Testimonial for Desirae Whittle
I cannot praise Desirae enough! We met when she covered for my original doula and didn’t meet in person until my induction. It’s not easy to build rapport and establish the complete trust needed in a doula relationship so it is incredibly impressive that she was able to put me at ease from our first phone call.
I was induced the day before my doula was due back from vacation and was extremely anxious. I texted and called Desirae throughout the induction and every time she validated my concerns, reassured me, and helped determine a path forward. She was always there no matter the hour.
After a series of unfortunate events, I ended up fully dilating as I slept. Desirae raced over to the hospital at a moment’s notice and that’s when I truly got a glimpse of her grace. By the time Desirae arrived, I felt traumatized by the rushed induction. She walked into the room and suddenly I felt calm because I knew no matter what I was supported. She was kind, incredibly knowledgeable and authoritative with my providers. She knew without a word what was needed, coaching me through each push, helping me stand my ground against a disrespectful provider, and ultimately helping me make the best decisions for my family.
Desirae never left my side and even supported my husband through my caesarean and the resuscitation of my son. She is kind, warm, funny, and extremely selfless.
If all that isn’t enough, Desirae accompanied me to the hospital on Christmas Eve when I had a complication. I was beside myself. My son had just been discharged from the NICU and on our first night together, Christmas Eve no less, I had to leave him. She met me at the hospital, made sure I received a meal and a pump, all while validating my anxiety and showing me the utmost compassion.
Not only is Desirae a phenomenal doula, but she is an absolutely beautiful soul. Anyone would be lucky to have her at their birth. I know I was.
-Melissa Olem
March 07, 2024
Desirae Whittle
Harmony Births
Birth Fee: $2250 to $3500
