Melissa, Mother of Huon

My fiancé actually encouraged me to find a doula I connect with to build our support team for pregnancy and beyond. He is an osteopath with a passion for treating babies and pregnant woman and saw the role of a doula as really important for us.

We had heard of Krista prior to meeting her and loved the look of what she offers as a doula. We had just moved, with no family close by, so for us it was important that I connected with Krista. After meeting Krista, we knew she would be a great support for me and Bub, what we didn’t realise is how much her services would also help Andrew. (Since Andrew was the sole carer for myself and Huon, and I needed bed rest for some time.) The days Krista visited Andrew could relax knowing I was looked after through the day and that there would be a yummy treat to try too. We still miss Krista’s treats!

Since having Huon, I now understand that building a support team for pregnancy and the postpartum period is so important and during Covid even more so. Krista created an open, nurturing space for me to be myself, to be vulnerable and feel supported through recovery and gave me confidence as a first-time mother. I could talk to Krista about absolutely anything without fear of judgement. Debriefing about my pregnancy and labour was really important and Krista gave me tools to help me move through this.

I highly recommend Krista as a doula. Her motherly, caring nature is so gentle and encouraging, her cooking is delicious and specific to you through the healing process and her smile and laughter is infectious. I couldn’t speak more highly of her. Thanks for everything Krista, Love Melissa, Andrew and Huon xo