Testimonial from Anna

February 2022

There aren’t enough words of expression to describe what an asset Kassie was at our birth. Even before our birth began and we were interviewing doulas to find the right fit, Kassie slid into that feeling for both my spouse and I, seamlessly. It was evident she was a powerhouse of knowledge, gusto for “getting in there,” all while with so much gentleness, attentiveness and care. It was an easy immediate decision to work with Kassie. From there she made herself available to us for questions, thoughts, worries, etc. Kassie was so thoughtful about everything; she brought resources, explained everything in full detail, and even made homemade treats (date balls) as a consideration for a natural method to induce labor. More and more, she naturally reinforced the best decision we made in bringing her on to our team. At the time of my birth, Kassie arrived at the hospital with a funhouse worthy of paraphernalia to make the room more cozy. We really enjoyed Kassie’s company, and loved chatting, laughing, playing games, and she was so helpful with recommendations of movement. Kassie is not shy at all when it comes to this process, and Kassie and my spouse even joined me while I sat on the toilet! It was a special experience to have her there, to be a strong advocate for us and relaying messaging, especially information we wouldn’t have thought of to share to the medical team, to meet our little one, to tend to me as I was having some pretty intense post-birth complications. Kassie’s energy is healing, uplifting, tender. It was energy I didn’t even think I needed. We were also so happy to share a postpartum moment with her; have her re-meet the little one she helped bring into this world and to check on my spouse and I both. We never doubted Kassie’s commitment to both of us, and now the three of us. Kassie is resourceful, communicative, and so much more. We undoubtedly think you need Kassie as part of your birth team!