"We had no idea how important Jessie would be to our delivery. We expected her to be supportive and knowledgeable (she was) and hoped she would be able to help us feel confident as our due date approached (she did). What we didn't even know to know was what she offered as our birth plan needed to change in the course of the delivery; she was there to talk us through what was going on and to feel good about how things went, even if they weren't exactly what we expected. If you are considering a doula, Jessie is exactly what you are hoping for."
"I was just thinking of my birth, and how thankful I am to have had your support and guidance through my labor. It was quite wonderful, and not once did I feel there was anything wrong with my process or the way things were going while we were at home laboring. I give the credit of that steady belief and comfort to you. You made me feel like I had a wise support by my side who was not in a panic response and who was accepting of the process, whatever it is. When I look back on my experience, I feel like my doula gave me the kind of support I was looking for during my birthing process. It's funny, I guess I would have expected my midwife to play that role a bit more, but she played a very different role and in a very modern mindset. What I really wanted to tell you is thank you from the bottom of my heart... you are an amazingly strong and supportive doula and a true budding talent in the natural birthing community. I will definitely have you at the next one if you are available."
"Jessie was an essential part of my labor - her calm voice and cold compress allowed me to escape completely in between pushing, which made my rest periods very similar to savasana [resting pose] in yoga. That is what worked for me - I am sure she would find what works for each of her clients and it would be different each time."
"Jessie's calming presence gave me courage throughout my pregnancy and labor -- especially in the most difficult moments. She always had faith in my body's natural process, even when I didn't! And that kind of support is irreplaceable. She was also instrumental in making everything go as smoothly as it could for my home birth. She and my midwife were the perfect team. Jessie is a unique soul and I felt blessed to have her play such an important role in my son's birth."
"Jessie was a wonderful support to me as I was preparing for and delivering my baby. She gave so much of her time and knowledge to [my partner] and I before the labor. She added to my confidence in the days leading up to my baby's birthday. She was a very strong support during the labor and delivery. Her kindness and strength were nothing but positive forces during this life changing experience."