Testimonial for Kym Benner
My husband and I had just moved to the Riverside area and were expecting our first child within a matter of weeks, so we wanted someone who knew about birth way more than we did! Kym was great - I talked with her on the phone and she was more than willing to be our doula even with such late notice. She was so friendly - invited us to her home for the initial interview meeting, and explained her role as a doula - to support us! I was particularly impressed that she saw my husband as the primary support person, and in no way was going to try and "replace" him in that role. On the day of the birth, Kym came over to our house and supported us as we labored at home for as long as possible before heading to the hospital. Part of me had wanted to head to the hospital earlier, but looking back now I am SO GLAD Kym was there to help us go even longer at home where we could labor in our backyard and in my shower - things I wasn't able to do when I got to the hospital. When I got to the point where I really felt I wanted to go to the hospital (I had labored overnight and was exhausted), Kym even ended up driving us to the hospital. While delivering, Kym helped me through contractions, using aromatherapy oils to help me relax, helping my husband to support me (she gave him a fan to fan me - I think he appreciated having a specific task to do while he verbally supported me!). During some of the contractions, I had to try not to push because I was exhausted (hard to not push!), and Kym knew how to help me focus my attention on breathing - she connected to me so well! After the birth, Kym stayed for a little while to make sure we were getting post-birth support. The hospital staff also appreciated her great work - several of the CNMs commented on her being so great at what she does (which I totally agree with!). I know it had been a long day for her, but she was there 100% for us. I would do my birth again with Kym!
-Catherine Gordon
November 10, 2012
Kym Benner
"Pampered Package" Doula Services & CBE
Birth Fee: Not specified
