Testimonial for Rachel Connolly Kwock, CD(DONA), CLC from Lindsey

Testimonial for Rachel Connolly Kwock, CD(DONA), CLC

Rachel was an amazing doula, and I highly recommend her! Without her, the entire birth experience (including the month before and after) would not have been nearly as positive as it turned out to be. I am very grateful for her support!

She was very flexible with our scheduling, as we came to her late in the game. She adjusted her schedule for several prenatal visits, doing lots of education and comfort/positioning visits. She helped us understand all of our options for the delivery process, and we went into the hospital feeling informed and confident in our choices. She understood our plan and was supremely helpful in ensuring it was carried out, even when both my husband and I were too distracted or overwhelmed.

During my labor / delivery, she was an essential presence. She ensured we were ready beforehand with some tips, tricks, and supplies, and she met us at the hospital as soon as we needed her. She brought another whole set of suggestions and supplies, and having her around as a second set of hands and support for my husband (giving him ideas of how to support me) was crucial. It was a little chaotic at the moment of birth, and she remained focused on helping me and my husband, ensuring that I was cared for and comfortable. I appreciated feeling supported while everyone else's attention was on the baby.

Throughout the whole process, she was very communicative. We appreciated being able to reach her at any time via text, and if we didn't check in every so often (forgetful as we were with a newborn!) she was proactive about checking in on us. She visited us a few days postpartum and solved a lot of my breastfeeding issues! She helped with improving the latch and positioning, and she had some great suggestions to make it more comfortable for both me and baby. She was genuinely concerned about my mental health and ensured I was processing the experience.

-Lindsey

October 26, 2021