Testimonial for Katy Gladwin, NBC-WHC
Katy is such a fantastic human being! I was so fortunate enough to find her late in my pregnancy and coincidentally she had availability, even though she is usually booked out far in advance. She caught herself right up to speed and we met several times leading up to my delivery so she could have a very good understanding of my preferences leading into my VBA2C. I also appreciated that during our meetings, she was extremely pro informed consent, as well as the belief in a woman's inate ability to birth her baby. The days leading up to my delivery she checked in just the right amount not to be annoying, but also present, so I felt supported. Kudos to her because she also talked me out of home induction methods during the 41st week. When the time came, she ended up being an absolutely vital part of my birth team. She went to bat for me and my preferences (decreased continuous fetal monitoring, pushing in all positions and use of the tub if I wanted) during the pushing phase of my delivery, but did it in such a respectful and cordial way that did not create enemies out of the medical staff. In fact, a few of the staff told me that they really liked Katy and my midwife even said if a patient has Katy as their Doula she immediately feels more at ease with the situation. I can honestly say, Katy was a Godsend to me, and was an absolutely critical part of me achieving my VBAC. I will absolutely hire her for my future births.
-Jessica Kenyon
February 22, 2024
Katy Gladwin, NBC-WHC
Katy Gladwin Birth and Wellness
Birth Fee: $1550 to $2050
