Happy Clients
I cannot recommend Kirsten enough as a doula; She is knowledgable, calm and most importantly focused on creating a positive and supportive environment for the arrival of our baby.
I was on the fence about hiring a doula and I am so glad I did. Kirsten was a tremendous support to both my husband and me through out the entire labor and delivery process. She was a wonderful source of information, positive reinforcement and calmness that I needed. I would have been more stressed and panicked if I didn't have her as my doula.
Prior the birth of our daughter, Kirsten was exceptionally accommodating to meet with us to make sure we had all the information we needed to create a birth plan that I desired. She helped me mentally prepare for child birth so that I had an understanding of what would happen and what to do through each phase.
During early labor, Kirsten help me understand what my body was going through and how to work through the pain. After our baby arrived, Kirsten made sure to check in and make sure we were adjusting to our new life.
While my labor didn't go completely as planned, having Kirsten by my side helped me and my husband with the unexpected. I highly recommend Kirsten and a doula and would work with her again in the future.
Liz P. - San Francisco, CA
Kirsten is a rockstar doula
When we me for a first time after the initial phone call, I had a feeling that I met an old friend. Knowledgeable, supportive, empathetic friend. There was a connection. I wanted her to be with me on this journey of my pregnancy and delivery. And that was a great choice!
She carefully listened to me and followed my needs all the time. Kirsten was by my side - via texts, emails, phone calls and in person when needed. I got all the answers, support, encouragement that I was looking for. All our meetings left me smiling and calm - and that is a big deal.
I am so grateful she was with me, holding my hand in the hospital. Not only she made me feel physically comfortable (as much as it can be during delivery), but also took care of most of the communications with medical professionals (according to our birth plan, allowing me to avoid answering same questions multiple times etc and keeping focus) She was truly there for me. If you ask me who was the new r doctor or was in the room- I have no idea, I looked only at Kirsten.
While it's hard to describe all the work she's done for me, I'd like to say that I had a birth experience that I was dreaming about. And I'm sure it is because of Kirsten. She helped me to stay confident, ready and kind of relaxed.
My only regret is that I didn't met her when I was pregnant with my first baby. No jokes- working with Kirsten was the best decision and the best investment.
Alina F. - Outer Sunset, San Francisco, CA
Kirsten Dudley is my hero. I had an extremely fast labor with my second child and did not make it to the SF Birth Center as planned. We were working with Jennifer Darwin at GGDA and Kirsten was our back up doula in the event that my labor moved quickly and we needed someone in the neighborhood (we live in Marin). Needless to say, once I went into labor Jennifer knew she wasn't going to make it from the city in time, so she called up Kirsten who jumped out of bed and arrived at our door just in time to catch my daughter. Having an unplanned home birth can be stressful, but Kirsten immediately put me at ease and we are so thankful for her presence at our daughter's birth. It was such a unexpected night and I am so grateful that Kirsten was a part of it. We adore her and would recommend her to anyone!
A J. - Tiburon, CA
I would highly recommend Kirsten! She is professional, responsive any time of the day or night and highly knowledgeable. Great advice about breastfeeding and baby care after the baby was born. She truly cares and understands. I am thankful I had her with me on my journey to become a mother.
Gabriela H. - Oakland, CA
Kirsten is a wonderful doula. I had a few unexpected pregnancy events along the way and she was there at every step. We found out baby was breach and decided to do a version. Kirsten was a great source of information and comfort during the procedure. Baby was successfully turned during the version, but flipped back to being breach and we needed to schedule a C-section. I ended up going into labor before the scheduled C-section and things progressed extremely quickly, but Kirsten was at the hospital before I went into the operating room. She was very responsive, kind, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process and I couldn't recommend her more!
Jamie k. - San Francisco, CA
Kirstie is an absolutely amazing doula. She is so knowledgeable and energetic but also such a calming and encouraging presence. We never felt judged or pressured in any of the decisions that go into having a baby. Kirstie guided and supported us so we could feel informed about the decisions we were making and we knew we would have a good advocate at the hospital when the time came. I would definitely want to work with her again if/when I have another baby!
Nora M. - manhattan, ny
I am so grateful for Kirsty and the support that she provided before, during and after the birth of our baby girl. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone considering a birth doula.
She was an incredible help to us during pregnancy. She made herself available and provided great information and resources.
I can't imagine going through labor without her. It was so reassuring to both my husband and I to have her there. Her presence allowed my husband to get some breaks while having peace of mind. I was able to fully focus on labor without worrying about when we should leave our home because I knew Kirsty was there to talk through that decision when the time came. She spoke to our midwife on the phone about my progress while I was laboring at home, which my husband and I found hugely helpful and reassuring. She suggested different laboring positions and was there to comfort and encourage me.
Kirsty was also a helpful and calming presence once Baby girl came. She was incredibly thoughtful and always looking out for our needs. I was so thankful to have her at the birth center with us in those first hours postpartum.