Student Doula, CPR Trainer, and owner of Bearing Beside Doula Services LLC.
Student Doula, CPR Trainer, and owner of Bearing Beside Doula Services LLC.
Birth & Postpartum Clients
“Receiving support from Bethany during our prenatal, labor and delivery, and postnatal journey provided my daughter the opportunity to not only arrive into the world with love, joy, and community but also receive that support before and after her birth. Bethany supported me in having the intuitive and embodied birth that I desired to have, especially when hospital staff were trying to force aggressive interventions on me within moments of arriving at the hospital. Bethany helped me advocate for myself until my actual doctor was able to get there and address the problematic hospital staff. All in all, deciding to receive support from Bethany was the greatest decision I could have made for our family. I recommend Bethany to any birther who wants to be seen, believed, and supported in their prenatal, birthing, and postnatal experience.”
“Once it was go time and my wife was in labor, Bethany offered priceless support and even contributed to my wife and child still being alive as the hospital staff were problematic. During the labor and delivery process Bethany was great at offering moments for my wife and I to check in with each other to make sure I was offering the type of support and engagement my wife desired which helped me be more comfortable since it was our first birthing experience. I otherwise would probably have felt unsure of how to be supportive and unaware of how I could check in with my wife without distracting her as she focused on bringing our daughter safely into the world.”
— Lori & Nate, first time parents
“The most valuable aspect of her care was guiding me in creating a birth plan and providing a template for doing so. Although baby was unexpectedly born very quickly at home unassisted, the process of creating a written birth plan made me more confident in discussing my preferences before the birth (such as not being induced if possible although I had gestational diabetes) and communicating my preferences for the baby’s care after birth. Her support in the recovery room was also very valuable as baby and I were taken to the hospital by ambulance after the birth at home and Bet was able to arrive to support me before my husband could get there.”
— Katherine, second time mother
“Bethany was very nice and so easy to work with! She was accommodating of our schedule, especially since I contacted her basically at the last minute. She was helpful in giving us tips and information during our consultation. Unfortunately my hospital was not allowing a second person in the delivery room so we didn’t get to use her in person, but I would recommend to anyone interested!”
— Stephanie & Brian, second time parents
“Bethany is an awesome doula who really makes you feel at ease. I immediately felt like she was more of a friend than a doula, and she did an amazing job both caring for me, and my little one. I could tell she really cared about us, and we weren't just another client to her.”
— Lindsey, first time mom
First Aid/CPR/AED Clients
“Bethany made learning CPR fun. She was prompt, well prepared and willing to answer any questions/ concerns we had.”
— Danielle, First Aid/CPR/AED client
“Bethany was great! The videos are awesome. Nice to be in a small group with own mannequins during Covid season.”
“Bethany was a thorough and patient teacher who answered our many questions. I feel much more confident in my ability to address an emergency situation after taking this course.”
— Adria M, First Aid/CPR/AED client
“Bethany was really nice and very informative. She made everything clear!”
— Brenda K, First Aid/CPR/AED client
— Lina M, First Aid/CPR/AED client
“I feel like I learned a lot in two hours. And am thankful for the hands on experience and explanations.”
“Bethany was awesome, kind, and so helpful for my tons of questions!”
— Georgia, First Aid/CPR/AED client
— Elli, First Aid/CPR/AED client