Testimonial for Akemi Tsuru CD(DONA)
I’m a first-time mom and during my pregnancy my husband is also not with me because he is in another country due to covid situation. I was actually in my last trimester when I decided to get a a doula.
When I was introduced to Akemi via zoom, I knew my decision was right. She has been supportive from the start. She assured me that even if I’m on the last trimester, it was never late to have a doula. She’s been very flexible on the schedule because I have been working and considering the schedule of my husband to be in zoom sessions with her. She gave me tips on how to deal with my contractions and even lent me her OB-tens unit which helped a lot!
During labor in the hospital, she’s like my voice because I can’t even answer simple questions of my doctors. She remembered what I want and helped me communicate it to the hospital staff. She explained things that she knows I’m not comfortable doing and helped me choose the best option even If I have to let go some of my birth plans.One of the sweetest things she did was having “kaya mo yan” in her face mask which means “you can do it” in our language! She even made sure to have my husband on the phone all the time.
After birth, she gave more tips and recommended resources (books, links) that she knows would be helpful to me as a first-time mom. She shared many mom insights based on her learnings and even personal experiences which helped me navigate and process what I’ve been going through. It felt more like sharing an experience with a sister. And my family appreciates her also i might add.
I highly recommend her as a doula! Working with her you will know that this is not only her profession but also her passion. Thank you very much Akemi for all your support! I cannot imagine doing it without your help. All moms should have an Akemi on their side specially the first-time moms.
-Airenne
July 26, 2021
Akemi Tsuru CD(DONA)
Vida Mia • Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1400 to $1800
