Testimonial for Katie Hicks CD(DONA)
Katie is an amazing doula! I chose her to be my doula because she has a calm personality, and she spent most of our initial interview listening to our concerns about what we were looking for in a doula. This was going to be my fourth time giving birth, so I knew what I was looking for. I’m so glad we chose her. First, she has a strong faith which guides her vocation. Second, she is a seasoned mom as she has three children of her own. Third, she has a variety of experience as a doula in different settings with mothers of different backgrounds.
Towards the end of my pregnancy, I experienced a lot of false or prodromal labor. Many times I thought I was in real labor, but it turned out they were false alarms. Katie helped me through those moments so that we could assess realistically what was going on.
The night I truly went into labor, Katie arrived promptly at the Our Birthing Center in Morristown. Throughout my labor, Katie was so supportive and encouraging. She constantly told me what a great job I was doing, even though I didn’t think so myself! I was in so much pain and the contractions were very difficult, but she talked me through all of them. She also assisted my husband and I by getting us drinks, snacks, and anything else we needed.
When it was time to give birth, her support was unfailing. After my baby boy was safely delivered, she took photos with our cell phones and with her professional camera. During those all-important, precious moments after birth, she continued to be a support to us. She assisted in serving us our breakfast and she made sure that we were comfortable and had everything we needed. I was so touched by her humility and willingness to serve. She embodies the true meaning of a doula, which means “servant,” in this case a priceless one. I don’t know what I would have done without her. If you are looking for someone to support you wholeheartedly, then Katie is the doula for you.
-Christine
February 01, 2024
Katie Hicks CD(DONA)
Vitality Birth Support
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1900
