"I've run marathons, done a lot of hiking and worked 40 hours straight, but laboring with my wife was more strenuous and exhausting than any of those.  I would have struggled without our Doula.  She was a crucial for us.  I recommend the use of a Doula to all of my male friends. . ."  ~A Father "The best part about having Chris with us was the constant attention that we had . . . when we were unsure of which doctor would be there for us and the nurses were so busy.  She was someone that built up a rapport with us, and met with us numerous times to better understand how she could best serve us and enhance our birth experience."  ~ A Mother

	"If a Doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it."  John H. Kennell, MD
	"Doula service has no price tag, but we would pay a million! "
	The next best decision we made after deciding to have a baby, is to hire a Doula"  Kevin K.
	"I was so glad that Chris was there to help my wife...it was just so hard for me to see her in labor....Chris stayed by her side the whole 20 hours, comforting  and encouraging her....and me too!"
	One client said "My partner was my left hand, my Doula was my right."
	Having a Doula made me feel much more confident about labor and delivery.  Knowing that she would be there relieved me of a lot of anxiety toward the end of my pregnancy
	Chris was so comforting and calming the entire time.  Her soothing touch gave me strength during my labor.  She was like a pro...knowing just the right thing to do or say to help me through and keep me focused.
	One dad said "Our Doula was an excellent source of encouragement and support for me as well as my wife.  She assisted me in helping my wife to feel comfortable and nurtured throughout pregnancy and labor"
	One nervous expectant father said "I am so relieved that we are going to have a Doula present.  I am so worried that I will forget what I learned in the birthing class".

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