Reviews & Testimonials

Yukiko
Birth & Postpartum
Feb 2023
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"We cannot thank Elyse enough for all her help as birth and postpartum doula for our first baby. She made sure my husband and I felt prepared and ready going into labour, and her emotional and practical support were invaluable when it ended in an emergency c-section. She is knowledgeable, warm, and an absolute pleasure to work with."

Alexandra
Birth & Postpartum 
Dec 2022
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"We started our journey with Elyse doing prenatal work when I was about 6-months pregnant. She was great in helping us prepare for labour and delivery, preparing a birth plan and educating both my husband and I on how to advocate for ourselves in the hospital.

We continued with Elyse once our baby boy was born and she has been an amazing doula since day-1. Teaching us everything from how to bath our little guy to helping with feeding, swaddling and sleeping techniques.

We are so thrilled with all the knowledge and support we have received from Elyse, and couldn't recommend her more! We continue to work with her, and our little guy is now almost 3-months old!"

Priscilla
Birth & Postpartum
Nov 2022
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"Elyse provided an amazing service as our birth and postpartum doula. We were still working towards a birth plan when my water broke early, unexpectedly. Even though it was not yet within the contracted on-call period with Elyse, she answered our phone call right away in the middle of the night and met us at the hospital. She was there supporting us through a long multi-day labor that ended with an unplanned c-section, and waited for the operation to be over to help us with golden hour and the first breastfeeding. Needless to say we were all running on fumes but she never left our side. Her dedication is phenomenal. We found it so helpful to have a knowledgeable third person present for the decisions we had to make during the birth. Afterwards during postpartum she came to help us a few times and was up to doing anything we needed. She is super down to earth, personable and flexible and we felt very comfortable working with her through the whole process. Thanks Elyse!"

Michael
Postpartum Client
Oct 2022
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"Elyse provides great care to both mom and baby, she is resourceful and had keep knowledge in postpartum care."

Cara
Birth & Postpartum
Sep 2022
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"I had a beautiful experience with Elyse as my doula. I had a challenging first pregnancy with every symptom in the book and knew I wanted a doula to help me navigate both my pregnancy and birthing experiences. Elyse was perfect- when I met her for our first yoga class she was so calm and grounded she instantly made me feel that way too. Though I had planned to labour at home I ended up having an induction, and Elyse’s presence at the hospital made me feel so at ease - I was able to breathe through everything with her at my side, knowing I could get through them because we had prepared together. During my labour Elyse knew what I needed without me even saying it - she kept me warm, comfortable, and most importantly, calm. Being able to debrief my birthing experience afterwards with her was also so helpful to process my memories and emotions. I then ended up hiring Elyse to do help me with my baby in the early months - this was perfect as I wasn’t comfortable leaving her with many people yet and my husband had returned to work. Elyse was so gentle and patient with my fussy newborn, it was so good for me to be able to take a break in those moments and I couldn’t have done that without her. Elyse is so great at what she does - pregnancy and childbirth can be such unpredictable experiences, so if you’re thinking about having a doula, you won’t regret hiring Elyse. She will definitely put your mind and heart at ease!"

Niharika
Birth & Postpartum 
Mar 2022
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"My midwife recommended Elyse as a birth and Postpartum doula. Going with Elyse as my doula was the best decision I made.

Elyse spent multiple sessions before my delivery to go over a detailed birth plan. She explained the different options I had during labor. We agreed that she would be my advocate during labour to avoid unnecessary medical interventions and make sure I had a safe delivery. We created a good plan based on my vision of the birth experience. Elyse was an excellent doula during my labour. I delivered the baby in 2 hours of reaching the hospital. My birth experience was pleasant and not nerve wracking, thanks to her.

I also called her after my delivery to help with the baby. Elyse massaged my baby so well that the baby slept for hours after the massage. She is also a certified yoga instructor and we did a yoga session for me as well. She is easy going, understanding, fun and is ready to do anything to help a postpartum mom out. Plus she totally understands a new mommy's brains! I have already recommended her to my friends."

Ashwini 
Postpartum Client
Feb 2022
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"Elyse worked with us for first baby and she was so attentive and available to help. She prioritizes the mother’s needs and is available to support the baby with age appropriate activities and for sleep/naps. She was available to support with soothing the baby and has always been attentive to learning how the baby is and what the baby needs.
She helped us meal prep, chop produce, organize breastmilk in the freezer and do grocery runs. She also helped organize the baby’s laundry.
She’s been of great help during the pandemic when we couldn’t have family with us and is great to have as company. Will recommend working with her any day."

Maria 
Postpartum Client
Feb 2022
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"We had Elyse work with us after our third daughter was born back in April 2022 and it was the best decision we made. Having been a seasoned mama I wasn't sure if we really needed a postpartum doula but the experience she provided me as well as my whole family is one we will never forget.  She is calming, reassuring, and nurturing.  My girls just took to her and it provided me with much needed rest and ease of mind.  Without reservations I recommend Art of Tula."