Testimonial for Heather Christine Struwe PT, CAB-CD
I strongly recommend Heather as a doula. I had a breeched baby and was planning a c-section at 39 weeks. At 38 weeks, during a regular check-up, I learned the baby had flipped so that I didn't necessarily need surgery (yeah!), but that I had elevated blood pressure. As a result, I was sent to the hospital immediately and diagnosed with preeclampsia. Labor was induced medicinally and I was in 4 days of labor with IVs and other unanticipated complications. Heather, partnering with another doula, was present for all the key decisions, active labor, and delivery over the four days, supporting both me and my husband so that we could deliver without surgery. She was also able to scope questions to help us make informed decisions and reinforce our wishes. Because my labor was so long, having two doulas partner together meant that one of the doulas was available when needed during the 4 days and no one was overtired and thus unable to support us -- an ideal situation for us.
Additionally, the pre-birth sessions were helpful in clarifying expectations, providing useful exercises to support flipping a breeched baby, and managing labor. Additionally, it was particularly helpful for helping my husband to understand the process and know how to be supportive before, during, and after birth. She was even able to provide resources and answer questions over text.
I would hire Heather, partnering with another doula, again without hesitation. I strongly recommend her for someone who wants a doula who supports evidence-based methods, non-judgmental about the types of decisions made during the labor process, and is a positive presence during the birth process.
-Melissa
December 30, 2019
Heather Christine Struwe PT, CAB-CD
Holistic Continuum
Birth Fee: $1500 to $2000
