Testimonial for Joli Ammons
Joli assisted my wife Carolina and I on the birth of our second child. From a Father's point of view, I'm extremely happy with Joli's work. Joli is a easy going, friendly and warm person. She is also an extremely focused, seasoned and well conected professional. I feel very confident in recommending Joli as a Doula.
Prior to the birth Joli met with us several times to get to know us. She was very focused on learning as much as possible about the birthing experience that we wanted to have. So as the due date got closer we really felt confident and confortable in working with Joli.
When labor began Joli came over at about 8AM to work with Carolina. I stayed close by and participated in a few laboring positions. For the most part Joli stayed really close to Carolina making sure that labor was progressing adequately. My wife was feeling some back labor so Joli always made sure to keep contant pressure with her hands in the area affected. Around noon we headed to the Hospital. Joli followed us in her car. Upon arrival as we were checking in, normally only the patient and one person are allowed in the room during the check in process, however due to Joli's experience and connection at St. Lukes hospital they let her come in and stay with us. Shortly after that we made our way into the birthing room. There we started changing laboring positions for the next few hours. During this time Joli again was by Carolina's side making sure the labor was progressing well. Joli always made sure we stayed focused on progression, she guided us in a very warm and soft manner. Again I'm from a Father's perspective this gave me confidence that my wife and the baby were going to be safe.
At 5:04 that evening our beautiful baby boy Thomas was born weighing a heathy 9lbs. Carolina with the help of Joli (I also helped a little :) ) did a spetacular job as she delivered Thomas completely naturally. This was the exact outcome we were looking for.
-Mauricio Cavalcante
August 22, 2016
Joli Ammons
The Painted Doula
Birth Fee: $1000 to $2800
