Testimonial for Jenn Fantasia, CLC
There are no words to express how grateful my partner and I were for Jenn! Not only is Jenn professional, but she is also very personable and really knows how to make you feel comfortable during one of the most vulnerable moments of your life. Jenn listened to my thoughts, concerns, anxieties, fears, and wishes from day one. She met me where I was at with patience, grace, and much needed humor. She really assisted me in preparing for birth through education throughout pregnancy, always answering my questions, and as a first time mom , I had a lot of questions. She helped me stay focused during my labor, also supporting my partner when he needed it. When my labor was not progressing and the hospital was pushing pitocin and an epidural , Jenn helped breakdown why the hospital was making those requests and talked me through my options. All the while advocating for me when I was not able to speak for myself. In the end I did not need the pitocin or the epidural. If Jenn had not been there to break down the hospital jargon and remind me that this was my body, my birth, and my choice then I may not have followed through with the birth plan I was comfortable with. Jenn also did not abruptly leave once the birth was over, she stayed to make sure I ate, hydrated and continued to provide support in the weeks to follow with simple texts with encouraging words. In those first few weeks it is truly the little reminders that you are a badass who birthed a beautiful human that gives you the courage and energy you need. 10/10 highly recommended, I will be calling her again when the time comes for baby number two.
-Katie Bedford
November 03, 2020
Jenn Fantasia, CLC
Calming Tides Doula, LLC
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2300
