Testimonial for Linda Collet
I was determined to go through a natural labor and delivery without any pain medication and I felt that in order to stay the course in a hospital with a 95% epidural rate, I was in need of some professional support. My husband and I didn't know exactly what we were looking for when we began our search for a doula but when we met Linda we both knew without having to consult each other afterward that she was it! She is warm and caring and dedicated to the families she works with and that is apparent immediately when you meet her. Not only was she soothing and comforting to me throughout my whole experience, but she was an amazing coach to my husband, helping him reach his full potential as a birthing partner. She has the ability to read into a situation and figure out how best to offer support in that given moment. Her knowledge of the birthing process was so helpful in guiding me to focus on allowing my body to open. She was consistently present, in every sense of the word, which allowed me to feel comfortable when I "checked out" as labor progressed, knowing she was there to advocate for me. It was her kind but firm manner when working with the hospital staff that helped me achieve the birth experience I was hoping for. She was so competent that the staff felt comfortable enough to leave us alone to labor with minimal intrusion. When my son finally arrived she was even involved in pointing out some breathing issues to the staff, resulting in them suctioning out quite a bit of fluid from his lungs. Sadly, he spent a week in NICU recovering from a lung infection and she was amazingly supportive throughout that trying time as well. We will always be grateful for her help and hope that she will be available to help us welcome any future children we have! I couldn't recommend her more highly.
-Sarita Ramirez
February 14, 2017
Linda Collet
LittleGmaDoula
Birth Fee: $3500 to $4000
