Testimonial for Akemi Tsuru CD(DONA)
testimonial
Akemi was amazing ! This was my first birth center birth (I had my first child at a hospital and had a horrible experience) and i was really nervous about natural pain management techniques and thought i’d benefit from a doula since i don’t have much family in the area and my husband didn’t know how to help me during my first labor . Akemi came and met with me several times before i went into labor . Each time we met , she asked me questions about what i needed help with , what kind of birth i was hoping for and educated me on many things . She spoke with me about her personal and professional experiences with child birth . She spoke with me about pain relief and pushing techniques which is what i mainly was nervous about . She also took the time to show me and my husband some of these techniques. We stayed in touch during my pregnancy and she made sure she knew how i was doing frequently during the last month. On the day i went into labor she responded right away when i contacted her and gave me advice as needed . She promptly met me at the birthing center and jumped rt into helping me and my husband and guiding us . Just as promised she reminded me of techniques for pain relief, helped me with aromatherapy, calming music and kept track of how far along i was into my labor so i knew when to get into the pool which i really wanted . She offered so much hands on relief the entire time especially with counterpressure which is what helped me the most during my labor . When i felt i was getting close to pushing she made sure the midwife knew and helped calm me and even took pictures and video for me which i am so happy about to have forever . After my daughters birth she even held me hand and helped me get my baby latched on as i was being stitched up. She got me my nightgown when noone else thought to after as well . She was such a great help and comfort to me .
-Donna Allis
June 18, 2019
Akemi Tsuru CD(DONA)
Vida Mia • Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1400 to $1800
