Working with Lindsay was such a pleasure!
We recently had our fourth child, in a new state, and decided to try working with a doula to have a natural birth in the hospital (we've never had a doula!). We really wanted a doula to help us navigate the medical system in SC while having support with someone like-minded. We found Lindsay, she was quick to respond and called me the next day. She’s enthusiastic and has such a passion for helping women.
Lindsay was easily available through email, phone call, or texting, which I appreciate! We were in the process of switching my OBGYN/hospital when I went into labor at 36 weeks and ended up going to the original hospital, a little over an hour away from Lindsay. I had told Lindsay that one doctor I spoke to at a previous OB appointment said that doulas were not allowed (part of the reason I wanted to switch!), but that early morning after I decided to go in, she went above and beyond—she called the hospital and asked if she could attend alongside my husband and I. She messaged me back with the great news that she was able to! So, we had Lindsay IN PERSON at our birth (she drove that hour to be there!)! She was so encouraging and helpful in suggesting different positions to try. Ultimately, her muscles came in super handy for hip squeezes during every contraction! :)
All in all, we would HIGHLY recommend Lindsay if you are looking for a doula who is energetic, enthusiastic, can help make informed decisions, has a network of like minded people, and is knowledgeable in all things birth related! This was the BEST birth experience we've ever had, my husband agrees. It's amazing how the body heals so well after a natural birth! If we ever have another one—I’d hire Lindsay all over again! In the meantime, I’ll recommend her to everyone I know who are having babies. :) Thanks Lindsay for helping us have a great birth experience!
-Erin Van Malsen
May 29, 2021
Graceful Beginnings Birth and More
Birth Fee: $1000