Testimonial for Christa Duquette CD(DONA), SBD, HCHD
Dads Need Doulas!
Christa was an invaluable asset in the delivery of our son and it would simply not have been the same without her. Before the event, we met with Christa twice to create a birth plan and get know each other. This really helped to ensure we understood each other so that we could work together as a team to reach our goal. In our case, it was for my wife to deliver as natural as possible, without the use of an epidural, and to keep the environment dark and free of distractions. We were successful in achieving our goal because Christa gave me so many tips, helped with decision making, and got my wife to try different labour positions that I would never have thought of. All of her suggestions were so effective that my wife achieved her goal of not using the epidural option. Near the end, I didn’t have enough hands to help out my wife and having Christa there for the final pushes was critical.
Afterwards, she helped us with breastfeeding, moved us to our new room at the hospital and even visited us in our home a week later to make sure we had all the support we needed. At all times, she was only a text or phone call away and ready to provide insightful information. Without a doubt, my wife benefited from having Christa present; but I think that I benefited the same, if not more, by having the guidance to do more than just let my wife squeeze my hand! :) I know that my wife’s labour would have been longer and more painful without Christa’s direction. If you choose her as your doula, you will not be disappointed. Also, if you are willing, she will tastefully photograph the most memorable moments of your labour.
Thanks again for everything, Christa!
-Marc
March 02, 2019
Christa Duquette CD(DONA), SBD, HCHD
Li'l Apple Doula Services
Birth Fee: $900 to $1200
