TL;DR - We had a wonderful experience with Elizabeth Williams and Katarina Lunde at Anointed Births! This being my first birth, I completely attribute the relatively short length of my labor and doing it completely unmedicated to Katarina's expertise and support. Could not recommend them enough and definitely plan to use them again in the future! The long version :) - My husband and I had an absolutely amazing experience with Anointed Births. We started looking for a doula pretty late into my pregnancy and were on a pretty tight budget. I submitted the contact form and heard from Elizabeth in a very timely manner. She was so kind and encouraging and easy to work with. The timeline and budget did limit our doula options, but she was happy to work within those constraints. She matched us with Katarina Lunde and we were so happy with her! She is a gem! She came to our home for a prenatal visit and was so friendly and easy to talk to. She knew all the right questions to ask and had lots of information that helped us decide on our birth plan. We prayed together at the end of the meeting and my husband and I felt confident that she was going to be instrumental in helping us succeed in the unmedicated birth we were hoping and praying for. We stayed in touch with her between the visit and when I went into labor. She was very helpful with providing information, recommendations for prenatal and labor items to purchase, and adjustments to our birth plan. Once I went into labor we called Katarina and stayed in touch via text, phone calls, and a contraction timer app. She was so responsive, positive, and encouraging! She was at another birth at the time, so she put us back in touch with Elizabeth in the meantime. Elizabeth was also very available through phone calls and texts - and this was all happening from 12:30-6:30am! Once we were in triage my husband remained in close contact with Elizabeth and Katarina. Katarina was still at the other birth so Elizabeth was planning to join us. She was holding off coming until I was admitted to a labor and delivery room so our hours for her services weren't wasted with her sitting in the waiting room. She did suggest positions for me to labor in while we waited and encouraged me to try to rest between contractions. I think that rest early on made a huge difference in maintaining endurance through to delivery. As we were getting admitted to L&D we heard that Katarina was available to come meet us! She drove a couple hours up from San Diego to Orange County! We were so grateful she made that effort to join us since we had already met her in person - although I was feeling just as comfortable if it turned out Elizabeth needed to come instead. By the time Katarina made it to the hospital I was having pretty painful back labor. It was such a relief to see her come in the room! She immediately jumped in and knew how to help me. She had me labor in different positions that relieved my back pain and really picked up my labor. I ended up having an 18 hour labor completely unmedicated! I really believe that having Katarina's help was instrumental in having that short of a labor for my first baby. She was calm, encouraging, and understanding of my needs and requests the whole time. She communicated with nurses as they came in and out of the room and helped me understand what they were saying and suggesting. She also worked really well with my husband throughout the labor. Katarina took some video and photos on my phone as our baby was born! We hadn't talked about that ahead of time, but I am so glad she went ahead and did it! I have gone back and watched those videos many times since the birth and am so, so grateful we have them. I could not recommend Katarina and Elizabeth with Anointed Births enough. We were so pleased with their services and plan to use them again for future births! read more

We went through hypnobirthing with Elizabeth to prepare for the birth of our first child and WOW. We were so blessed by her class presence, wisdom on the subject, and the place of love from which she teaches. We felt encouraged and challenged in every class, and we felt so safe to ask all of our first time parent questions without judgement. Our class dynamic felt intimate and supportive and I felt myself becoming more relaxed and ready with every session. I truly looked forward to this container to have healthy discussions in every week and to find fellowship with other couples making similar birth choices. I would highly recommend the class if you are looking to become not only educated, but empowered for your own birth! read more

I cannot recommend Anointed Births enough! The course gave me the confidence I need going into birth as well as endless resources and knowledge before, during and after birth. Elizabeth is truly amazing and filled with so much knowledge. She answered all of the questions my husband and I had and we looked forward to seeing her every week. She has a calming presence and great attitude which is contagious to everyone in the classroom and I still hear her words of encouragement and positivity replaying in my head. If you are questioning whether it is worth it, or hesitant, like me, you will not regret it! read more

This was my third pregnancy, and I took this hypnobirthing class as a refresher. I had a very positive experience and found it incredibly helpful in getting me mentally and emotionally prepared again. The techniques were easy to revisit and practice, and they really helped me feel calm, confident, and ready for another non-medicated birth. I'd highly recommend this class, whether it's your first time or a refresher for a later pregnancy. read more

We found Anointed Births less than a month before our daughter was born. After a few stressful conversations with my provider, we felt like we would really need some support in the room with us. But hiring Anointed Births came with a whole lot more than support on the day of our daughter's birth. Even in such a short time leading up to our daughter's birth, Elizabeth and Katarina were so very helpful! The first time we met in person was for our prenatal meeting and we walked away feeling so equipped and prepared for the birth experience - 100% more equipped and prepared than after my many doctor appointments combined. They helped me regain my excitement about birth and let go of the fears. They continued to be helpful all the way up to the day of and the day of was amazing! Even though I was induced and it was a hospital birth, it was an incredible experience with minimal interventions. Elizabeth's support gave both me and my husband the confidence to see it all the way through without any fear. I still can't believe I did that... and I would do it again! Elizabeth and Katarina have continued to be so helpful in the postpartum season, checking on my healing process and offering very helpful guidance to make the most of this sweet newborn season. I highly recommend Anointed Births to anyone looking for birth support! My only regret is that we did not find them sooner - but I am SO thankful we got connected when we did! read more

My husband and I completed the hypnobirthing course with Elizabeth and it was so much more helpful than I could have expected. My birth went very differently than planned (as it likely often does) but because we covered so many helpful topics in the class, I felt prepared for plan B, C, etc. The course meditations are helpful to mentally prepare you beforehand. I also listened to the meditations during different times of labor and used the breathing techniques as well. Even if your labor goes differently than planned, this course will still be beneficial, at least that was the case for me. Elizabeth is so caring and helpful, she has answered questions for me and provided recommendations that have made my journey as a mother easier. I do want to mention that I had a doula with me during labor, which I highly recommend. Elizabeth can help with recommending doulas as well. I highly recommend this course and Elizabeth! read more

We are so glad we did this class to prepare for our heart's desire of a natural childbirth experience with our firstborn daughter. We had an amazing homebirth thanks to our Lord and Savior who provided a way through Anointed Birth's, Hypnobirthing course and our care team. Our instructor, Lea Burke, was wonderful. She gave us her honesty, experience, and knowledge while teaching. I highly recommend doing the work, investing financially, and taking this course to prepare for your natural childbirth delivery. read more

Lea was a wonderful instructor and is an incredible resource for all things birth! My husband and I took the Hypnobirthing class virtually last year, and the comprehensive information and techniques were so helpful in preparation for my birth experience. I felt confident and reassured that I would make the most informed decisions for our family even in intense and overwhelming moments that we experienced! As expected, my birth story did not go to plan but the tools I gained through the course were essential to an ultimately positive and fulfilling birth. Huge thank you to Lea! read more

Such a beautiful experience. Prepared us for baby and gave us an opportunity to bond in our marriage.

This review is long overdue.  What a blessing it has been to have met Elizabeth. She was my doula for my homebirth earlier this year.  She played a huge role in my labor and birth and I truly could not have done it without her.  Our prenatal visits were informative and fun; she made it so easy to create a birthplan. I felt empowered and confident in my plan to have a natural, unmedicated birth.  I also took her hypnobirthing series and that helped a lot too. During labor, she was super attentive, making sure I was hydrated and eating. As well as providing many comfort measures throughout all of my contractions. Elizabeth truly cares for her clients and will go the extra mile for them. If you are a first-time mom or even second or third, I encourage you to invest in a doula, no matter where you choose to birth.  You will not regret it.   Elizabeth will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in good hands with the Anointed Births team. read more

I believe having Elizabeth's support allowed me to accomplish my goal of an unmedicated birth. As a second time mom I knew I wanted to approach birth differently this time around. I hired Elizabeth as my doula and took her birth classes. She approaches birth from a holistic view which is what drew me to her as someone who appreciates a natural, holistic approach to birth and motherhood. She talks about the importance of nutrition in pregnancy, relaxation techniques, interventions and the outcomes, positions during birth and there importance, and so much more. Her classes were fun and our group was small enough that we formed friendships with the couples around us. As my doula I felt supported throughout my pregnancy and delivery of our second baby. Elizabeth came in the nick of time as our baby came very quickly. Her motto is "I never miss a birth" no matter how fast! I am forever grateful for all her help along the way. Elizabeth is truly passionate about birth and sees all its beauty as well as it's powerful intensity. She is someone my husband and I are grateful was by our side. read more

This was an amazing experience & I have & will recommend Anointed birth to all my friends & family. I cannot recommend this birthing class highly enough! From start to finish, it exceeded all of my expectations. Elizabeth was not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also compassionate, patient, and truly committed to making sure every couple felt prepared and empowered for the birth experience. She broke down complex information into simple, easy-to-understand concepts, and were always open to answering questions or addressing concerns. What I loved most was the balance between practical techniques and emotional preparation. We learned everything from breathing exercises and pain management to what to expect during labor, delivery, and postpartum. She also made sure partners felt involved and confident in their roles. The hands-on approach, coupled with a supportive and non-judgmental environment, made the class not only educational but also enjoyable. I left each session feeling more confident and ready for the journey ahead. I highly recommend this class to any expectant parents. It truly made a world of difference in our preparation for welcoming our little rainbow baby Thank you to Elizabeth you were amazing ! Your knowledge, guidance, and unwavering support have made all the difference in our journey toward parenthood. Thank you for your patience, compassion, and for creating such a positive, inclusive space for us to learn. We're ready for the big day because of you! read more

The Hypnobirthing course with Elizabeth has given my husband and I so much confidence regarding the labor of our first baby. Elizabeth has so much knowledge regarding all things birth and relaxation. She teaches the course using a lot of visuals and hands on practice which really helped me grasp the concepts. I recommend this class to every mom looking to gain more confidence when it comes to labor and really wanting to achieve a little to no intervention birth. read more

If there's any doubt of getting a doula.. please read this review. Sorry in advance for this lengthy review (lol) As a first time mom, navigating through this chapter in my life was exciting but often times overwhelming as there was so much information and preparation that I knew was necessary in my dream of having a natural, unmedicated birth, in a hospital setting. I unfortunately did not have any friends or family that were able to provide me with guidance in this type of birth experience, so I prayed prayed prayed, and decided to at least start researching. I learned that there are angels/ aka doulas which, according to research and from my personal experience, are fundamental in achieving this type of birth experience. Let me tell you, I reached out to MANY doulas and although they were all beautiful individuals, when I had my consult with Elizabeth and Katarina at Anointed Births I knew in my heart and spirit that this was the perfect match for the type of birth I longed for and knew I didn't need to search any further :D Prior to even meeting for our consult these wonderful women were so extremely kind and helpful in providing me with resources and answered any pressing questions I had about my pregnancy / birth.. I was amazed at the love and commitment they had to the birth space and how beautiful their hearts were in helping a momma in need. After making the decision to commit to having Katarina and Elizabeth as my doulas, these ladies never disappointed and were SO insightful, honest, loving, and continually were there for me and my spouse every step of the way. I honestly never thought one could feel so much peace going into birth! Guys so my birth.. I will sum it up but it was like a movie! I know everyone's story is different so please don't compare yours to mine but I honestly owe it to God, my spouse and my beautiful doulas prep and guidance for how everything panned out. My labor and delivery was a total of 12.5 hours! From the moment my first surge started, they made me feel confident and at ease knowing that I was prepared for anything that was to come. Fortunately I labored more than half that time at home before heading to the hospital during active labor. Upon arriving at the hospital I decided to have my first cervical check ever (lol) and to my amazement I was already 6cm dilated. I was in complete disbelief but I knew the bulk of the work was completed so we all were excited and worked together in hopes of meeting my sweet baby boy soon! My doulas gently and lovingly guided my husband and myself, were so extremely hands on during my entire labor, and ensured I had the most peaceful and comfortable birth space imaginable. Laboring and birthing a baby is hard work but I felt so prepared and capable in my ability to do so. I am proud to say that I delivered my sweet baby boy according to my birth plan, all while having my dream team and such an empowered birth experience. I'm happy to report that I 110% made the right decision, had the birth of my dreams, and couldn't have done it without these truly anointed and beautiful women of God. As a side note, aside from doula services, I also attended the 5 week hypobirthing course that Elizabeth teaches, which was 11/10- highly recommend pairing with doula services!! Seriously mommas no need to look any further Anointed Births is where every momma should obtain services through , you won't be disappointed If you have any doubts or want to talk more feel free to reach out to me , I'm an open book! All the best to you mommas and truly hope your first or last stop is here with Anointed Births read more

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We took Elizabeth's Hypnobirthing class before having our 2nd baby and had such a good experience and learned so much. The tools and information we learned helped us have a smooth unmediated birth with midwives at the hospital - the breath work especially and practice she teaches was helpful and made for a pain free labor. So grateful for the work she does and helping the birth community feel empowered. read more

I took the 5 week Hypnobirthing course with Elizabeth and I HIGHLY recommend this course for any mom with an upcoming birth. No matter whether it's your 1st or 5th, or if you're giving birth in a hospital or at home, epidural or no, this course is relevant and informative, and the community of women here is so wholesome! I wished the class was longer just for the conversation and sharing the excitement of meeting our babies soon! Elizabeth is so kind and extremely knowledgeable. I love the mindset geared towards natural childbirth and avoiding interventions. We did so much mental preparation and learned strategies to help get us through labor to provide a gentle, natural entrance into this world for our babies. I'm so excited to put these strategies to use very soon! read more

Pregnant with my second and finding all of the team and services to be so valuable! I just finished taking the Born Naturally class with Danielle, which was so informative and interactive. My first pregnancy I only took an online birth class and it just didn't compare. I would definitely recommend ESPECIALLY if you are attempting a natural unmedicated birth and this is your first. Even if it's your second though...there was tons of value in this class. We had a workbook to go through, we physically practiced comfort measures with our partners, and the best part was that our husbands/partners were all involved and could ask questions along the way. Thank you Danielle! read more

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When my wife wanted to sign up for this It sounded very interesting. I had no idea how much I would enjoy the class. Elizabeth is such a genuine kind and knowledgable person who is very good at creating a comfortable and educational teaching environment. Super informative I learned a ton. Class was never awkward and in the end I found myself wishing there were at least a couple more classes. made acquaintances with some great people in class. Elizabeth, you did an amazing job! Much gratitude to you. Very blessed we found your class. Thank you! read more

Anointed Birth is amazing. My doula recommend I sign up for Elizabeth's hypnobirthing class and I'm so happy we did. Elizabeth made the class fun, education, relaxed and inspiring. I learned so much from it! I love listening to the affirmations, relaxation meditations we were given. Elizabeth is one of the sweetest people we've met on my pregnancy journey. She is available for any and all questions. We made some friends in class too. I highly recommend anointed birth for their amazing doulas and classes. They are a caring group who know all things about pregnancy, birth and supporting parents. Grateful to have been apart of the class! read more

I can't recommend Anointed Births enough! Elizabeth was incredibly informative and helped me get my mind right for the birth of my baby boy. She taught my partner and I various tips and tricks for delivery, as well as preparation for meeting our little one. Her energy was infectious, and her dedication to helping women and connecting with the divine gift of giving life was truly inspiring. We felt supported and empowered throughout the entire process. Thank you, Anointed Births, for everything, your teaches and books will always be with me. Until we meet again. read more

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As the birth of my son approached my husband and I started to feel an urge for more support and guidance. I reached out to anointed births who connected me with our Doula Alaina. The moment she entered our home I felt at peace. She was gentle and kind and helped provide us with the peace of mind and assurance we were looking for. My son arrived two weeks early and The labor was so quick! Alaina met us at the hospital so quickly and having her there to reassure and encourage us made such a great difference. We absolutely recommend Alaina and the whole anointed birth team. read more

I can't give enough praise for Elizabeth and her team of doulas. I highly recommend Anointed Births for anyone expecting, it's a must to have her on your team. The class was welcoming, informative and empowering. It teaches you to lean into your pregnancy and birth, connect with your baby and dissolve the fear surrounding your birth. Her class, support and information is priceless. I was planning on having an unmedicated birth at a hospital but ended up having my daughter at home. The unwavering support from Elizabeth was unmatched. I can't imagine doing it any other way. We love you! read more

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We took Elizabeth's hypnobirthing class and had such an amazing experience. Elizabeth is kind and welcoming, and the course was very informative. We walked away with lots of tools, suggestions and guidance to help our birth experience be what we want it to be. I highly recommend Elizabeth and this course to anyone seeking a supportive guide to hypnobirthing! read more

Kayla was so supportive of me during my pregnancy and VBAC. She responded to my calls and texts immediately, and gave me thorough advice and support. She took good care of me and even fed me oats to help me recover while I was holding my baby after delivery. Her support was a big part of what made my birth feel so calm and peaceful. read more

I had a baby girl November 2023. My doula was Kayla. She was amazing before labor, during labor, and after birth. She was very informative, nonjudgmental, compassionate, grounding, and invaluable. She assisted me in navigating my birth plan and she was so responsive with any questions I had leading up to my birth. During labor she went above and beyond. She offered me water all throughout the labor, using essential oils, doing countless hip squeezes during my contractions (surges), offering snacks, using a mini and cold wash cloths when I got overheated, and more. Most important to me, she believed in me and my ability to have an unmedicated birth and was so supportive. I felt very comfortable with her. After birth she continued to be supportive and she did a postpartum check in where she came over and brought some goodies. Kayla had great tips whenever I had questions on postpartum concerns as well. I would 100% recommend Anointed Births and their doula, Kayla, if you are pregnant or are supporting a pregnant woman in her pregnancy. read more

We are so grateful to have found Annointed Births! Elizabeth was so nice and got us set up with the doula we chose which was Katarina. She was very knowledgeable, personable, kind, loving and understanding. I ended up having such a redemptive 2nd birth story compared to my first and am grateful to have had her incredible support by my side through it all. She thoughtfully encouraged me through out the process of labor and I felt so accepted and comfortable with her even in my most vulnerable moments. I was very impressed with her physical strength, insight (that was very aligned with my midwives which was an added comfort) and her openness/compassion. Most importantly, we wanted a doula who we felt would be a solid spiritual support to us since my faith is 1st in my life, and we were so grateful to find someone who was so in tune with and passionate about her faith as well. I definitely recommend Katarina! read more

My husband and I originally took Elizabeth's hypnobirthing class as we were interested in exploring the option of having a more natural birth and wanted to become informed on hospital interventions for mother and child. Elizabeth's passion for what she does is so evident and contagious! It was also obvious by her knowledge on all topics that she has put lots of thoughtful research into everything she teaches. We decided to hire her as our doula and it was the best investment - we felt so comfortable with her and she made our daughter's birthing day extra peaceful and special. Elizabeth is the reason why we decided to go for a natural birth and why we felt so informed going into labor and delivery. We are so grateful for her! read more

If you need a doula, this is where you find THE doula. My wife and I had the opportunity to work with Elizabeth earlier this year during the birth of our first child, and it was easily one of the best decisions we could've made. From the moment she walked in, that day, she almost never left my wife's side; between the different relaxation techniques, massages, and never ending affirmations, my wife had the best support. Childbirth is never easy, but she was definitely a blessing that day. Thank you very much for everything Elizabeth! read more

Top tier care from beginning of my pregnancy journey through postpartum. Anointed Births guided us through our entire hospital journey, never once leaving our side. My husband and I are so thankful for the love, support and healing words of love. It was of course a life changing experience to birth my child but also it changed my life to have them there with us as we brought her earth-side. Cannot recommend Danielle & Elizabeth enough. read more

Elizabeth is so kind hearted and intelligent!! As I was going through my second pregnancy she gave me so many wonderful resources to help me make some really tough decisions. She never pushed me one way or the other but helped me find the right providers and information that helped support what I envisioned for my labor and delivery. She has such an authentic and sincere way about caring for you and it's so needed when you're going through some tough situations. She also helped me create a perfect birth plan which really eased a lot of anxiety I had after going through a traumatic labor with my first. I highly recommend her as both a birth doula and hypno birthing instructor! I know she's going to help so many women out there with her beautiful soul and mind! read more

Katarina has been an incredible night time doula for us and I cant recommend her enough. She is professional, timely, kind, and most importantly, very good with my lil man. She was such a god send for us during an incredibly stressful time. read more

I took the hypnobirthing course with Elizabeth. She was great. Very kind, responsive, mindful of our needs. The course and book are very useful. They provide with tools and information for a better labor and delivery. I highly recommend it! read more

Highly recommend Anointed Births if you're looking into doula services for your pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum! Danielle has been such a gift for my husband and I throughout the third trimester, our labor and delivery that did not go how we had hoped, and the first couple of weeks postpartum. While our labor and delivery didn't go as expected and had a lot of bumps along the way, we couldnt have done it without Danielle. She made the environment feel so peaceful through the chaotic moments. She was an advocate for me and my husband. She was a huge strength and support to my husband as he was a support to me. She has helped me through all the wild emotions of postpartum and has answered all the questions I've thrown her way. I could go on and on but all to say - Danielle and Anointed Births will always hold a special place in our hearts and I would recommend 100 times over! read more

Elizabeth was such a blessing to have alongside our journey from 24 weeks to now postpartum. We stumbled across her page anointed births from an Instagram ad and sent out a message- within an hour we already had a virtual meet and greet scheduled the same day to answer any questions I had about doula care and pregnancy. We wound up signing up for her hypnobirthing course and eventually hired her to be our doula. Hypnobirthing- The course was extremely informative, gave my partner and I confidence in labor and child birth, and also newborn care. We also loved the close proximity with other couples this class had as it allowed us all to connect as friends. Whether or not you hire Elizabeth as your doula, I recommend taking this course with her as she's very thorough and has such a bubbly and fun personality that it makes her enjoyable to be around in general. Doula care- Being my partner and I's first pregnancy, everything surrounding physiologic/ natural birth was very daunting and it's hard to get support when you conclude this is what you're looking for. Elizabeth always had an answer to my questions and concerns and made me feel secure in my choices emotionally and physically. I bothered her via message and phone calls probably more than I should have but she was always there for me and never made me feel like an annoyance to her. She genuinely felt like a lifelong friend since the beginning. The birth of our daughter- fast forward to 40 weeks pregnancy, I was experiencing some complications and had to go in for an unplanned induction. At the start of the process I panicked and started begging for an epidural (which I had long been against) but my partner called Elizabeth and she was there within minutes. She changed the environment immediately to what she knew I wanted and my whole experience changed. I labored unmedicated to 7 cm with her and my partners support. Our l&d nurse (whom at first didn't seem to have high hopes of things working out naturally without pushing pitocin) changed her tone once she noticed things were progressing, and fast. She changed her tone to mimic Elizabeth and even started referring to my contractions as surges. Not only did Elizabeth provide emotional and environmental support during my labor, she also helped change my pads and keep me clean when I wasn't able to do so myself. At one of the most vulnerable times in my life she helped me feel secure and taken care of, and helped to give my partner confidence in helping me as well. We couldn't be more thankful for Elizabeth and everything she did for us to bring our beautiful baby girl earthside. On a side note, her partner Kayla also provides wonderful birth photography which I feel was/ is crucial in helping me process my labor and birth in the postpartum period. read more

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Great education, support and experience. I would definitely recommend taking a class with Elizabeth over any other birthing class. It's raw and to the point, and info you likely won't get anywhere else. She's very passionate about all things birthing! read more