Testimonial for Jennifer Richards CD(DONA), CLD, HCHD, CYBE
We decided late in the pregnancy to look at the possibility of having a Doula. This was our first child and my wife was unsure if she would feel comfortable having someone that was not family assisting in the birth. When we first met with Jen, we were very comfortable and impressed with her passion, knowledge, professionalism and kindness. Jen was very flexible and provided my wife and me with all the material and on hands instructions to help us in preparation for the birth. She attended our OB appointments and met our mid wife that was going to deliver our child. Jen creates a birth plan with our inputs and provides a print out like no other. Our mid wife and hospital personnel were very impressed in that it was extremely easy to follow according to our wishes and needs during the birth. When we were admitted, she was with us the entire time. She was extremely helpful and was by my wife’s side the entire time providing physical and moral support throughout the process. Later while we were still in the hospital, our mid wife visited us just to see how we were doing. She brought up that she and the hospital staff has seen many doulas during births and that by far was very impressed on the support that Jen gave to my wife and me during the birth. When we got home, I called Jen late at night, not knowing that it was her anniversary (SO SORRY) for advice and help. Without hesitation, she came over to our house which is not near to her and stayed with us until we were comfortable. There are no words to express our appreciation for Jen’s assistance that she so passionately provided. Not only will we never forget what she has done but she will always be considered a family friend. Unfortunately when we decide to have another child, Jen will not be on island to assist once again and we believe it will be very difficult to find another that will match the standards.
-Mike Lozada
June 14, 2016
Jennifer Richards CD(DONA), CLD, HCHD, CYBE
Serene Beginnings Birth Services
Birth Fee: Not specified
