Testimonial for Noleen Thurman CD(DONA) & Birth Photographer
I knew I liked Noleen right from the start. Her passion and enthusiasm for all that is birth was apparent right away. She has such respect and appreciation for the birthing process that it made it so easy to be comfortable around her during such a vulnerable time.
Noleen was right on top of setting aside time during my pregnancy to answer all my questions, provide resources, and to cover everything I envisioned for my upcoming experience. She was always quick to respond to any texts I sent her way as I prepped for my upcoming labor.
As my contractions started up, I was so worried about jumping the gun though and having my birth team show up for it to be false labor that I was very hesitant to have Noleen come over until I was positive it was the real deal. She patiently put up with my texts throughout the late hours until at about 4am when I finally agreed that I was indeed in labor and that she could come on over. She immediately replied and was on her way.
She set right to work in providing counter pressure as my contractions continued. From that first contraction with her on, everything became much more manageable. I knew I could leave everything else up to her and focus solely on birthing my baby. She was there to offer suggestions on positions as needed and to ensure I was taking care of my basic needs as well. She offered great suggestions and was also very willing to listen to me and respected anything I did or did not want. Even amidst the unexpected tension of my baby’s heart rate dropping faster than I could get her out, Noleen remained calm, supportive and focused through it all.
For anyone considering a doula, I would highly recommend Noleen. She is very professional, knowledgeable, punctual, consistent, down to earth, a great listener, and such a positive energy. I wouldn’t hesitate to have her at my next birth, and I would highly recommend her to anyone else looking for a doula.
-E. A.
September 25, 2015
Noleen Thurman CD(DONA) & Birth Photographer
Doula Noleen
Birth Fee: $1600 to $2700
