Testimonial for Keisha Graham
One of the first pieces of adviced I received when I got pregnant was to work with a doula--I'm glad I took this advice and grateful to have found Keisha. Keisha was supportive through my entire pregnancy, checking in after appointments as well as recommending MyBirth's Labor and Delivery class (also very worth taking as a first-time parent!) As we got closer to my due date, we discussed my birth preferences at an in-home visit. Keisha knew exactly what questions to ask to get to the core of what was most important to me about my labor experience, and how she could support both myself and my husband in making sure we had as close to our desired experience as possible, while also being honest and transparent about the possibility that we may need to be flexible in the moment as plans often have to change while you're in the thick of labor.
During labor, Keisha was absolutely essential in keeping me grounded. She was an excited cheerleader in the moments I needed that energy, as well as honest and straightforward in the moments when I needed that type of tone and support. So many parts of labor feel like a blur, but one thing that I vividly remember for all of it is Keisha's face near mine, coaching me through every moment. She got me over the finish line of the unmedicated labor I really wanted, advocating for me the entire way--and then was there afterwards to support with breastfeeding, what to expect postpartum, and offering any other type of support we thought we might need.
I really can't over-emphasize how grateful both my husband and I are to have had the opportunity to work with Keisha. My labor is an experience I can look back on knowing it happened the way I wanted, in large part due to Keisha's support and advocacy. I absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a doula!
-Emma Arata
October 14, 2024
Keisha Graham
KeishaDoesWork / MyBirth RVA
Birth Fee: $1700
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $50
