Testimonials
What Clients Have to Say
"Kathleen was our
doula for the birth of our first child. I unexpectedly had a long,
complicated labor, and it seemed as if our wish for a natural birth
might be compromised. In the face of a lot of pressure from the
hospital to have a C-section, Kathleen helped us ask questions of the
doctors and advocate for ourselves when making important decisions. She
was calm and reassuring for both my husband and me. In the end, I was
able to have a natural birth, and the nurses told me that they thought
Kathleen was the best doula they had ever worked with. I would
recommend her unreservedly for both birthing services and pre-natal or
post-natal massage. You won't find a more caring or experienced
individual to help you through your pregnancy and birth."
Laine &
Sheldon
“My son is
here today
because of Kathleen. I mean it. We had an extremely difficult pregnancy
(bed rest) and delivery (emergency C-section) and I put 100% of my life
and my son's life in Kathleen's hands. Every single step of the way she
was in front of what I needed and wanted. All of my questions were
answered before I had them - she intuitively knew what we needed at all
times. The support she gave my family when I was in surgery and
recovery is something they STILL talk about."
Christina Harbridge
"Kathleen was such an integral
part of my daughter’s birth. I truly feel blessed to have had her beside
me during labor and delivery. As a 45 year-old woman giving birth for
the first time, having never witnessed birth, Kathleen was a godsend to
me. Because of her experience, care and faith in the birthing process, I
was able to stick as close as possible to my birth plan, despite the
hospital setting and need for a Pitocin drip. My labor was LONG and yet
with her help I never felt tempted to take an epidural. She was my
advocate throughout, helping me to communicate with the two shifts of
nurses, midwives and doctors. I wanted to be able to bring my daughter
into the world without any fear and experience birth as the sacred event
that it is. I can credit Kathleen for making that happen. It was the
single most miraculous and precious day of my life. Kathleen
understands and honors this."
Phoebe & Chris
“Kathleen’s
compassionate, kindhearted, and supportive approach allowed us to have
the most positive birth experience possible. She helped us discover how
we could most effectively work together as a couple during the labor,
while simultaneously providing her active support in areas that we
needed."
Tracy & Iishwara Ryaru
"Kathleen is very professional and knowledgeable as a Massage Therapist and Birth Doula. Her ability to develop and maintain a good relationship with her clients is what makes her so special. As a Birth Doula she provides information and then allows you to decide what you want. The result is complete confidence that you will have a great birth experience, regardless if things go as planned or not. She really listens to your specific needs and makes sure they are honored. During massage, she accurately assesses your body and provides a massage that is specific to the areas that need work. In addition, Kathleen is very good about checking in during massage to make sure the pressure is exactly what you want, and is careful not to over work any one area needing attention. This specific quality is what I think makes her stand apart from other massage therapists.”
Kris Vine
