"Thank You" Notes
If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it.
~Dr. John H. Kennell
~Dr. John H. Kennell
Kaitlin & Vanessa,
We cannot thank you enough for everything you invested in our birth - you were exactly what we needed, always supporting us in everything.
You are wonderful doulas, talented photographers & dear friends. :)
We cannot thank you enough for everything you invested in our birth - you were exactly what we needed, always supporting us in everything.
You are wonderful doulas, talented photographers & dear friends. :)
Matt & Katy
(& Eden)
(& Eden)
Kaitlyn & Vanessa
Thank you for being a part of Eric's birth!! Its a memory I will always treasure! Your help with the kids & my home has been such a blessing!! I treasure your friendship & have been blessed to have you in my families lives.
Thank you for being a part of Eric's birth!! Its a memory I will always treasure! Your help with the kids & my home has been such a blessing!! I treasure your friendship & have been blessed to have you in my families lives.
Love
Holly
Holly
Kaitlin & Vanessa,
We cannot possibly thank you enough for all of your help - not only with Joanna's birth, but in the weeks & months leading up. Knowing that we had you both to rely on made our whole pregnancy & labor much more relaxed. We'll be recommending you to all our child-bearing friends!
We cannot possibly thank you enough for all of your help - not only with Joanna's birth, but in the weeks & months leading up. Knowing that we had you both to rely on made our whole pregnancy & labor much more relaxed. We'll be recommending you to all our child-bearing friends!
Love,
Matt & Katy
Matt & Katy
Just wanted to thank you both for sharing this special day w/ us. If we decide in the future to do this again we would love to have you guys there w/ us.
Love,
Michael, Carolina,
Gracie & Reece
Michael, Carolina,
Gracie & Reece
Kaitlin & Vanessa,
Thank you for helping make the birth of our son so special! My first evening of labor with ya'll felt more like a day at the spa. Your kind words and gentle touch will never be forgotten!
Thank you for helping make the birth of our son so special! My first evening of labor with ya'll felt more like a day at the spa. Your kind words and gentle touch will never be forgotten!
Love,
Erica, Cesar & Kai
Matt and I cannot thank you enough for helping us and supporting us through Sean's birth. Matt and I could not have made it through our intense induction process without you two. When contractions started on Thursday, Matt and I were so confused at what was happening, but with your guidance, comfort measures and emotional support you helped to calm our fears and go with the flow of labor (even if it was false labor!). When real labor arrived and I was so overwhelmed with pain, you may not have realized at the time but your encouragement helped me to cope. Even through the worst, I was always aware and felt your presence.
Matt and I truly believe that you two lovely sisters have found your calling in life and we wish you all the best. Thank you, thank you!!
All of our Love,
Jen, Matt and lil' Sean
All of our Love,
Jen, Matt and lil' Sean
Thank you a million times for being there for me during my labor. I know that had Vanessa not been there for me it would have been much more difficult to make it through. Giving birth was the hardest thing I've ever done, and I'm so thankful you ladies were there to coach me through everything. I'm already planning for my next birth and hoping you ladies will be there!!
Love you girls and can't thank you enough for everything you did for me, my baby and my husband.
~Tisha & Mario
(Baby Jaxon)
~Tisha & Mario
(Baby Jaxon)
I used Kaitlin and Vanessa as my doulas for my first birth, which was at home, and they were fantastic. I first contacted them a few months before my baby was due, and set up an in-home interview. They were fun to work with, professional, and personable. They had a number of different natural pain relief methods that they regularly use, and were open to learning new things as well. They do not book clients too closely, to ensure that they can give the best attention possible to each individual.
They maintained availability via email, phone calls, and texts until my little one came. About two weeks before I was due Vanessa came over as part of their Need To Nest program and spent the afternoon assisting me in some last minute projects in preparation for the birth. This afternoon of help was included as part of their services, and was not an extra charge.
When I started having regular contractions I called them to let them know. I asked them not to come yet, because my contractions were not difficult. We maintained contact over the next couple hours, and when I was ready (middle of the night, of course) I asked them to come.
They maintained availability via email, phone calls, and texts until my little one came. About two weeks before I was due Vanessa came over as part of their Need To Nest program and spent the afternoon assisting me in some last minute projects in preparation for the birth. This afternoon of help was included as part of their services, and was not an extra charge.
When I started having regular contractions I called them to let them know. I asked them not to come yet, because my contractions were not difficult. We maintained contact over the next couple hours, and when I was ready (middle of the night, of course) I asked them to come.
They arrived promptly and seamlessly took their places. They suggested different labor positions, used a variety of techniques to minimize pain, and even helped with little things like changing the bedsheets, filling up our birth pool, and bringing my husband anything he (or I) needed so he wouldn't have to leave me. They helped me feel at ease laboring in the way that was most comfortable for me, without being self-conscious -- this alone helped tremendously. Their gentle reminders to relax helped me to not fight the contractions. They really were there to serve us, and did whatever was needed.
I'm not sure what we would have done without Kaitlin and Vanessa. I recommend their services to anyone in the area who is having a baby (regardless of whether they are in a home, birth center, or hospital) , and I already know one friend who has booked them for her second baby! They are wonderful!
~ Sophia & Richard
(Baby Tirza)
I'm not sure what we would have done without Kaitlin and Vanessa. I recommend their services to anyone in the area who is having a baby (regardless of whether they are in a home, birth center, or hospital) , and I already know one friend who has booked them for her second baby! They are wonderful!
~ Sophia & Richard
(Baby Tirza)
I am very thankful for Kaitlin and Vanessa and they provided outstanding services. From the first time that we contacted them to after the delivery of our son, they were wonderful and a such a blessing to our family.
I was anxious and a bit scared about giving birth this time around since I had a traumatizing experience with my first child. I knew that I needed all the help and encouragement that I could get. They were very encouraging and their soothing voices helped to calm me down. They were very informed and made great suggestions which helped with the labor process.
I thank God that they were able to assist me during this time. They were very knowledgeable and kind and wonderful people.
~ Priscilla & David
(Baby Benjamin)
I thank God that they were able to assist me during this time. They were very knowledgeable and kind and wonderful people.
~ Priscilla & David
(Baby Benjamin)
Kaitlin and Vanessa provided a loving and nurturing support system to assist in the birthing journey of my son Aiden. Though Kaitlin was my lead doula, both ladies were instrumental in the birthing process and provided me strength, encouragement, and energy throughout the pregnancy and labor. Both Kaitlin and Vanessa were very receptive to my needs and wants, ensuring I received the birth that I envisioned.
Their hands on approach of massage, aromatherapy, pressure points, inspirational quotes, and chocolates helped me to remain focused on my goal of having a truly natural birth. Thank you Ladies SOOOO MUCH!! You are much more than my Doulas- you are my friends!!
Love- April & Aiden
Love- April & Aiden
Kaitlin and Vanessa are what the fruit of the Spirit is; love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Considering the short time they were with me during labor and how fast I progressed, Vanessa applied pressure on my lower back as I had back labor. Kaitlin's soft voice, telling me to relax, was very encouraging. Just hearing that simple word, relax, helped me to stay focused to do just that. They arrived 10 to 15 minutes before Michael James was born. This tells me they were ready and prepared to be on their way, no matter what time they received a green light. This told me they were serious about doing their best to be on time.
They remained calm and self-controlled in their words and actions, as Michael James was born and my midwife had not arrived yet. Their calm-spirit helped my dear husband, Israel, to remain at ease, as he held sweet, baby Michael. Kaitlin took initiative by suggesting a more comfortable postion for me as I was leaning forward against the bed and on my knees. My husband held the baby, whom was still attached to me thru the umbilical cord. Kaitlin, Vanessa and my husband all worked together to help me sit down on the floor after they helped lay the towels. As soon as I sat down, my husband put Michael James in my arms. Michael James's cry woke up all other six children in the early morning. They woke up a couple at a time. Kaitlin and Vanessa helped by comforting and holding some of the little ones. Kaitlin and Vanessa were ready to help! They make a great team and anybody would be blessed to have as doulas!
~Imelda & Israel
(Baby Michael)
~Imelda & Israel
(Baby Michael)
Kaitlin & Vanessa are kind, thoughtful, and overall spectacular!
As first time parents, my husband and I were very nervous about the delivery process considering that no one can really know what to expect. Kaitlin & Vanessa were a God-send to us. They spoke with us a number of times before our due date and answered all our questions or timely followed up. Based on their responses and actions, I felt that they truly listened to our wishes and concerns.
As first time parents, my husband and I were very nervous about the delivery process considering that no one can really know what to expect. Kaitlin & Vanessa were a God-send to us. They spoke with us a number of times before our due date and answered all our questions or timely followed up. Based on their responses and actions, I felt that they truly listened to our wishes and concerns.
When I called them with news of contractions, I already knew they were well prepared. Once they met us, their personalities alone helped keep the environment calm and relaxing. As contractions intensified throughout the day, they guided my husband and me to work together with the breathing, massages and heated rice socks. We also used the birthing ball. They offered various methods to manage the pain. They gave me the attention and focus that I needed.
Their knowledge and support made the entire process of labor and delivery special and memorable (instead of tense and unbearable). We cannot imagine what it would have been like without them and recommend their services to everyone.
~Ly & Kevin
(Baby David)
Their knowledge and support made the entire process of labor and delivery special and memorable (instead of tense and unbearable). We cannot imagine what it would have been like without them and recommend their services to everyone.
~Ly & Kevin
(Baby David)
They were so tuned in and thorough there was nothing for me to do during labor! Very dedicated.
~Kristy, midwife
~Kristy, midwife
Very pleasant and capable!
Lynn, midwife
Lynn, midwife
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