Testimonial for Catrice Harris
We met Catrice as our childbirthing instructor and were considering hiring a doula. My initial plan was to have an epidural but, after going through the pro's and con's with Catrice and my husband, we decided (as a team) that I would try to go natural as far and long as possible. From the beginning, Catrice was great in visiting us for our prenatal consultations. Throughout the number of twists and turns in my pregnancy, during which we thought we might need a c-section due to medical issues, Catrice was there supporting me and helping us make the best out of the situation. Fortunately, I did not need a c-section at the end but needed to be induced with pitocin. With Catrice's help, I managed to get through the labor without pain assistance even though the pitocin-induced contractions were quite strong! Through understanding the principles of releasing endorphins from my hynobirthing class to Catrice's calming support (she helped me breathe/relax through the contractions and provided aromatherapy and massage), by the time I thought I might need an epidural, I was already in my final hour of labor! Also, I was fortunate enough to have a short active labor of approx. 6 hours. I attribute this to Catrice's advice to eat lots of dates during the third trimester.
Ultimately, I would not have been able to get through a natural birth without Catrice's help. I am so thankful that we were able to do this and for her support. Given all the breastfeeding issues I had encountered postpartum (due to baby's tongue tie), I could not imagine having had a birth with even more medical intervention, as that would probably have meant even more breastfeeding issues. I am very happy and proud of my birth experience and couldn't recommend a better doula.
-Anneka Sciola
July 20, 2016
Catrice Harris
Baby's Best Start
Postpartum Rate: $25 to $35
