Testimonial for Heather Karlson (DONA)
I didn’t love my birth experience with my daughter. I wasn’t prepared and didn’t know what to expect. I had a long hospital labor with an epidural. The outcome was positive, healthy baby girl, but I was left feeling like I had no control over my birth. I knew with my second pregnancy I wanted a different experience. I reached out to Heather because I was looking for a knowledgeable and kind person to guide me through an unmedicated birth.
Heather checked in on me daily to see how I was progressing and feeling. She gave me words of encouragement when I felt like I was never going to deliver this baby. I went into labor on my due date. All day, Heather checked in with me. My sons birth was quick. I once again felt like I wasn’t prepared. Heather was my calm in the storm. She kept me grounded and reminded me of what I wanted from this birth. She coached and guided me through my contractions and reminded me that I was strong and could deliver this baby when I was doubting myself.
I look back on my son’s birth, and I am so grateful that Heather was there. She empowered me and helped me learn to trust my body. Because of Heather, I got the exact birth that I wanted.
-Emma Tarkowski
September 19, 2023
Heather Karlson (DONA)
DoulaKarlson.com
Birth Fee: $1800
