Testimonial for Joyce Havinga-Droop CD(DONA), CLC, SpBCPE, BRM Pro
I had the most amazing birth experience with Joyce as my doula. I can't say enough great things about the support she provided before and during birth, and postpartum. I highly recommend anyone having a baby to work with Joyce!
My first birth four years ago in NYC left me feeling like I missed something. I had prepared for a natural birth and ended up with unnecessary medical interventions. For my second baby I was determined to try again, I was so glad I found Joyce! She was warm, caring, listened to me and treated my desires/preferences with great care and respect. What impressed me most was her deep knowledge and experience, her understanding of the anatomy of birth, how pelvis works, common issues and how to prevent them, etc. It was clear that Joyce was well equipped to face any situation in the birth room, and I could trust her to advocate for me. My second unmedicated birth with Joyce was a true healing experience and left me feeling strong and empowered.
Joyce provided invaluable advice in preparation for birth. The tips and exercises Joyce shared got the baby into an ideal position, which made my birth go faster and smoother. She recommended products for the aches/pains of late pregnancy that were very effective. She was so extremely patient with me as I kept sending her "is this it?" texts at 2 am during those last weeks. I felt that she was really in this with me, and we were a team.
Joyce has also been very helpful postpartum. She recommended remedies for my own healing as well as baby, answered many questions. She was there when postpartum hormones sent me on an emotional rollercoaster. She made me feel it was all normal and put my mind at ease. Women's bodies are amazing, and thanks to doulas like Joyce that we can discover our own capabilities and tap into the ancient wisdom of birth. Joyce believed in me when I did not, and stood by my side, and that's the best kind of birth support anyone can hope for.
-Kateryna
July 18, 2021
Joyce Havinga-Droop CD(DONA), CLC, SpBCPE, BRM Pro
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Birth Fee: $3250 to $4500
