Testimonial for The Birth Collective | doula, photo, education
I wholeheartedly recommend The Birth Collective, and truly can’t express enough how amazing they are! I had a number of difficult circumstances in this pregnancy, and they were always there to offer support, advice, and to encourage me. While their support throughout my pregnancy was amazing, it pales in comparison to how invaluable they were during the start of my labor and how phenomenal Austin was as the doula during my labor and birth. My labor did not go as I hoped, and they were the most encouraging and empowering, helping me process my emotions, while still holding true to my ultimate desire to have a VBAC. I can share about all the techniques Austin had to help me throughout my labor and her incredible knowledge and skill, but what I want to highlight is how in tune she was with me and what I needed in each moment, especially emotionally. Austin was this beautiful, calm, reassuring presence that I desperately needed. There were several times during this labor that my baby had decels and when the team of nurses came in to help, and several times it was mentioned that another c-section may be needed. This is where Austin was worth her weight in gold! She was not only incredibly reassuring, but she calmly explained EVERYTHING that was happening. At times when I would have spiraled because of my fear, Austin calmly reassured me and helped me process and understand what was happening. I am so, so grateful to her for the role she played in my labor and birth. In the end, I had my VBAC, and I can confidently say that Austin was a HUGE reason for that. She was my cheerleader, and her level of knowledge, experience, and calm presence was incredibly reassuring throughout. (And wow- my birth photos are incredible!) I am so very thankful for her, and would absolutely recommend The Birth Collective.
-Kaitlyn
August 07, 2021
Birth Fee: $1800 to $2600
