Testimonial for Elan Eddington
Before the birth of my first child, several friends recommended getting a doula, but I thought that a doula would be redundant with my midwife. But despite wanting a natural birth, I was induced, shocked by the pain, and ended up with an epidural. For my second, I wanted to do it differently. Elan was recommended by my midwife, and my husband and I were both instantly comfortable around her; there was no question that she would be the perfect doula for us. In our first meeting, Elan suggested self hypnosis for childbirth. That and working with Elan completely changed my orientation towards childbirth. By my due date, I was looking forward to the birth with excitement. We anticipated that I would need to be induced at 42 weeks, since I had been with my first, and Elan met with me and my midwife to decide on a plan and contingencies. It was so nice to have someone experienced there who knew what questions to ask. I was induced at 42 weeks, and Elan was amazing through the whole birth. She was hands on, using massage and other tools to keep me comfortable. Even better, she guided my husband with suggestions for ways that he could help me so that we were able to share the birth experience together, facilitated by Elan. She was great at suggesting positions and asking if I wanted to use my hypnoscripts, but was also supportive when I had strong feelings about positions or activities. She also knew about hidden tools in the delivery room (when I wanted to labor on my side, she dug out a peanut ball to support that, something we wouldn't have otherwise known about). I was able to have the natural birth of my dreams, even with my 10 lbs, 6 oz baby! I still, 3 months later, daydream about the experience. It was truly the most empowering experience of my life, and I could not have done it without Elan's knowledge and support. She is an exceptional human, and I feel so lucky to have had her help us in this important moment for our family.
-Rebecca
January 08, 2020
Elan Eddington
Better Idaho Births Doula Services CD(DONA)
Birth Fee: $800 to $1000
