Testimonial for Katie Collins
We were hesitant about hiring a doula because I was open to having an epidural during labor so I wasn't sure if a doula would be helpful. After meeting with a few we decided to hire Katie because she made us feel so comfortable and we felt like we could really use someone like her to be by our side during this process.
On the day that I went into labor Katie answered my call at 4 in the AM and showed up at my place after we had several conversations and decided it would be useful for her to be here. She helped me get through more contractions/vomit/back pain all the way until I felt pressure to push and suggested that we go to the hospital. When I got there I was already 6cm dialated and every at the hostpial congratulated us on how far we've labored on our own!
Unfortunately I ended up pushing for 4 hours with no result and had to have a c-section, but Katie was there the entire time cheering me on and making sure I was comfortable with everything they tried on me. The nurse that was assigned to me from labor and delivery was AWFUL (my husband wanted to ask if we can get a different nurse, but I was totally fine with it because I had Katie with me and it didn't bother me) and I relied on Katie the entire time to stay positive and keep pushing. Every time the staff suggested something new (turn off the epidural, turn up the pitosin..) I had Katie there to talk through it all and even make suggestions on the different positions I can try. Even though I ended up not delivery naturally like I had hoped for, I felt at peace because I know I tried everything and made the best decision I could with the right people being my advocate.
Katie continued to check up on us after and also helped referred me to an lactation consultant to help me with my breastfeeding issues. It's so nice to have a source of information/help when you're new to this whole "parenthood" thing. I highly recommend hiring her as a doula!!
-Caroline Huang
December 21, 2016
Katie Collins
Voyage Birth
Birth Fee: $1600 to $1800
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $45
