Testimonial for Keisha Graham
It is hard to begin to describe how thankful I am that Keisha was our doula. I was late to the doula game. To be honest, it seemed like another thing to coordinate while I was overwhelmed with work and pregnancy. But I am so grateful that I got myself together in my last month and brought Keisha into our process (this means it is not too late for you to get a doula!). I read all the books and took all the classes and listened to podcasts about birth, but nothing can really prepare for the craziness of birth. Labor and delivery were like nothing I had read or heard about--irregular contractions went on for 68 hours total with odd spurts of progress and stalling. Keisha helped me get through it all. I largely credit her with my ability to follow through with a vaginal birth. Just a sample of the things she did for us: 1) was on call basically all the time for questions; 2) came to my house to help me labor there, and went with us twice to the hospital (once when I had been contracting for 24 hours but found out I was only 2 cm dilated, so I made the decision to go home); 3) stayed awake overnight during my labor so my husband and mom could get cat naps; 4) provided a bunch of soothing things that exist only in the hazy corners of my memories of those days but I know made a big difference in the moment, like warm washcloths, calming scents and music; and most importantly, 5) helped us understand options, ask questions of our healthcare providers, and make decisions throughout the three-day process. I so highly recommend Keisha to all of my expecting friends, and I recommend her to all of you strangers reading this. You will not regret it.
-Maggie
March 29, 2020
Keisha Graham
KeishaDoesWork / MyBirth RVA
Birth Fee: $2000
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $50
