Testimonial for christiane vermeersch
When I was pregnant with my first child I wasn't so sure I needed a doula, but I took my midwife's advice to hire one and I took her recommendation for Christine. I was so incredibly grateful that I did! Christine was an enormous help during my labor, supporting me with her immeasurable physical and emotional strength. I didn't know what kind of help I might require in labor, but Christine was able to anticipate my needs and provide assistance in ways I never would have asked for. She just stepped in and helped. Everything she did for me was always most welcome, from providing hands-on support during contractions to offering encouraging words. I didn't know what I would have done without her!
The story of my first birth turned out to be a deeply tragic one, and after the loss of my son I found in Christine a genuinely caring friend well beyond her role as my doula. Her heartfelt compassion was resonant and she stayed in contact with me in my grief, letting me know that she cared for me. We developed a relationship that transcended any expectation I had for a doula.
When I became pregnant with my second child Christine had already made it clear that she would like to be my doula again. I would never have asked her or expected her to do so given the trauma we all experienced, but she had no hesitation and wanted to be there for me. I of course couldn't have asked for a better support person and she was there for me 100% when I gave birth to my daughter who arrived safe and sound. Christine's joy for my family and I has been deeply genuine.
My experience with Christine has far surpassed any expectation I could have ever had for including a doula on my birth team. She had a meaningful and positive impact during both of my births and I couldn't recommend her enough. You will be very happy that you invited Christine to be a part of this most intimate experience of your life.
-Audrey
July 24, 2017
christiane vermeersch
Healing Hands Doula
Birth Fee: $3000 to $4000
