Testimonial from Soula

October 2021
Kassie was truly an answer to my anxiety around birth. After going through infertility and IVF, the anxiety surrounding pregnancy and delivery was high for me. I was able to check in with Kassie as things progressed through our pregnancy, and I appreciated her perinatal visits to our home to discuss our concerns. When the big day arrived (scheduled induction), Kassie was on top of everything. My partner has a blood/needle phobia, and Kassie communicated so well with the hospital staff about this. She signaled for when it was time for him to leave the room if an IV was being placed or blood was present. This helped alleviate a lot of concern for me and him.

During the birth, I had some complications. Kassie was there to reassure me when my placenta was retained, the baby was having trouble transitioning, and I needed extra care post delivery. I texted some close friends shortly after and said "I couldn't have done this without Kassie." She never panicked, explained what was going on, and gave me context for all the procedures and interventions. I also appreciate that I never felt judged - she let me make decisions and encouraged me rather than tried to push anything on me.

Kassie's warmth, knowledge, and advocacy was exactly what I needed. I absolutely attribute my lessened postpartum anxiety to her presence during birth. I was unsure of whether a doula was right for us, but now I can say with full confidence that Kassie was a godsend. If we ever consider another child, Kassie will be my first call so I can book her far in advance.