After my son's birth, I was reeling from how incredible my birth journey was. I heard so many horror stories from friends and family about how their birthing days went. I was appalled for them. Most were pushed around by hospital staff, forced into unnecessary c-sections or just completely unaware of what options they had! I became determined to be an advocate for women who want to feel validated and that they can birth the way they choose. I wanted to be able to provide a beautiful experience, to anyone who desired it. Having my son empowered me to help other women have the birth of their dreams. I strive for a smooth, calm process, free from stress, judgement and fear. Whether it be at home, a birth center or hospital, all natural, medicated or planned c-sections, I believe that women should be able to do things their own way. Because each and every woman, birth and baby is different, I take pride in supporting you, however you choose to proceed. Hospitals can get confusing, nurses/OB's can get impatient, let me be your advocate through this journey. Let me help you, do you. Let's birth the way that you want.
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts (2013)
Birth Doula Certification, DONA (2024)
The Doula Network
National Baby Co
Medi-cal Provider
TRICARE Provider
English
I like to meet with my clients at least twice before labor (virtually or in-person) to make sure we are all on the same page and ensure that I can support you as best as possible. Once contracted, I commit to my clients and their family. I am an In-Network Provider with Medi-cal and TRICARE. I also work with many clients to help secure reimbursement with insurance companies. I'd truly love to help you have the best birth experience you hope for.
Betsy is genuine and always there for me when I needed her. I had issues with my first doula because she hardly responded to my texts and questions and Betsy without hesitation became my new doula. She made sure to reach out all the time and made me feel like i really did have support. Some people are genuinely passionate about what they do and Betsy definitely is one of them.
- Vivian L.
Betsy was absolutely incredible during my birthing time and I cannot recommend her enough as a doula! From the moment we first spoke she was so knowledgeable and made me feel confident in my choices. Betsy was there for me throughout my pregnancy whenever I needed to talk or just answer a question here and there. Even though my birth didn’t go according to plan she was right there with me every step of the way from laboring at home to being transferred to the hospital from our birth center. My baby had been in an optimal position for weeks and then flipped sunny side up as soon as labor started. Betsy was so helpful with my horrible back labor doing hip squeezes, tens unit, using a massage gun, and helping me with the miles circuit to try to flip my baby around. When I wasn’t progressing it was recommended I go to the hospital to get an epidural to get my body to relax which was an absolute no no in my birth plan because I wanted an all natural water birth. But if it weren’t for Betsy recommending the best hospital ever (Saddleback Memorial Care in Laguna Hills) I don’t think my birth would have ended as positively. She knew how well they take care of people there and I honestly don’t know what we would have done without her guidance. Even though it wasn’t the birth I had envisioned I ended up having the best experience and unplanned C-section at that hospital. I know that we did everything we could to try to flip my baby. Turns out he was 9lbs 12oz and I am very thankful that I did not have to push him out. I truly cannot say enough great things about Betsy she is kind and compassionate with a plethora of knowledge about birth and breastfeeding. If you are looking for a doula look no further!
- Madison B.
Betsy was a God-sent doula. She was exactly the presence I needed in my birth and brought an atmosphere of joy (can you believe we were LAUGHING in between contractions sometimes?! I can't!). It was exactly what I needed in the moment and when things got hard, she knew how to just rub my back or emphasize with me. She was on top of every single thing from timing contractions to making sure we were staying in touch with the midwife and providing updates. She was supportive in every way. I would not have wanted to do this birth without her!
- Michelle C.
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