Testimonial for Elise Benoit
Elise was an invaluable part of my birth experience. This was my first time giving birth. She was so helpful leading up to delivery, by providing me with important information on how to best prepare for my experience. She helped to educate my whole family about what we were getting ourselves into! Her calm demeaner and knowledgable suggestions put us at ease prior to Ruby Lee's arrival. On the day of Ruby's birth, Elise's coaching ensured I had the birth I wanted. Against my best wishes, I had to be induced. Elise ensured that in spite of that, I was able to walk the hallways, use the tub, the stool, basically everything I had on my birth plan. One of my favorite memories from that day is the conversation we had while doing walking lunges between contractions. Elise gave me the confidence to give birth without the assistance of an epidural. She made the environment calm and soothing. She gave my husband tips on how best to support me during labor (and saved him from tasks he was less than comfortable performing.) Following Ruby's birth, Elise was available for questions and continued to support us in our postpartum journey. Hiring Elise as my doula was one of the best decisions I made during pregnancy. My whole family is grateful for her support.
-Mary-Curtis Powell
October 30, 2018
Elise Benoit
Elise Benoit Doula Services, A Brighter Birth
Birth Fee: $1600
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $40
