Testimonial for Ashley Catto
I wasn't sure I would want a doula because I feared having anyone present would put me into hosting mode. And I was hesitant about getting photos because I thought maybe I'd start worrying about my appearance, or that it would be images I really don't want to see.
I am so glad that I was able to work through these concerns and have her full support. She came by a few times leading up to my birth to help try to reposition my baby, gave me tips/tricks/techniques to try. She always reached out to me to see how I was doing and let me know to message her with questions or concerns any day, any time. It was a huge comfort knowing I had her support 24/7.
When I went into labor she was the first person I messaged, and she walked me through what to do until she arrived (she left her house immediately so it wasn't long at all). I went straight into active labor so she had no warning. And when she got here, she strategically assisted either me or my husband throughout contractions. It felt so wonderful having someone to give me comfort during that time and helping my husband to readjust if I needed something different or encouraging him when what he was doing was helping me.
and then we got the pictures, and I was prepared to squint through half of them. Instead I cried as I relived the happy and empowering experience. I LOVE them. ALL of them. Even the graphic ones I was initially terrified of seeing... somehow she made them beautiful and on the discreet side. I barely noticed her taking photos at the time, but she captured the whole experience.
And afterwards she was unimaginably helpful with post partum nursing and baby care and support. Ashley is incredible, kind, thoughtful, and an expert in her field!!!
-Christina
February 03, 2024
Ashley Catto
Womb and Bloom
Birth Fee: $1150 to $2850
