Testimonial for Leslie Cuffee
Words really can't express what a calming and supportive presence Leslie has been throughout my pregnancy, delivery, and after. My initial reason for wanting to hire a doula was that my husband is in the Navy, and there was a possibility that he wouldn't be present for the birth. After meeting her, I knew that I would want her there, whether my husband could be there or not. I felt like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I didn't even realize how nervous I had been, until I wasn't anymore. I knew that I'd be okay, even if my husband couldn't be with me. The best way I can describe being around Leslie is that it feels easy, like we were already friends.
In the last few weeks of my pregnancy, Leslie became a resource for all of those questions that I felt stupid asking my doctor, or I didn't feel like my doctor would have time to answer. She reassured me, encouraged me, and never once made me feel silly.
On the big day, Leslie came right away, and spent a VERY long day with us. To be honest, a lot of that day is a blur to me, but I do know that she was a huge support to my husband, who was very hands on throughout my labor and delivery. Leslie was able to give him support, instruction, and rest breaks. The techniques she used and taught were extremely helpful in achieving the natural birth that I wanted. The two of them had to remind me several times that I DID want a natural birth, and I'm so thankful for her support of my goals, and her ability to interact with staff and my husband on my behalf.
I'm so glad that Leslie was a part of our birth story and has become part of our lives. I was able to approach the end of my pregnancy and my son's birth much calmer and informed, and although my husband (thankfully) was able to be present, I am so glad that we weren't alone in this experience. If we were to have another child, without a doubt, I would want her to be there again.
-Cassie Evanczik
May 15, 2013
Leslie Cuffee
Leslie C. Cuffee, Doula
Birth Fee: $1500
