Testimonial for Virginia Rivenbark, AdvCD(DONA), LCCE, CLC
Virginia will always be a special person in my life. AFter the birth of my daughter which utlimately was a csection because she was breech. I grieved my birth expereience but did not share my feelings because I felt silly. Then we moved to nothern Pa and I knew I wanted a VBAC with my second child. I did my research and realized that I needed a doula if I wanted a shot at a VBAC. I heard about Virginia through a friend and met with her in the very beginning of my pregnancy. She was so calming and made me feel like every question I asked was a valid one. She was the first person to validate my grieving over my first birth and made me feel ok with my feelings. She was available at all times for questions or comfort. She helped me ask the right questions, and validated my concerns or my decisions. She gave me a back bone to stand up for the birth I wanted. Even as doctors tried to get me to schedule a csection because I was past due. Virginia help me navigate my interaction with the doctors. She was there when I went into labor at midnight. She was there at the hospital for a false alarm. She was there through the painful contractions and the desparation. She was a great support for my husband and had the abilty to show him what I needed with out over powering the situation. In the end I had the birth I always wanted, and I truly believe Virginia was a key figure in that happening. she was a huge support after the birth answering all my questions no matter the time. She will remain a life long friend!!
-Mackenzie Riaubia
June 01, 2016
Virginia Rivenbark, AdvCD(DONA), LCCE, CLC
Preparing for Birth and Beyond, LLC
Birth Fee: $1200 to $1500
