Testimonial for Jackie Symons, CD(DONA)
If you are looking for a birth doula look no further. Jackie made everything about my birth run more smoothly. I was overwhelmed trying to create a birth plan for an unmedicated hospital birth, and she provided thoughtful guidance, realistic expectations, and helped narrow my focus on what was important to me. She was hands on and supportive before, during, and after the birth.
When my water broke early I felt fear and panic, but as soon as I called Jackie and she talked me through it I felt calm and at ease. I had to start Pitocin after laboring naturally for 24 hours, and the contractions started coming in hard and strong. My partner quickly became overwhelmed in trying to support me with natural pain management. My only regret is I wish we had called Jackie to come to the hospital sooner, because as soon as she arrived it was a breath of fresh air. I could tell my partner felt a huge weight lifted off his shoulders which helped me feel more at ease. Jackie guided me to relax parts of my body I didn't even realize were tense during labor. She was so intuitive and often knew my needs before I could speak.
Aside from emotional support and counter-pressure, the next most helpful during labor was the aromatherapy Jackie provided. I kept feeling like I was going to vomit during the pushing stage, and every time I inhaled the peppermint she brought my nausea subsided. She also helped capture memories of my birth with a ton of photos, which have been so helpful to look back on since the entire experience feels like a blur. Jackie has a down to earth personality and genuinely cares about her clients. She is resourceful, knowledgable, organized, and easy to connect with. You won't regret hiring her!
-Rachael
January 05, 2022
Jackie Symons, CD(DONA)
Balance in Birth
Birth Fee: $1800
