Testimonial for Char Char Perkins RN LCCE, CD(DONA)
We first got to know Char through our birth classes. I wanted a drug-free labor and delivery, and I felt more confident that I could do this with Char’s support. Plus, two acquaintances had recommended Char. Hiring Char was the best decision we made in our birth plan!
When the big day came, Char was very accessible on the phone. I wanted to labor at home as long as possible, and Char was available to answer my questions, and also knowledgeable enough to know when I needed to get to the hospital. And Char was right. Upon arrival at the hospital, I was dilated to 6 cm! When Char looked at me and said, “Angie, you are already 2/3 of the way through this labor!”, it was encouraging to know how far I had already come!
Char was extremely reassuring during labor. I kept asking, “Is this normal?” when experiencing different pains or sensations. Because of Char’s experience, I knew I could trust her, and it definitely helped me to relax (well, between contractions at least!). When I complained about my husband’s bad breath, Char was the first to get him some gum and also the first to remind Dave that “her sense of smell is heightened”. Char 100% supports both mom and dad during delivery!
My favorite part about having Char as a doula is the reassurance she provides. She has been there, as a mom, and as a doula for many people before. She knows birth, and you just feel safe and taken care of when she is there in the room with you.
Abigail’s birth was the most wonderful experience of my life, and I know that I owe it to Char Perkins’ presence and support in that scary and uncertain time leading up to Abigail’s arrival. I am certain my husband and I would not have had nearly the positive experience without Char Perkins. I would recommend Char Perkins to anyone!
-Angie Kaney
September 17, 2010
Char Char Perkins RN LCCE, CD(DONA)
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Birth Fee: $800 to $1000
