Would I recommend Elaine Allen as your Doula - HECK YES! My husband and I both have said countless times since our son was born how we could not have done it without her. The way Elaine handled herself in the 14 hours she helped us through labor was in a way full of grace and wisdom. She was gentle and kind but yet had ideas to help change things and push us along. She knew when something needed to change based on the situation. She knew when to call the doctor/midwife. She knew when to step away and yet when to come back in. She was PERFECT. Her wisdom was priceless, her back rubs - priceless, her prayers - PRICELESS. She could not have handled herself in a more perfect way for us. So, yes - if you're questioning whether a doula is 'worth it' or whether Elaine is that doula for you - I would shout it from the roof tops "YES".
-Amelia Daul
November 16, 2015
Masa Doula Services
Birth Fee: $1200 to $1400
Postpartum Rate: $30