Testimonial for Kelly Sunshine CD(DONA)

Kelly was AMAZING!!! it was a busy week for Kelly as I was one of 5 moms who delivered that week in a 4 day stretch (2nd to go in to labor but last to deliver). Kelly checked in with me everyday, called to give words of advice, offered to come by, and was there for me when I reached out to her. She spent a day in triage with me early on in the process walking the halls and doing various things to try and get my labor to progress. I was worried about when to head back to the hospital, and she encouraged me I would know. 3 days later I knew! My husband called her on our way to the hospital. She called my OB and the hospital to let them know I was coming in as I have a history of very quick labors once they progress. She was at triage within 15 minutes of me arriving and pushed to get me moved to the labor room so I could get in the tub. It was a very long and tiring week for me (8 days total of on and off early labor) and I wanted so badly to give up once my active labor started but she encouraged me, prayed with me, anointed me with essential oils, and talked me through each intense contraction. She empowered me to do what she knew I could do, even though I thought I couldn't. She advocated for me to the nurses regarding my birth plan, and spoke up for me when I was focused on my labor and couldn't for myself. 2 hours later my sweet, healthy daughter arrived at 37 weeks at 8 lbs 4 oz. Kelly captured the most amazing pictures, one in particular where I am catching her and pulling her to my chest as she was born. It is the most incredible action shot! I used Kelly for both of my births, and if we end up having another, I will without a doubt be using her again!!!

-Ruth Pause

July 14, 2015