Testimonial for Shannon Cronin, CPD(CAPPA), CD(DONA)
My husband and I worked with Shannon for our second pregnancy and birth. Our first birth experience had some unexpected challenges and ended in an unplanned c-section, and we were looking for extra support and education as we planned on trialing labor and hoping for a VBAC.
During our prenatal visits Shannon provided a wealth of evidence-based information tailored to our specific needs. She gave unbiased support and resources to guide us through the decision making process, and was always supportive of the choices we made. She was a warm and kind support when we needed to talk through things and with any questions we had. I always felt I could turn to her for anything without judgement.
Shannon’s presence was invaluable during labor and delivery. She was a steady anchor for me and intuitively provided various comfort measures and supportive words that kept me focused and calm. She was also a great support for my husband and balanced stepping back and allowing the two of us to work as a team with offering suggestions for ways my husband could provide support with providing support herself. When I had an epidural she had a wealth of knowledge with positioning techniques to support labor progression. We ultimately ended up needing a c-section, and Shannon stayed with us during the birth and until we were settled in recovery. She took some amazing pictures of the birth that we treasure, and she was able to assist me with helping baby nurse in the OR, which was important to me. This second birth was an incredibly healing experience, and I attribute that largely to Shannon’s presence. With her assistance, we felt fully empowered, supported, and in control of the decisions and timeline of this labor and delivery, and we know that we did everything we could to support the birth that we had envisioned. I can’t recommend Shannon enough! She is comforting, empowering, and incredibly skilled and knowledgeable.
-Jessica
July 29, 2024
Shannon Cronin, CPD(CAPPA), CD(DONA)
Nurturing Roots Doula, LLC
Birth Fee: $1800
Postpartum Rate: $45 to $50
