“My husband and I found Jess in our search for someone to help us, as first-time parents, navigate the exciting and unknown experience of birth. What we didn’t realize is that we had also found an incredible teammate who helped guide and support us during the months before and after the physical birth and just how important that support would be.

Prior to our son’s birth, our conversations with Jess helped my husband and I articulate questions, concerns, and goals we otherwise wouldn’t have. The conversations after our son’s birth helped turn the blur of 36 hours of labor into the most empowering memory I think I’ll ever have.

During the birth itself, Jess was always by my side, helping us realize our birth goals and mitigate any stress or anxiety my husband or I felt. She was there for every contraction, helped my husband recognize when he needed a break, and advocated for me when new and unfamiliar forks in the road arose. I’ve read that a doula is a mother to the mother during birth and I cannot overstate how safe and secure I felt with Jess in the room with me. 

I feel so lucky to be able to look back on my birth and feel strong, capable, and overwhelmingly proud of what I did and I cannot overstate how integral Jess was when it came to having the birth of my dreams. Whether you are a first-time parent or one who is hoping for a more supported and fulfilling birth than you’ve experienced before, reach out to Jess. I promise you won’t regret it. “

— Jamie & Kevin

“Having had a difficult experience when my fourth child was born, I was heading towards my fifth labor with a significant amount of anxiety. My husband and I had never used doula services before, but after so many people recommended hiring one, we decided to try it out. I was unsure of how a doula would fit into our “rhythm” of getting through labor. After all, we had done it four times previously without one. Within the first 30 seconds of Jess walking into our birth room, however, I wondered how we had ever done it without her!

She quickly sized up the situation, saw what needed to happen, and jumped in with confidence and competence. She struck the perfect balance of being assertive so as to be helpful but not overbearing. She clearly understands her role as a doula, even when I was unsure of how to express what I needed from her, and she effortlessly joined the team that brought our little girl into the world. I cannot say enough how much I appreciated having her at my side, from start to finish. Both my husband and I would recommend her services to any family without reservation.”

— Mary B.

“The phrase "holding steady ground through intense situations" is worth highlighting and underlining three times in Jess's bio in order to accurately describe our experience working with her.

Our labor and delivery got incredibly intense near the end and involved a 911 call at one point. Jess calmly supported my wife right through all of it while also helping the midwife and nurse with what they needed. Jess artfully balances being positive and full of affirming energy while also deferring to exactly what you want her to do for support during the labor/delivery process. I couldn't recommend Jess highly enough with the way she involved me as well in best supporting my wife during labor. On a recommendation scale of 1 to 10 I would give Jess an 11.”

— Matt B.

“Jess was incredible during my birth experience. She took care of everything so my husband and I could focus on the birth. She was positive and a calming presence to us, always having something encouraging to say or a new pain management technique to try.

Ultimately, she helped give me the birthing experience I wanted in a professional yet personable way.”

— Theresa M.

“For the birth of our first child we did not have a doula and I was my wife's only support person present for the birth. Having Jess support us during labor was one of the best decisions that we have ever made! Because Jess is so attentive and caring I was able to focus all of my energy on being present to my wife while Jess took care of everything else.

She had wonderful suggestions for every situation that arose including pain management techniques specific to my wife's needs during labor. Jess is a fount of knowledge, a calming presence, and a great person to have on your support team.”

— Joe M.

“I am so thankful that Jess was present at our birth. I initially didn't even consider having a doula, but made the decision 2 months before I was due after so many people recommended that I did. It was one of the best decisions I made that helped me to have just exactly the type of calm birth that I wanted. Jess helped prepare us ahead of time with all her knowledge about relaxation techniques, positions for all the stages of labor, and honoring the normalcy of birth.

She was very thorough in finding out what my preferences were and making sure that they were met during the birth. Having her hold my hand (literally) throughout and hearing her calm voice saying all the right encouraging words at just the right moments was exactly what I needed. She also took great care to be a support for my husband as well, which was so much appreciated. Jess took care of absolutely everything for the placenta encapsulation and delivered the pills on our doorstep two days after the birth. I'm convinced that the pills provided the essential nutrients that helped me stay well and balanced in the postpartum period. Not only a great doula, Jess is a great person and every interaction we had was professional yet effortless and enjoyable. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”

— Chelsea E.

“My wife and I wanted a doula to feel prepared physically and emotionally before and during our first childbirth. Jess nailed it, especially during the delivery. When things got complicated, Jess was calm and able to care to my wife and me, while the nurses and doctors were swirling around us. I was surprised how helpful her presence was to me, let alone the woman giving birth.

Jess balances personal care and giving a family space in a professional way. We would give a heartfelt recommendation for Jess to anyone looking for personal support during the birth process.”

— Brett and Chelsea B.