CaitLin’s PRENATAL STORY

I had so much anxiety going into birth, with all the unknowns and choices. I was awake at night imagining unwanted scenarios. I was feeling so much pressure to get it right, and yet uncertain and out of control. Nicole helped me feel empowered in any decision I made, and really listened to uncover what my biggest fears and desires were. I felt very listened to, and uniquely seen.

All of this was done in a special way, which really let me come to my own answers and what would be best for me. Nicole felt like a teammate, bringing a holistic understanding of birth and a reverence that I didn't know I was missing. I realized I had a lot more resources within myself, and gained a new way of seeing my birth before I even experienced labor. Without all of the pressure to get it right, it made the whole experience more natural and way less tense than I’d imagined - which is what I really wanted!

Looking back, working with her helped me to not feel guilty, like I betrayed myself, or like I failed, even when I made decisions in my birth that at one point I was adamant I didn’t want. This was invaluable, and an incredibly empowering start to my journey as a Mother.

Caitlin, Massachusetts