Testimonial for Virginia Rivenbark, AdvCD(DONA), LCCE, CLC
We were recommended Viriginia by one of our wife's colleagues and soon found out that a neighbor was also a client and gave glowing praise. As a husband I would say that I cannot imagine going into labor and delivery without Virginia. She is someone I trust completely.
As for the logisitics - after initial meeting to confirm interest, we met twice before birth to discuss general expectations during birth and hands on exercises for the second meeting. Both meetings were helpful. After the birth she regularly followed up with us and came for a visit to make sure that both the baby and the mother were well (and even father if needed). Actual labor took 3.5 days, of which Viginia was with us for 2.5 and we were comfortable enough in the remaining time to give us and her a bit of a break. Her advice was spot on and economical.
My strongest praise would be for her calm, confidence and empathy. All of those are battle tested - through personal experience, as a medical professional and as a doula. She commands respect both from emotional parents and from the medical staff, yet she is gentle and kind. The more we needed help, the more Virginia was there. She changed my life, the life of my wife and our daughter.
-Timur Akhunov
June 25, 2018
Virginia Rivenbark, AdvCD(DONA), LCCE, CLC
Preparing for Birth and Beyond, LLC
Birth Fee: $1200 to $1500
