warm and relaxed which was the exactly what I needed.
The weeks leading up to my birth Katharine and I met to discuss my birth plan and different things I could do to prepare for the big day. She always honored me and let me decide what what right for my experience. She always said to trust myself and my intuition.
Katharine was very responsive via phone and text. She checked in with me after doctor appointments and also just to see how I was feeling. She was so encouraging and supportive the entire time.
Throughout the night when my labor started she was giving me helpful advice for how to get comfortable and manage the labor. By the time I got to the hospital I was already 4cm dilated. Katharine arrived about 10 minutes after my husband and I with snacks, drinks, and a bag full of goodies. She stayed with me, giving me massages and sips of liquids and she helped me get rest as I continued to labor. She was also there for my husband making sure he was taken care of. She was there to explain what each of the procedures were and help me make informed decisions. I had an epidural and a vaginal delivery and it was perfect. I always thought that a doula would try to get me to go all-natural but that was not the case. She was 100% on board with my choice to get an epidural.
I had an amazing birth and I can't imagine having done it without Katharine by my side.
After my son's birth she continued to check on us. She also documented my whole birth story, which was so wonderful to have! I am so grateful for Katharine and I know that she will be a friend for years to come.
-Tawny Krintzman
September 24, 2014
Katharine Deeb
Dare Alla Luce Doula
Birth Fee: Not specified
