Testimonial for Leslie Cuffee
I don't know where to begin. Having a doula present at my daughter's birth was the best pregnancy/childbirth decision I made, though it took me a while to realize it was essential. Leslie was at a Baby Fair with three other doulas that I had previously contacted for information, but who could not take on my birth due to scheduling conflicts. To my blessing, Leslie was there and available! Her peaceful spirit immediately put me at ease and I knew she would be a huge help to me when I really needed it. Through my last months of pregnancy she was a great source of information and support, and even attended an OB appointment with me. A nearly 20-hour labor for this first-time mom could be considered as long and arduous, but with Leslie there every minute helping me physically through each contraction and spiritually through thoughts and energy, I was at peace and wasn't anxious at all. Once the contractions got so painful that I was suffering, she supported my decision for an epidural and cheered me on through the subsequent pushing process. My husband is deployed and she also played a critical role in making sure he was part of the birthing experience. As active labor took place, she was on the phone with him describing everything that was going on until our baby girl arrived. Leslie's kind, peaceful, and loving soul truly helped me through labor and delivery and I can't imagine having gone through it without her.
-Kristin Rho
June 08, 2011