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Birth Doula & Childbirth Educator

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With deep experience and heartfelt presence, I walk alongside families, helping them feel seen, heard, prepared and confident as they navigate the transformative path of birth.

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About Me

“However much we know about birth in general, we know nothing about a particular birth. We must let it unfold with its own uniqueness.”

- Elizabeth Noble

SERVICES

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    BIRTH SUPPORT

    A birth doula supports pregnant and birthing mothers physically, spiritually and emotionally. By providing prenatal sessions, in-person birth support and time together postpartum, I am able to accompany new mothers through the majority of their childbearing experience. Learn more about the support I offer by clicking the button below.

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    CHILDBIRTH CLASSES

    As a certified childbirth educator and infant massage instructor, I help parents learn the evidence-based fundamentals of all that occurs during the childbearing year. Learn more about the private, group, in-person and virtual offerings I have for expecting parents when you click the button below.

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    INFANT MASSAGE CLASSES

    Infant massage is a beautiful way to bond with your baby while also providing soothing touch and meaningful connection. Massage can be used as a daily ritual as well as a problem-solving touch technique that provides relief from common newborn discomforts, including colic. Learn more at the link below.

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    BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHY

    I offer birth photography to gently capture the beauty and emotion of your birth experience. These images become precious keepsakes—allowing you to look back and relive the powerful moments of your baby’s arrival for years to come.

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    THE MODERN GRANDPARENT CLASS

    This new class is for expectant or new grandparents or family members who want to offer informed, respectful, and helpful support to the new parents.

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    PREPARING FOR POSTPARTUM

    Create your foundation of rest, recovery & connection. This class guides expectant parents in preparing emotionally, physically, and practically for the tender postpartum window. Through heartfelt discussion, evidence-based insights, and gentle planning tools, you’ll learn how to build your postpartum village, support your body’s healing, and nurture your new family with confidence, rest, and grace.

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Client Testimonials

  • We owe her so much for helping us have our baby the way we wanted and helping me so much emotionally during the entire process. I would recommend her to anyone!!

    Megan

  • She has a beautiful sense of emotional timing, bringing lightness when needed and focusing at other times. Our experience birthing our second daughter was magical and I believe she was a key factor in it.

    Sydney

  • Jessamyn involved my husband during the entire experience and was a great coach and advocate of our birth plan. The birth of my son was peaceful and wonderful. I can't imagine going through labor without her!

    Tanya

  • In a nutshell, Jessamyn put me at ease, both physically and emotionally. She was a vital part of our birth team and I could not imagine giving birth without her by my side. I am forever grateful to her for supporting me through the incredible journey to motherhood.

    Jen

  • If you're considering working with a doula for your pregnancy, I encourage you to work with Jessamyn. I cannot imagine going through the experience without her.

    Eliza

  • Jessamyn was absolutely wonderful during the homebirth of our baby boy and I can't recommend her enough! I just felt very comfortable with her right away and we've remained in contact since the birth. She will definitely be there again when we get around to having our second child.

    Beth

  • Jessamyn was an outstanding doula from beginning to end and was an advocate for me and my baby throughout my birth experience. She is sensitive, respectful, joyful, calm and encouraging.

    Amanda

  • Definitely recommend Jessamyn to anyone seeking a doula, especially if you really want extra support in making sure your voice is heard among the doctors and nurses involved in your baby's birth!

    Abel

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