Testimonial for Keelia Alder
During my pregnancy, I felt like I was being judged by everyone around me because of the choices I was making (natural birth, hypnobirth, hydrotherapy, placenta encapsulation, etc.) Keelia was wonderful because she was open to my decisions and understood my needs and my birth plan. She was encouraging and super supportive. She gave me the confidence I needed. I knew then that I needed her to be with me.
Keelia kept in contact with me here and there to make sure everything was going well with my pregnancy. She gave me tons of information and great advice. I attended the mama and me class that she suggested; my husband and I loved it. She also gave us an extensive list of things to bring to the hospital which was really helpful for us.
On 11/15, 3 weeks before my due date, my water broke at 8:00pm. Frantic, the first person I called was Keelia; even before my midwife. She assured me that everything was going to be ok and that she was going to be there for me whenever I needed her. Taking her advice, I went home and stayed home as long as I could. I headed to the hospital the next morning at 7:00am where Keelia met up with us n the lobby. It was so comforting to see her face that morning. As each contraction came, Keelia held on to me and made sure she did whatever she could to support and comfort me. There were times when the pain was so bad, I remember looking into her eyes and telling her it hurts but she continuously gave me positive feedback which kept me going. By 10:00am, it was over and Jacoby Tran was born! It was a life changing experience that went even better then I imagined it would have gone. It was beautiful. Although painful, it was everything I hoped it would be and I am glad Keelia was there with me the whole time. She even took my phone and captured the memories. Memories of an experience I will never ever forget.
-Lena Thi Phan
January 06, 2018
Keelia Alder
Full-Spectrum Doula
Postpartum Rate: Not specified
