A Wonderful Hospital Birth
“A friend of ours said it best when they mentioned that hiring a doula for their childbirth experience was ‘worth every penny!’ I couldn’t agree more, and Kali is exceptional. She was so easy to work with, listened intently to what our needs/wants were, and went far above the call of duty a number of times. She was flexible, encouraging and affirming, and so attentive, literally from the day we hired her all the way thru postpartum. My husband commented that even if I hadn’t needed her, he certainly did! Her calming presence brought so much peace of mind and opportunity to rest and refuel that he couldn’t have imagined doing it without her. We also used her for placenta encapsulation, and that too I’d do a thousand times over! I was skeptical if it was really worth it, but let me say, I will NEVER face postpartum again without it. The difference was profound and immediate, and as expected, Kali exceeded our expectations. Timely, informative, professional, I simply can’t say enough about her.” –Joshua and Terrica; 1st-time parents
“Kali went above and beyond for us for the birth of our daughter! I went into this birth as a VBAC mom and I knew that I wanted a natural birth… after a wild hospital experience during my last birth, I knew that I wanted something different this time around and I also knew that I needed a little bit of help to stay on track. When I went into labor she did everything in her power to keep me comfortable and was a perfect balance with my husband’s support. Both her and my husband complimented each other perfectly during my VERY long labor and crazy wild delivery. I also hired Kali to encapsulate my placenta as well as photograph my birth and I am VERY impressed with the quality of her work! When I was pushing out my daughter (a VBAC, by the way) Kali managed to get an incredible photograph of her crowning (and she was a face presentation birth) and it was incredible! The pictures of my birth are so beautiful and amazing. I can’t possibly recommend Kali enough! She has breeched the point of Doula and became a trusted friend as well… my husband and I will use her services for any future births as well. Thank you so so much, Kali!” – Brittany, 2nd-time mother
“I was blessed to have Kali Park come and stay with me and help out as a postpartum doula for 5 days after the birth of my second child. Even though my son was already 2 months old, I was experiencing severe postpartum depression and OCD symptoms and needed some extra help and encouragement. Kali helped out in many ways including; cleaning and organizing my home, preparing meals, entertaining my two year old, and helping me shop. The most important thing she did though, was provide a comforting, reassuring presence during the loneliest time in my life and confidently reassure me that things would get better and I would get better. She was right and I went on to have a 3rd child without postpartum depression and am now expecting my 4th! I am thankful to have had Kali’s support and would highly recommend her doula services!” – Kriya; 2nd time mom
“Having Kali on our team was a true blessing in every sense of the word. As a husband, it was a great relief to have someone in our corner that had been through the birth process many times before. Her experience and demeanor brought peace and clarity throughout the entire process. Having her there enhanced my role as a husband and allowed me to take better care of my wife. Before, during, and after the birth, she was there to support us in every way – the same way family would. We are forever appreciative for her role in the birth of our baby girl.” – Lance, 1st-time dad
“As newlyweds and expecting parents, my husband Paul and I wanted encouragement and support with our pregnancy. We found Kali through our midwifes clinic, and she became our doula and friend throughout the last 2 months of my pregnancy. She provided the answers and advice to any questions I had, and my husband was very happy with her straightforwardness in answering his questions. As the man, he often felt like he wasn’t experienced with all the pregnancy related topics, but Kali made him feel included in the entire birth. During my labor, she was extremely supportive, and was very calm and relaxed. It was wonderful to have the support when I was having contractions. If I needed a hot pack, water, or just to be left alone, she took care of it. Paul was with me during all the contractions expect one, which she helped me through. I felt assured that the birth would go well, and used several techniques she had shared with me in our prenatal appointments during my son’s birth. She encapsulated my placenta, and I’ve noticed a considerable difference in my emotions after the birth. My husband and I were very pleased with our birth experience, and agree that it would not have been the same without her support. She is a wonderful doula and we hope to use her with any future children God blesses us with.” -Shanna-Kaye, 1st-time mother
” I was in the hospital and I was about 22 hours into labor with my water broken. I was feeling the pressure of the doctors for sure when we discovered that my water had only partially broken, which was a huge praise. I looked over at Kali, and she was in tears. That was when I knew that not only was she there supporting my labor, she had been praying over us the whole time! That to me was so much more than I ever expected for a doula! I’m very thankful for her presence through it all!” – Ashley, 1st-time mother
“Kali’s instruction and reading material prior to labor helped me to understand how to have a positive natural birth experience. We had an 18 hour, back labor, all natural birth. During the labor Kali bought comfort, strength, and encouragement. Kali was there every step of the way giving me confidence and assurance. She helped make natural laboring a special experience that brought my husband and I closer together. I found her to be very personable and was so blessed to have her as my Doula. For our next child I am going to find Kali and have the baby near her or fly her out to us.” – Krista, 1st-time mother
“Thank you so much; you were a huge help!” -Angela, RN
“Kali was really helpful with this client. This was not an easy labor or birth and her assistance with back labor, physical support and positioning were of exceptional value. I hope we can work together again soon!” -Paige, CNM
“Kali, you were so great! I was happy to have you there. I was a little concerned that there wouldn’t be anything for you to do, just because of the way I am during labor. But I was so glad you were there. You helped me a lot with putting pressure on my back, getting things we needed, taking pictures and you had a very good sense of when to step in and when to stand back. I was very impressed! When Trey had trouble and we had to take him to the hospital, you even stayed and cleaned up for us. Thank you so much!” – Elfin, 3rd-time mother .
“As a Dad, I felt very included in the delivery of our child. I never felt like I was intruding or in the way, but I was treated as an important part of the whole experience for my wife”. -Jeff, father
“Having Kali as my labor doula was a very peaceful experience. My first labor experience in which I did not have a doula, was marked with regret for not standing up to the original birth plan I had desired. I knew that with my next labor, I wanted to have someone to help me through the labor with the pain management and sticking to my birth plan. Kali went above and beyond that. I chose to do a waterbirth, and she was with me through each part both in and out of the tub. She used many techniques to help soothe the pain of contractions and to remind me of my desires and help me make decisions according to the birth plan we had discussed. She had a wealth of knowledge that helped me feel secure and calm in the face of labor, which is often a confusing and sometimes overwhelming experience.” -LauRen, 2nd-time mother
“Having Kali as a doula at my second son’s birth made such a difference. I didn’t want much contact during labor, but having her there to support me and give me ideas and suggestions on how to relieve pain and handle the contractions really helped me get through my labor. She even helped my husband by suggesting ways he could help me which involved him more in then labor. Having Kali at the birth helped me and my husband have the birth experience we wanted!” -Kristen, 2nd-time mother
Birth Photography Testimonies
“Kali is one amazing photographer. She was able to catch all the special moments in the most challenging situation I could imagine any birth to be in. Knowing she was there documenting our baby’s birth through photography allowed us all to enjoy the experience without worrying about putting someone in charge of taking pictures. Her pictures are well worth the investment and we are honored to have had her photograph my two day journey through labor and delivery. ” -Nivine & Ali, 1st time parents.
“Hiring Kali as my birth photographer was easily one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy. In the midst of purchasing maternity photos and putting money down for newborn photos, I initially hesitated on the birth photography. I am SO glad I decided to go ahead with the birth photography; the pictures are absolutely priceless. Kali was very professional and kind, and I was so focused on labor that I honestly didn’t even know she was there. I didn’t have to wait weeks to see the photos like most photographers – Kali had them edited and in my inbox within days. Once I ordered my photos, they, once again, were at my door within a few days. Don’t leave such a precious day up to family members and their cameras. I highly recommend hiring Kali to capture every special moment.” -Jessica, 1st time mom
“Kali did such an amazing job capturing our home birth experience through photography. She knew when to be present and when to give us our space as a family. Her work is highly professional and she captured the moments that bring my husband and I to tears every time we see them! I personally loved how tasteful she kept the photos that could have been a bit more graphic. She also went the extra mile to get some good photos of the nursery that we had set up for our son, Remy. Knowing that she was there documenting the special moments allowed us to sit back and focus on the birthing experience. Thank you, Kali! Such a priceless gift.” -Brad & Ashley, 1st time parents
“This was my 3rd homebirth (4th natural birth) & I wanted to capture those first moments of life of my little one! Kali did an AMAZING job at doing just that for me! I worried some how it would be & whether having a “photographer” present would bother me while I labored… it didn’t bother me in the least! She was very professional & I hardly knew she was there. It was great all the way around! I highly recommend Kali to anyone who wants to capture those first few moments of life! It’s worth every penny & then some! Thanks Kali!” -Annette, 4th time mom
“Kali’s photography skills are wonderful. Her eye for capturing the heart and beauty of a birth shows in every single picture. She was calm and respectful during the labor/birth, taking care to document the most precious moments without being obtrusive. Most of the time I forgot she was there! Yet the memories that I have are now captured for a lifetime in sweet, beautiful photos that are still modest enough to share with family and friends. Thank you so much!” -Megan, 2nd-time mother
“I hired Kali Park with Mama Matters as my Birth Photographer and to encapsulate my placenta. My initial contact was through e-mail and she responded promptly. We immediately loved her as soon as we met her. We felt at ease as her babies were born at home and we were planning a natural birth at a freestanding birth center. She was a calming presence right from the start and I barely knew she was there taking pictures. I had a long, difficult labor that lasted all day. There was a point in my labor that was really intense where the midwives and Kali were all praying for me. Kali quoted scripture and it was a really powerful moment that I will never forget. I had an asynclitic baby and a stubborn cervix. I remember thinking that Kali would probably leave because it was just taking so long, but everytime I looked up she was there. I ended up transferring to the hospital for pitocin and epidural. My husband and Kali were both present at my birth. Kali negotiated with the hospital about the pictures she could take. She captured every single moment of my birth even though she was exhausted like the rest us. Kali did an amazing job!!” -Ashley, 1st-time mother