Testimonial for Christina Pruitt
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As an expectant father, I initially wasn't sure what role a doula would play in our birth experience. Due to work commitments, I wasn't able to meet Christina until the actual birth, but her impact on our labor and delivery experience was profound and immediate.
When my wife went into early labor at 34 weeks and 5 days, I met Christina for the first time at the hospital late that night. Despite having just met, she quickly created an atmosphere of calm confidence and helped me find my place as a birth partner. She guided me on what to give my wife, how to apply counter-pressure, and even used words of encouragement when I wasn't sure what to say. Her coaching allowed me to be fully present and engaged in supporting my wife rather than feeling helpless or uncertain in this unexpected situation.
What I appreciated most was how Christina worked seamlessly with me as a team from the moment she arrived. When medical decisions needed to be made quickly, she helped break down the information in a way that allowed us to understand our options clearly. She knew exactly when to step in to give me a break and when to step back to let me be the primary support person.
Thanks to Christina's guidance, I was able to be a much more effective birth partner for my wife's unmedicated VBAC than I could have been on my own. She helped me understand the birthing process and what my wife was experiencing at each stage, which allowed me to provide better emotional and physical support, even without prior preparation.
For any expecting fathers who might be on the fence about hiring a doula - DO IT. Christina's expertise and support not only helped my wife have the birth experience she wanted but also empowered me to be the birth partner I wanted to be, even though we met for the first time during labor. Having a doula is an investment that benefits the entire family, and I'm incredibly grateful we had Christina by our side.
-Tim Moore
December 20, 2024
Christina Pruitt
Ready Set Birth
Birth Fee: $1500 to $3000
