Testimonial for Jamila Udofiah from Francine C

Testimonial for Jamila Udofiah

Jamila Udofiah was a pleasure and a blessing to have as a doula. From the first meeting she was warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable about many things I hadn't learned so far. Being that it was my first pregnancy, first experience having a doula, I was toward the end of my pregnancy when I was assigned a doula, and on top of that it would only be virtual meetings, I was nervous, but I quickly became very comfortable and excited to work with Jamila. We created our birth plan with her and she even typed everything out for us to give to our doctor. She really made me l feel like a friend or family member was helping me and I feel like my birthing experience was significantly better because I knew more about what to expect and she helped me prepare my mindset and body. One day after doing guided stretching with her, my baby lowered into position and I began having contractions, so I was able to avoid being induced. I was able to have my natural birth without epidural and it went better and quicker than it would've gone without her guidance. She reminded me to breathe through contractions, that I could do it and that my body was made for birth, which really encouraged me when I was ready to give up. Even after labor she checked in on me, gave me advice, and helped me with anything going on with baby and I. I will always appreciate having her apart of my pregnancy and postpartum journey.

-Francine C

February 10, 2024