I really couldn't have birthed my beautiful 9 lb 14 oz baby without her! I felt her love and dedication to us throughout the entire experience. Jesse is an amazing doula! Any birthing team is lucky to have her. -Darcy
Before having Otto, my husband and I were not entirely sure of the role of a doula. But Jesse was a Godsend for us. Although the delivery was more complicated and drawn out than expected, it was ultimately such a positive experience and this was largely shaped by Jesse's saintly support.
During my extended labour, Jesse was with us every step of the way and her strength and gentleness never wavered. Her presence was a comfort and a reassurance and bolstered my confidence exactly when it was needed. She also managed to extend her support to my husband, facilitating his maximum engagement and support through each stage.
Even after the delivery, Jesse's support didn't stop. Otto has been a super-confident breast feeder since Day One, and I attribute that to Jesse's expert guidance.
Although a woman in labour is not the most cheerful weekend company Jesse went far out of her way, sacrificing time with her own family, to be at my side as I laboured on. -Serena
Jesse's calm but strong presence helped make my birthing experience positive, empowering, and transformative . From my first intense contraction to my last glorious push, Jesse guided me in finding a rhythm and ritual that gave me the mental fortitude and physical comfort to make the contractions feel bearable and purposeful. Jesse helped to make the contractions physically easier by using counter pressure on my low back and hips. (Which felt amazing!) She also repeated positive affirmations and encouragement throughout the birth. I appreciated how she guided my husband into a participatory support role while making him feel more at ease in the midst of my child birthing intensity! I wholeheartedly recommend Jesse to enhance your birth experience. It is such an important day in your life, why not invest in something that will surely make it better!? After my son was born my husband said 'everyone needs a doula!' I can't agree more! Thanks Jesse for everything!
-Kristin
During my extended labour, Jesse was with us every step of the way and her strength and gentleness never wavered. Her presence was a comfort and a reassurance and bolstered my confidence exactly when it was needed. She also managed to extend her support to my husband, facilitating his maximum engagement and support through each stage.
Even after the delivery, Jesse's support didn't stop. Otto has been a super-confident breast feeder since Day One, and I attribute that to Jesse's expert guidance.
Although a woman in labour is not the most cheerful weekend company Jesse went far out of her way, sacrificing time with her own family, to be at my side as I laboured on. -Serena
Jesse's calm but strong presence helped make my birthing experience positive, empowering, and transformative . From my first intense contraction to my last glorious push, Jesse guided me in finding a rhythm and ritual that gave me the mental fortitude and physical comfort to make the contractions feel bearable and purposeful. Jesse helped to make the contractions physically easier by using counter pressure on my low back and hips. (Which felt amazing!) She also repeated positive affirmations and encouragement throughout the birth. I appreciated how she guided my husband into a participatory support role while making him feel more at ease in the midst of my child birthing intensity! I wholeheartedly recommend Jesse to enhance your birth experience. It is such an important day in your life, why not invest in something that will surely make it better!? After my son was born my husband said 'everyone needs a doula!' I can't agree more! Thanks Jesse for everything!
-Kristin