My husband and I weren't sure at first about hirign a doula so we decided to interview EVERY single doula in our area to see if we could find the perfect fit. Elan struck my husband and I with her calm, and sweet nature from that very first interview. We decided to hire her, (espcially for her hypno-babies training) and never looked back. Every prenatal appointment was PERFECT! She respected my decisions, and supported choices I was making that seemed very controversal to the rest of my family. (I have a more natural and holistic approach.) I texted, emailed, and facebooked her often with questions and concerns, that she was always quick to respond to. She lent me books, and helped me find the reseach sources I craved. When my son decided to start coming in the middle of the night, Elan was there in thirty minutes. She quickly and calmly helped me through each pressure wave until it was time to go to the birthing center. She went with us in our car so she could sit with me in the back seat and apply pressure to my lower back through each pressure wave. She helped soothe my nerves, and calm my voice.tone, and breathing so I could focus on getting through each wave. Once we arrived at the birth center she continued to help me in this manner, and also stroked my hair, walked me through all my peace cues, and helped emotionally and phsycologically get through every hard spot. I honestly cannot say enough to express how truly grateful I am for her. Even my husband told me that hireing a doula was the best money we spent on the entire birth experience! She is a true gem, and I will treasure my expeirience with her forever. If you're not sure about hireing a doula, PLEASE CALL ELAN! We would hire her again in a heartbeat!
-Jessica Peterson
January 06, 2016
Better Idaho Births Doula Services CD(DONA)
Birth Fee: $800 to $1000