“Having Elise at our birth was one of the single best decisions we made for the experience, and definitely a choice that we would choose every time over. Elise is a remarkable presence to have at a birth. She brings the comfort and experience of a mother, the patience and tranquility of a gifted curator of a birth's particular space and time, and the knowledge of a nursing student---just a fully equipped doula with extra bonus points for days.

From our very first meeting in my third trimester, Elise showed up prepared, guiding us with questions that gave us a better vision of our own expectations. As first time parents we were unsure what we should even ask her, but by the end of that initial meeting we had the blueprint of a birth plan.

As soon as she arrived at our birth, my contractions amped up and like magic she approached the panic of my discomfort and brought immediate calm to my surrounds. As a first time mom, I was inexperienced in childbirth and when I think plainly about how I got through the entire process, Elise is a vision I hold throughout.

Beyond her immaculate presence at our birth, Elise offered placenta encapsulation, which felt like it made my postnatal care package complete. She also, with our direction, took beautiful photos of our birth. These became images that will forever commemorate the utmost important event of our lives so far.

There are many words I could keep using to gush over Elise. If you have found your way to her services in this most precious time of life, take it as yet another sign that the universe is conspiring very well on your behalf.

Thank you from the richest place in our hearts, where our baby Rio lives and breathes. We are grateful to you forever! <3 <3 <3”