Testimonial for Kim Holden, CLC
I was drawn to work with Kim as our doula because of her particular combination of warmth and attentiveness, competence and knowledge, teaching and listening. She was wonderful during our prenatal visits, providing lots of thoughtful and organized information and really hearing what we wanted and what was important to us. I felt reassured that she would support us however we needed as labor unfolded, and that her presence would be calming and helpful and not distracting. While my labor ended up being so short that I didn't need Kim's support for very long, she was just what I hoped for during the couple of hours we had leading up to my delivery, and then immediately following the birth. She was quietly there to bring me the comfort items I needed, remind me to breathe, to use hands-on pressure as I wanted it, and encourage me gently throughout. My husband also appreciated Kim's ability to be helpful in a non-intrusive way. It's amazing that we could feel so comfortable with her in such an intense time - she felt like a close friend even though we'd really only known her briefly. We love having the photos that Kim took during my labor and delivery. And I found it so affirming to hear her reflections on the experience and to debrief together after the birth. I would 100% recommend Kim to anyone looking for a doula - I don't plan to have another child, or I'd look forward to going through the birth experience with her by my side again!
-Shanna Handel
March 28, 2020
Kim Holden, CLC
DOULA X DESIGN
Birth Fee: Not specified
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $60
