Testimonial for Raychel Franzen, CD(DONA), CLC, LCCE
As expats in NYC looking for a natural birth and somewhat intimidated by the prospect of delivering our first born in a medical system unfamiliar to us (extensive research notwithstanding), we were looking both for support during labor and an advocate for our interests as we'd head to the hospital.
Raychel was great. Using questionnaires and the prenatal visits, she figured out what our ideal birth would look like and made that her priority. At the same time, she made sure to offer her opinion and made sure that we considered all the options without trying to push us one way or another. She also shared lots of useful information with us.
Raychel was a tremendous help during labor. Before we asked her to come meet us at home after what was at that point already a long labor process, the outlook was grim and I was close to exhausted and giving up. Having her around was an instant relief as she helped me take an active role, was a calming & encouraging presence and even managed to help me doze off between contractions at times while resting thanks to a stellar foot massage. Later, at the hospital, she additionally made sure our interests were looked after and that we knew our rights. We wouldn't have had the birth we wanted without her and can't recommend her enough.
-Lena G.
February 08, 2018
Raychel Franzen, CD(DONA), CLC, LCCE
RK Doulas
Birth Fee: Not specified
