Testimonial for Kristie Ellison
We hired Kristie to be our doula back in September for my first pregnancy. I knew I wanted to do a natural birth, and wanted the extra support to get through the process. Kristie's coping mechanisms allowed me to make it through my labor without any pain medication, just how I hoped. I had a 24 hour labor and Kristie's support and dedication never wavered. She even stayed for about an hour after delivery to be sure that breastfeeding had started and to be sure we were good. Once we were home, Kristie did 2 postpartum visits, where we discussed questions/concerns and talked about my birth experience. She also offered to mind the babe while I did whatever I wanted (ate, napped, cleaned, etc). Even after our 2 postpartum visits, she has checked in on multiple occasions (always instinctively when I needed her most) and offered advice and encouragement.
Some additional items to note: Kristie labored at home with me in Bastrop, rode in the car with us to the hospital in Austin and was picked up later. She attended a prenatal visit to my doctor, which was not included in the 2 prenatal appts associated with her service. She is a calm, supportive, and incredibly knowledgeable woman who really cares about you and your family. She has proven over and over to be the best investment we could have made in our baby's life. Thanks Kristie!!
-Melissa Joukema
January 27, 2017
Kristie Ellison
Nurtured Nest, LLC
Postpartum Rate: $40
