“Liz is an amazing doula and I would highly recommend her!  After a previous traumatic birth experience, I had a lot of anxiety leading up to another delivery. She helped me move past my fears and make a plan to feel prepared and positive that this birth experience would be different. Liz was very friendly and easy to talk to, she really made me feel at ease. She put in the effort to get to know me on a personal basis and it felt like she was an old friend coming alongside me for the journey.  Liz was completely open, flexible and supportive of my birth choices.  She did research and provided evidence based resources to help me make the best decisions about my birth preferences. She went above and beyond my expectations to help me feel prepared.  She was easily accessible for questions before and during early labour.  She attended the labour and delivery, where she supported us for many hours and ensured that I was well-informed and cared for throughout the process.  Her extra support allowed me to have a beautiful and well supported birth experience this time around.  I cannot thank her enough!  She is well suited to this type of work and she is a wonderful support for so many families!”

A, Birth Client

“Thank you so much for everything yesterday. It was amazing having your support and an extra set of hands and thoughts on so many things we would not have thought about. I think if we didn't have you at ELAU, the day could have run a very different course because we were both a little traumatized at that experience. Knowing what I know now, I am laughing at the thought that I didn't know if I would need/want the extra support. It was so nice to have you for consistent support and answering our questions.”

L, Birth Client

“I’m so glad you were a part of the journey. Before, during and after birth. Seriously Liz, you been such a great support! I think I mentioned I wasn’t sure about inviting a doula be a part of his birth, given the intimacy of it all, but I couldn’t be happier that we did and that we chose you. I’m so grateful that his birth was such a joyful, calm and empowering experience. It was everything we could have hoped for and nothing like we imagined.”

J, Birth Client

“My partner and I looked at each other multiple times during our postpartum stay at the IWK and the following weeks at home and said "Having Liz join our childbirth experience was one of the best decisions we've ever made". It's difficult to look back on the whole process and imagine it without her. 

Liz met us where we were, remembered the most subtle things from our pre-birth conversations, and helped us create a set of preferences and wishes that allowed us to stay focused and grounded while we welcomed our daughter into the world.

Liz was such a valuable asset and truly became an ally and an advocate for us and our child, which is what we needed most when all we could do was think about keeping her and my partner safe and healthy.

Lastly, having her to help us come out of the experience with an objective look at what happened really helped us reaffirm our decision to contract a doula, and that our work and planning leading up to the birth really made a difference.

M, Husband of Birth Client

Liz is a beautiful soul and fantastic doula. She provided helpful information pre and post birth and was quick to respond to any questions throughout my experience with her. Liz was with me during my birth and coached me through a long period of early labour at home.

My husband and I then met her at the hospital where she provided calm support through breathing techniques, position ideas, encouragement, massage, etc. As a newcomer in Canada and having my third baby after 8 years, I was having this baby in a new country- my birth experience was more positive and manageable than I had expected. 

The doula support definitely helped make the experience more calm, comfortable and empowering. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Liz as a doula to anyone looking for additional support pre, post and during the birth.

B, Birth Client

Liz exceeded all my expectations as a doula! Not only did she provide the comfort and support I initially sought, with massages and holding my hands during delivery, but she went above and beyond. Her constant availability through SMS chat, visits, and updates on her summer plans showed her dedication.

Liz's knowledge and positive energy were truly invaluable. She bridged the gap when my husband had to tend to our older children and even ensured he didn't miss the crucial moment of delivery by keeping him informed during my active labor. Her hospital visit to keep me company was incredibly thoughtful. Liz's remarkable skill with newborns was evident when my baby had a peaceful bath time with her. 

Having Liz Burns in my life was a blessing at that point. Thank you for being more than a doula; your presence made a world of difference. We hold a special place for you in our hearts!

B, Birth Client

I wanted to send you a proper reply that could capture all of the things I was feeling and my gratitude for you.

Some events in my life have felt meant to be, and getting to meet and work with you on this journey was surely one of them. YOU are special,  and I have a deep appreciation for who you are and how you offer your gifts to the world. 

THANK YOU for being there for us, Liz. For caring to understand my challenges and concerns, and preparing us in such a way that we could confidently walk into the hospital a few days ago feeling ready and supported. Being a doula is a real calling, and I can't imagine anyone else having been a better fit for us. You are amazing. 

We look forward to seeing you again soon, too. Sending you a big hug and heaps of gratitude.

S, Birth Client

When I was pregnant with my second child, I won a silent auction item worth 8 hours of Doula care with Liz. Since my husband and I have no family or support in the area, I decided to use the time for postpartum care when my husband returned to work from parental time off. Even just a few hours a week with Liz providing in home support for things like light cleaning and simply holding the baby for a little while, allowed me to relax and have a bit of “me time”. I also used the time to get ahead on some of the other tasks on the household to do list (my toddler keeps that list full)! Liz is so knowledgeable, caring, and lovely to have around that I’ve since decided to hire her for more visits while my husband is away for work. Plus, my baby will be happy because he loves Liz snuggles!

J, Postpartum Client

"It really struck me that you told them that I could do it and to wait before doing further interventions. I'm sure if you weren't there they would have carried out interventions and (partner) and I would not have been able to do anything about it all. I didn't even think that I could do it but somehow you knew I could and I did. That's so so special and you should be so proud."

S, Birth Client

“Liz was an extremely important part of welcoming the newest addition to our family.  She was a key part of the support system we set up to achieve a positive birth experience this time, after my wife experienced a difficult birth last time.  She is kind, caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable.  Liz brought a comfort level to us, knowing that she would be there to support us through all aspects of the process.  She is honest, motivated and hardworking.  She was always prepared and accessible to us.  We are very thankful that she was able to help us through this birth and making this a positive experience for us all.”

M, Husband of Birth Client

“Hiring Liz to be my doula was the best decision I ever made. This was my fifth pregnancy and I was really hoping to be able to have a positive experience this time. Liz was so easy to talk to, she is so kind and calming. My baby was breech and that brought a lot of worry and complications. I left most prenatal appointments in tears but Liz would call me right away and calm me down and help me be more positive. She went above and beyond making phone calls and doing everything she could to help me get the outcome I wanted for my birth. She was there every step of the way and she made me feel so supported. I was able to have the birth that I wanted. It was an amazing experience and I will be forever grateful.”

M, Birth Client

We are beyond grateful to have had Liz as our doula, especially as first-time parents. She was super knowledgeable, prepared, and kind. She knew so many of the staff at the IWK hospital which really helped to put us at ease. There was no way I could have gotten through such a long labour and still had a natural delivery if it weren't for her support. And having Liz check in at the postpartum visits was a huge reassurance. It is a pleasure when you get to work with someone who obviously loves what they do. We can't recommend her highly enough! 

S, Birth Client

We are beyond grateful to have had Liz as our doula, especially as first-time parents. She was super knowledgeable, prepared, and kind. She knew so many of the staff at the IWK hospital which really helped to put us at ease. There was no way I could have gotten through such a long labour and still had a natural delivery if it weren't for her support. And having Liz check in at the postpartum visits was a huge reassurance. It is a pleasure when you get to work with someone who obviously loves what they do. We can't recommend her highly enough! 

S, Birth Client

“During our prenatal sessions with Liz, she talked through the physiology of birth with us in accessible language and took the time to provide invaluable support to both my husband and I. This included practical physical support, a sense of calm, and decision making resources.  We particularly appreciated the care she took to listen to and answer my husband's concerns and questions – something which had been absent in our prenatal appointments with medical providers.  Liz's help with birth planning allowed us to feel more prepared when a late-stage diagnosis of a pregnancy complication required a change of birth location and a transfer of health care provider.  Her support enabled us to go into labour with a sense of confidence around birth and our own abilities to advocate and make informed choices.  Working with Liz before, during, and after the birth empowered our confidence in birth and in new parenting.”

H, Birth Client

We hired Liz to be our doula to help bring our beautiful baby boy into the world in November 2023. Liz brought a calming and reassuring presence into our pregnancy and birth journey. As I am someone who struggles with mental health Liz was very attentive to my specific needs and it was immensely comforting to know that we had someone on our team who could advocate for them during our birth. She put in extra care to learn about my mental health and some of the health concerns they had found our son had in vitro, furthering our trust and confidence in Liz. Our delivery didn’t go as expected, but Liz was present and supportive throughout. I found my post partum visit with Liz and check ins to be incredibly valuable in reflecting and working through some of the feelings I had surrounding the birth. Having Liz added to our journey in only a positive way and we are very grateful for that! 

A, Birth Client

“Liz was an invaluable support to us during our labour and delivery.  I had a long labour that ended with an unplanned C-section… there were a lot of surprises and decisions to navigate and my partner and I were so grateful to have her support and guidance.  Following the birth of our son it was so reassuring to know she was only a text or a phone call away with any questions or concerns we might have.  We also highly recommend her postpartum doula support to help things feel a little less chaotic in the first few months and provide mom (and dad) with the nourishment and rest they need!!  Liz is so kind and caring and we will always remember and appreciate her role in welcoming our son.”

M & J, Birth Clients

“Liz has left us absolutely speechless with her unwavering support during the birth of our first child. From the moment we met her, we were instantly put at ease by her genuine care and dedication to our well-being.

Her gentle approach perfectly aligned with our dreams and desires for the birth experience. With Liz by our side, we were able to realize our birthing wishes, and she has become a cherished friend for life.

Without a doubt, Liz will be an integral part of all our future births. We are forever grateful.”

E, Birth Client

“Thank you so much for all of your warm help as we welcomed C to the world and promoted M to big brother! You really went above and beyond, and we are so appreciative! On top of keeping us all fed and rested, we were blown away by your thoughtfulness like the cookie cutters for M, candles/matches for the jack o’lantern, cups of tea, notepad for lists etc. etc. We also loved all the great toddler/parenting hacks/ideas and the easy conversation. We’ve been truly able to enjoy the newborn phase (crazy!) thanks to you. Your kids are lucky to have such an amazing mom. Wishing you all the best with your business and the births ahead. You are awesome!”

E, Postpartum Client

I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have had Liz as my postpartum doula during the challenging and often overwhelming postpartum period. With no family in town and a partner with a demanding work schedule, I was filled with anxiety about my recovery and caring for my newborn.

Liz seamlessly managed a multitude of tasks, from helping with laundry and household chores to holding my precious baby when I needed a moment to rest. Her calming presence allowed me to grab a shower and few extra moments of sleep, which felt like pure gold during those early, sleep-deprived days.

Not only did Liz help with the practical aspects of postpartum life, but she also offered guidance and wisdom on infant care, breastfeeding, and self-care. Her wealth of knowledge and her gentle, non-judgmental approach were invaluable to me as a first-time mom.

M, Postpartum Client

“What struck me most about Liz was the incredible gentleness she brought to our conversations. I was intimidated by my first birth, and her gentle way of hearing and responding to my concerns helped to make the last months of my pregnancy a time of joyful anticipation, rather than fearful dread. When the birth came earlier than expected and with some complications, Liz was an invaluable support as I processed my grief at the loss of the birth I had envisioned, and was reconciled to the hand I had been dealt. Her calm is infectious, and was exactly what I needed.”

A, Birth Client

"Thank you we would literally be lost without you. It's been so difficult to navigate around every single corner with the healthcare system, as it so lacks in emotional support and effective communication. We were talking about it today and thinking about where we would be right now without you. I really feel like very few other people other than my best friend understand me the way you showed me you did throughout this process. We were so nervous of inviting someone into our birth in case it didn’t work out. But it did and we are so so grateful. We were also so worried about what we could afford but we were saying today we would have paid any amount in the end because it really was priceless. But we didn’t understand that in the beginning."

S, Birth Client

“You have been more support than you know. Just knowing I have you to support me anytime with questions or to listen or just be present with myself and the kids with no judgment is more than I could ask for. Anyone with you on their team would be lucky. Had I known about all these services before I definitely would have chosen a doula long ago with pregnancy and delivery.”

T, Postpartum Client

"Thank you so much Liz. It's five hours since you left the hospital and she is already feeling lost without you. You were such a big help to us both. We look forward to the next time we see you."

J, Husband of Birth Client