Betsy Pool
Betsy Pool
Betsy Pool
About me
My passion as a doula is empowering pregnant women to take control of their prenatal preparation. I learned with my first pregnancy that birth is a huge physical feat, so I give you tools and simple movement exercises (that I wish I had back then!) which will train and balance your body specifically for the task at hand: pregnancy, birth, and recovery. I hired a doula for my first two births and I was SO grateful for that decision!! I gave birth at a free-standing birth center, with the support of her and my spouse. If it wasn't for my doula, I know I would not have made it through the marathon of labor! I came away feeling supported and strong. I was certified as a doula in 2016 and then in 2022 trained as a Body Ready Method Pro & Childbirth Educator. My wish is for everyone to be able to bring their baby into the world feeling supported, cared for, and prepared. I believe in the empowerment that comes from taking charge of your own labor which reveals a deeper strength you didn't know was there. You deserve a strong support system so that you can have a beautiful birth experience.
Education
Bachelor of Elementary Education (2007)
Certification and training
Birth Doula Certification, Childbirth International (2016)
Memberships and affiliations
Certified BRM Pro & Childbirth Educator
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Languages
English
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Service introduction
I'm a professional birth coach that provides emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. I give you tools and simple movement exercises (that I wish I had for my first birth) which will train and balance your body specifically for the task at hand: pregnancy, birth, and recovery.
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Ratings and reviews
We hired Betsy for labor and delivery support early in pregnancy upon the advice of some friends, and was it ever good advice! Betsy is kind, a good listener, and full of compassionate advice earned from her professional training, her on-the-job years as a doula, and her own experiences as a mother of 4. She took the time to understand our circumstances and questions, and offered lots of education and reassurance at our prenatal meetings. She helped us articulate the birth plan we hoped for and even attended a prenatal OB checkup with us. The day before baby was born, Betsy was only a detailed text away, advising us from the onset of labor and through late-stage contractions with us at home before helping decide when to go to the hospital and aiding us there too. She helped us physically manage contractions at the hospital and navigate decision-making late in labor. Less than 3 hours later, we were holding our baby! Her presence, plus the very useful labor prep classes hosted by her and her doula partners, helped me build strength for the natural no-meds birth I hoped for! She supported me AND my spouse, especially so during labor, all along the way, staying with us a few hours postpartum too. She shared kind gifts and visited us at home days later, and continues to provide guidance and camaraderie at a weekly mom’s group. I strongly recommend Betsy’s doula services to all!
- Jennifer K.
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