Testimonial for Jackie Symons, CD(DONA)
Jackie was a huge blessing to me during the end of my pregancy and during labor. The last week of my pregnancy things were rapidly changing due to an IUGR diagnosis and imminent induction. It was very emotional to switch from a natural progression of labor to an artificial one with a potential for baby to spend time in the NICU. Jackie was supportive through this news and helped me reformulate my birth plan to encourage the physiological process in the hospital. Going into my induction I felt supported and encouraged that though plans changed, that my birth was still going to be beautiful. She helped my husband comfort me and work through my contractions while still making him feel supported as well. When Jackie arrived at my birth I was in active labor and without missing a beat jumped right in to give me the hands on support I needed. When I felt as though I could not go on she grounded my thoughts with gentle encouragement. I could not have asked for a better person to be by my side through this birth. I am forever grateful for Jackie!
-Lara Castorina
December 09, 2021
Jackie Symons, CD(DONA)
Balance in Birth
Birth Fee: $1800
