Testimonial for Linda Seeman, CD(DONA)
I am so glad that Linda was there to help us with the birth of our first child. I'm a squeamish person with some anxiety about medical matters, but Linda helped me approach labor and birth calmly and with confidence.
We felt a great connection with Linda from the beginning. We chose to work with her because of her warm, calm manner and because she showed a real respect for our choices for the birth. Linda was encouraging and confident that I could give birth without pain medication if I wanted, but she was realistic about the pain of childbirth, and was supportive of me wanting to keep medication as an option.
The meetings we had with Linda before the birth helped us to think through our options and strategies for labor, and helped me sort out my feelings about giving birth. As a result of our work with Linda, when I went into labor, I was able to trust that my body was doing the work it needed to do. I felt pain, but not panic. I was relaxed and confident enough to complete much of my labor at home with my husband, while trusting that I would know when it was time to call my doctor and head to the hospital.
I was especially glad to have Linda there through the tough final stages of labor and birth. She worked well with my husband and the medical staff, and was supportive without being intrusive. She held my hand, encouraged me, and reminded me to breathe. She was also very helpful in making sure I had plenty of water and cool washcloths, which allowed my husband to remain by my side. Her calm encouragement was a comfort to both me and my husband.
Linda's visits after our baby was born helped me make the mental transition to motherhood. Talking with her helped me to organize my memories of the birth and clarify some fuzzy parts. The visits brought closure to a very positive birth experience. I am so glad that we were able to work with Linda and would absolutely want her there if we have another child.
-Katie Dunn
January 23, 2015
Linda Seeman, CD(DONA)
Comfort and Care Doula Services
Birth Fee: $2000 to $2500
