Testimonial for Heather Karlson (DONA)
I am so glad that Heather was my doula. I called her at about 3 am, when I knew that I was in labor. She actually beat me to the hospital, greeting me at the front desk with a big smile at about 5 am. As someone who wanted a natural birth, it was very helpful to have Heather there. She guided me into comfortable positions during contractions and reminded me to focus on something and breathe during the pain. She suggested positions to move the labor along. She also inspired me to walk around the hospital room and outside in the hall. She placed a nice warm heating pad on my back and even rubbed my feet. She pushed on my hips to minimize the contraction pain. She held me up with her shoulders as I swayed back and forth. These things really did help.
Heather is a very positive, gentle, and confident person to have in the delivery room. She was attentive and tuned in to my needs and eager to help. I was never afraid to ask her for something when I needed it. For example, sometimes I needed to be left alone, sometimes I needed ice cubes, and sometimes I needed a snack. She was quite flexible and easy going. There were times when she boosted my confidence in the process and made me laugh. It was great having her energy in the room. My husband was relieved to have the support and to not have to be everything for me for the 6 hours I was in labor. When decisions had to be made such as whether to break my water bag and/or take pitocin, I could process my thoughts with Heather.
Heather was truly happy and excited when my baby girl was born. She took awesome photos with my camera and I didn't even have to ask. I feel that the birth was a better experience and life long memory thanks to her wisdom and support.
-Cathleen Tracy
February 06, 2013
Heather Karlson (DONA)
DoulaKarlson.com
Birth Fee: $1800
