I first learned of Katie Baxter through ICAN when I was researching the possibility of a VBAC for my second. She let me know that I was a good candidate based on my first experience. In subsequent meetings, she gave me practical advice, hands-on practice for labor, and provided references for additional therapies, all with the goal of giving me the best chance of avoiding a c-section. She also gave me relevant questions to ask practitioners and when their responses were sometimes conflicting, she cited both evidence and anecdotal experience that gave me confidence that a VBAC was possible, without overpromising. Katie was available via text when contractions started. Katie arrived within an hour of active labor and had some gentle movements for me to prep for active labor and after that labor happened according to textbook and everything I’d prepped for fell into place. Katie was excellent at guiding both my husband and I so I could get relief throughout labor. I felt so well prepared and supported throughout, including her positive phrases that kept me going. Katie also helped with initial latching. Recovery has been so much easier than my first but thanks to Katie, I also came to appreciate and be proud of my first delivery too, as the entire process resolved a lot of my lingering questions and the mystery with how we ended up there. I’d highly recommend Katie no matter what type of delivery you’re looking for, as she was also nonjudgmental and open to supporting whatever my goals were (including any pain relief I chose). Thank you Katie!
-Annie D
October 29, 2024
Birth Fee: $2300 to $2700
Postpartum Rate: $65 to $70