Testimonial for Elise Benoit
My husband and I chose Elise after hearing about her family background and belief in education. We knew she was the right fit because we sought an educated and informed experience as we anticipated the arrival of our first daughter. After getting to know me better and understanding my desires for my birth experience, Elise was able to offer invaluable advice to help me achieve the experience I sought. She was always there at the other end of a phone call or text to offer her expertise on everything from first-time mom pregnancy insecurities to 12 hour bouts of prodromal labor. Once my real labor commenced, Elise worked with me over the phone since she was navigating another client's birth (thank you, drop in the barometric pressure, for bringing all the babies at once!) Thankfully, she was able to be with me when I got to the hospital the next afternoon. If it wasn't for Elise and the rest of my excellent team, I'm certain I wouldn't have been able to achieve the unmedicated birth experience I planned. She was a coach for me as well as my advocate and communicator with the midwives. I couldn't have asked for better support than what I got from Elise! Postpartum, Elise was an advocate and resource during my struggle with breastfeeding. Thanks to her support and wealth of knowledge, I went from giving up on breastfeeding entirely to being able to breastfeed my daughter and supplement with formula. My husband and I would highly recommend Elise if you are looking for a kind-hearted coach who is a wealth of knowledge, an excellent communicator, and an invaluable supporter.
-Kathleen Holderied
November 19, 2020
Elise Benoit
Elise Benoit Doula Services, A Brighter Birth
Birth Fee: $1600
Postpartum Rate: $35 to $40
