Testimonial for Nicole Bengtson CD(DONA),certified BRM® pro,HypnoBirthing
My husband and I decided to hire a doula because this was our first pregnancy and we didn’t know what to expect out of labor and delivery. The most important aspect for choosing the right doula for us was someone who knew a lot about different coping mechanisms for pain since the goal was to delivery without medication. I was extremely pleased when we decided to hire Nicole because she had all the tools to make labor more comfortable. She came over to our house and even demonstrated a few different options like aromatherapy, massage, and hypnobirthing. During labor I got to use all the strategies that we had put in place earlier. When I did need to take a break and thought I needed medication she was there to ask about all of my options and explain to my husband and I what it meant for us. She was great at reminding me to breathe through the contractions and giving my husband direction, support and a break when needed. I did end up getting an epidural in order to rest but before I committed to it she was there to ask if it was what I really wanted because it was not a part of my birth plan. She was then my advocate speaking with our medical team and asking questions to make sure I was getting exactly what I wanted. I ended up having an unforeseen complication of a retained placenta after my son was born. Nicole stayed with us the whole time to make sure I was okay and again to be the support person that my husband needed. When they allowed people to see me after I became stable it was my husband, my mother and Nicole who were there to greet me. It meant the world to us that she stayed. I remember thinking during labor that we could not have done this without her and her support. Our experience would have been completely different and I would not have felt as confident without her. I felt like my comfort and needs were her number one priority and I really felt like I could lean on her during the whole process even during my weakest moments.
-kaitlin astleford
July 16, 2017
Nicole Bengtson CD(DONA),certified BRM® pro,HypnoBirthing
Belly to Baby Birth Doula LLC
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1800
