Testimonial for Adriana Babler, Ph.D., CD(DONA) from Kara Franco

Testimonial for Adriana Babler, Ph.D., CD(DONA)

I sought out a doula because I wanted to give myself the best chance at achieving a natural (vaginal, unmedicated) delivery. I chose to hire Adriana as my doula because of her gentle approach and respectful way of communicating with my husband and me. Adriana always answered our questions thoroughly and without judgment, even when we felt that our questions or concerns were silly or naive.

I can honestly say that I would not have achieved the unmedicated birth of my son without Adriana's guidance and expertise. She was there for my husband and me every step of the way--and it was a long journey! Throughout my 30+ hour labor, Adriana gave us specific instructions that progressed my labor naturally, as well as the reassurance I needed to place my trust in my body's natural birthing abilities. Having her by our side in the delivery room is the best choice we could have made for our son and for us.

And still, Adriana's value and skillset go beyond the delivery room. She is a certified Breastfeeding Specialist who, from the first moments of holding my son in my arms, helped me find success in breastfeeding. She is also highly skilled in osteopathic manual therapy and infant massage. My newborn had difficulties with gas that caused him to be very tense and unable to lie comfortably flat on his back. After a short session with Adriana, he was noticeably more relaxed and slept flat on his back for the first time since coming home from the hospital!

The gratitude my husband and I feel for Adriana is beyond words. She has our highest recommendation to any expecting mother seeking guidance during her pregnancy, delivery, and beyond.

-Kara Franco

November 27, 2021