Testimonial for Elizabeth Oldham CD(DONA), HCHD, HBCE
Working with Liz was one of the best decisions my husband and I made during my pregnancy! I had a good feeling about her from the moment we met -- she is incredibly warm, empathetic, positive, and calm -- all of the qualities you need in a doula.
She was exceptionally helpful during my final trimester -- discussing the birth process and my concerns about it in detail, recommending wonderful practicioners (excellent chiropractic and acupuncture help), helping me refine my birth preferences sheet, and checking in regularly to make sure we felt positive and prepared. We also took her comprehensive one-day class, which did a wonderful job of covering how labor may progress and providing very helpful pain management techniques.
During the actual birth, Liz's help was invaluable. I ended up with a last-minute induction for medical reasons, and struggled emotionally to wrap my head around the change of plans. Liz was instrumental in helping my husband and I remain positive about the experience (I was very apprehensive about Pitocin, for example, and Liz gave me the confidence to realize I could still fulfill my goal of laboring without pain meds). Throughout labor she provided much-needed support for my husband as well, making sure he was able to get quick breaks to eat and working with him to make sure I always had someone I trusted by my side. Liz had great attention to detail, and provided thoughtful touches to help me relax despite the somewhat tense circumstances -- she even set up battery operated tealights so that I could shower in a spa-like environment! She worked seamlessly and collaboratively with the nurses and my OBs -- in fact, my doctor (who was initially skeptical of doulas) even asked for her card, which I thought was a remarkable testament to Liz's skill.
I could go on and on...I truly appreciate all of her support, and can't recommend Liz highly enough!
-Katherine Ramish
April 24, 2016
Elizabeth Oldham CD(DONA), HCHD, HBCE
Balanced Birth Support
Birth Fee: $1200 to $3500
Postpartum Rate: $50 to $55
