Testimonial for Kelly Sunshine CD(DONA)
Kelly came as a recommendation from my OB. From our first meeting, I knew she would be a great fit for my husband and I, both personality-wise and philosophy-wise. I delivered at Scottsdale Shea and knowing that this hospital would be a little bit of a challenge with my birthing goals, I was reassured by Kelly because she had worked several times with my OB and the nursing staff at the hospital. Kelly was a resource to me throughout my pregnancy, always available to answer questions and meeting with my husband and I face-to-face prior to the birth.
When the day of delivery came, she was by my side from the time I got to triage to well after the birth. Kelly's rapport with the nurses and staff made me feel confindent that I was in good hands. As with all births, my plan took a few side turns, but Kelly always got us right back on track. For instance, when my labor seemed to be stalling, my OB recommended that pitocin be administered, but instead Kelly recommended we give it a little more time and try nipple stimulation which totally worked. She was assertive with medical staff when she needed to be, she was gentle and caring with me, she was great as making my husband feel involved and informed, and she was an ADVOCATE for myself, my husband and our baby. Birthing with very little to no medical intervention is hard and there were many moments when I felt like I wanted to give up, but Kelly helped me get through the pain and exhaustion. Bottom line, without Kelly there is NO WAY I would have been able to carry out my birthing goals/plan.
After the birth, she encapsulated my placenta and had it back to me the next day. Kelly followed up with me a few days after I was home and settled in. I am so happy that I partnered with Kelly for my son's birth. She is worth every penny.
P.S. Take advantage of her all-inclusive package. Having the additional support from her lactation consultant was incredibly helpful.
-Jennifer Gordon
April 22, 2018
Kelly Sunshine CD(DONA)
Sunshine Doula Services
Birth Fee: $2000 to $2350
