Testimonial for Christa Joy Kirtland, CD(DONA), C-CBE
From out very first meeting to my postpartum follow up, I was so pleased wth my choice to hire Christa Joy as my doula. Not only is she knowledgeable and professional, she is kind, warm, and truly comitted to helping you have the best birth experience possible. Over the course of my pregnancy I did everything I could to prepare for a natural, drug free birth, but things didn't quite go to plan. Along with my husband, she helped coach me through contrations, used various soothing techniques, and helped me communicate with my midwife throughout the night. She was up all night with us and went to the hospital with us the next day, which is when things truly got crazy. I labored all day with her and my husband by my side. She was patient, comforting, and supportive. It turned out my baby was facing the wrong way causing intense pain/backlabor. Between the pain and exhaustion, it was difficult for me to think clearly enough to make decisions. She helped me ask the right questions along the way and made sure I had as much information as possible to base decisions on. She also stayed on top of the smaller, yet very important things--reminding me to stay hydrated, bringing me whatever I needed, calling down to the cafeteria to order food, and doing everything in her power to help keep me comfortable. Ultimately, I needed to have an emergency C-section. While she wasn't allowed in the OR, Christa stayed nearby and met us in the recovery room. She was with us for 24 hours, giving us her all, a true advocate. By the end of it all she felt like a friend. Her excellence is fueled by a passion for what she does. She radiates warmth and happiness (her friendly smile is such a comfort) but she is also so sharp and will encourage you to ask questions and not settle for simply accepting whatver a medical professional says. Trust me, you want her on your team!
-Jessica Fischer
January 23, 2019
Christa Joy Kirtland, CD(DONA), C-CBE
Christa Joy Birth Doula LLC
Birth Fee: $1800
