Katia was our doula for the birth of our baby boy. This was our first child and we had never worked with a doula before, but as we were doing a hospital birth, we thought it would be helpful to have a doula to support and advocate for us. We wanted to stick to our birth plan and feel supported through my choice to have an unmedicated hospital birth. We are so happy we decided to work with Katia! I truly think her presence was what helped me stick with my plan and trust the entire process.
Katia is so warm, empathetic and caring. Upon meeting her, we immediately felt at ease with her. She was flexible with prenatal visits and responsive to our needs and questions. She did a great job of helping both my partner and I feel prepared for what was to come.
During labor and birth was when she really made all the difference to us. She was so patient, calm, knowledgeable and responsive, and had so many strategies for helping my labor progress and move forward. She communicated with hospital staff to make sure my preferences were known and maintained. I really felt like I could trust her and both my husband and I felt so at ease with her throughout the process. She helped us stick with our birth plan and was a truly invaluable mental and emotional support for both my partner and I. I especially appreciate how she helped my husband be so involved, was so calm and confident, and how well they worked together as a team to support me. I truly felt cared for. Katia has a special gift for guiding people through their birth journey. Thank you for helping us become parents and making it such a positive, beautiful and unforgettable experience for us!!! We appreciate you so much!