Testimonial for Elise Benoit
As first time parents, my husband and I were pretty overwhelmed. We had no idea what an "ideal labor experience" looked like and we felt like we didn't have much support at all. We decided to hire Elise due to the glowing reviews and her warm personality. What struck us from the get go was Elise's expertise. She's very well educated and well versed in all things pregnancy, labor and postnatal care.
Elise was 100% accessible. I could text her any time and she would get right back to me. She would even check up on me every time I would voice a concern. She truly is the perfect advocate.
My labor experience was wonderful. My water broke in the early morning and I started having contractions in the afternoon. Once the contractions became intense, Elise came over to my house and helped me into positions to help relieve the back labor I was experiencing. She let me labor for a little while and monitored my contractions, she then helped me make the decision to go to the hospital. By the time I was at the hospital, I was already around 8 cm dilated. Elise got me to that point. I spent about two or so hours at the hospital and then pushed my beautiful baby boy out with Elise's encouragement.
I have to say, I really don't think I could have had a natural birth without Elise. Once you are in that Transition stage of labor, all bets are off. However, she helped me into different positions and into the tub and we utilized non-pharmacological pain relief. I was up walking around the room an hour later. What an incredible journey!
Elise continues to offer her support to this day with breastfeeding and any other issues or concerns I may have. She is truly one of those people who has a calling. If you are on the fence about the investment, you should just go ahead. It is money well spent for the peace of mind and support of bringing a new life into this crazy world.
-Perdita Leaman
March 11, 2021
Elise Benoit
Elise Benoit Doula Services, A Brighter Birth
Birth Fee: $1800
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
