Testimonial for Cristina Evans
Cristina came highly recommended to me from several friends in the birth community as a fabulous doula. We hit it off right from the start and knew she would be a perfect match for us. We had three sessions before Elizabeth's birth where we discussed how to create a birth plan, pain management methods, the birthing process, my partner's role, and postpartum and breast feeding support. Our goal was to have a non-medicated vaginal birth, however that was not in the cards. We found out Elizabeth was breech at 36 weeks. Cristina was incredibly supportive and sent all of her resources on the subject. Her knowledge led me to several different avenues to try to flip Elizabeth. Unfortunately, she was stubborn from the start and would not flip despite trying acupuncture, chiropractic care, Moxibustion, and a failed ECV. Cristina helped prepare us as we pivoted toward a planned cesarean section. Her compassion and expertise were comforting and affirming when I was experiencing severe anxiety in advance of the procedure. She waited with us before the C-section, took pictures of Elizabeth's birth, and stayed with us afterward while we recovered and established breastfeeding. Afterward, Cristina touched base and checked in on us almost daily. We had two in person postpartum visits where she made sure that we were set up for success and shared resources about pumping and returning to work. Even though we did not have a vaginal birth, Cristina was invaluable as a part of our birth story and we are so grateful for her!
-Abby Outlaw
March 01, 2022
Cristina Evans
Blooming Birth,LLC
Birth Fee: $1000 to $1500
