“I hired Jess after meeting with multiple doulas because she had just the right vibe - calm, compassionate, and knowledgable. She was wonderful every step of the way, and even though my birth didn’t turn out as planned (no one’s fault - baby was breach), or maybe BECAUSE my birth didn’t turn out as planned, I’m so glad I decided to hire her. Having a doula made a big difference as far as helping me feel empowered and in control of my birth plan. She was comforting during some of the scarier parts, endlessly patient, and we felt very much as though someone was there for us through the whole process.”
— Ryan E.
“Jess had a way of empowering my inner mama warrior, which I didn’t know existed in my soft-spoken self. While she is certainly very knowledgeable in the clinical aspect of labor, I am most grateful for her constant reassurance that I indeed was making the right decisions. Jess’s magical hands and seemingly Jedi mind-reading powers knew exactly what I needed in order to endure each contraction without an Epidural. A doula that is intuitive, compassionate, and empowering without a doubt was fundamental in creating the most memorable experience in my lifetime.”
— Sara A.
“If you’re looking for a laid back lady with a quiet kind of confidence in her ability to doula look no further! Jess was super helpful and accommodating from the start! I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl with no medication and with a renewed sense of self in my abilities as a mother and human being. It was wonderful having a guide with us that knew what was going on and what to expect. She was amazing!”
— Alyson K.
“Though I felt very prepared for birth, I don’t think a natural birth would have been possible without her presence. I was exhausted when it was time for me to push and Jess got me through that final hour until my sweet baby girl was in my arms. I plan to have her at every birth until I’m done having children. My husband agrees. We both needed her. Thank you for helping me have a magical birth experience.”
— Brittany C.
“I felt so empowered and encouraged by [Jess] every time we spoke! She helped me achive the birth I dreamed of and both myself and my husband couldn’t have been happier that she was a part of it. My husband has said how grateful he was that Jess was able to help me so much physically and mentally through my (very intense) labor. After supporting through the birth, she stuck around and assisted me in breastfeeding, getting comfortable and I’m sure more...but those few hours were such a blur. But let me tell you the post partum visits from Jess were just as if not MORE amazing. She cooked breakfast for me, made me tea, cleaned my kitchen, and cared for my daughter so I could shower and take a nap, seemingly small things that are HUGE after you have a baby. She talked with me about the birth, gave me advice, rubbed my feet...I could go on and on for days. Jess is kind, gentle, so caring, just overall amazing. We could all use a live-in, Jess in our lives, trust me! ”
— Katie H.
“I’m a mother of 3 and have had all of my babies with midwifes. It wasn’t until my 3rd birth that I had the opportunity to use a doula. I didn’t know what to expect, but all I know is that Jess exceeded every expectation I had for a doula. I would never do another natural birth without a doula, and quite honestly I would never do another birth without Jess Edwards by my side.”
— Natalie M.
“When baby time came, Jess came right over, and was wonderful in helping me manage my back labor, keeping me cool in the birthing tub, picking up our camera and snapping photos when I didn’t need her next to me; she was there for anything I needed her there for, and backed off whenever I needed space. I hardly had to direct her, she always seemed to know what to do. Even helping me laugh and stay positive in between contractions! She was such a calming presense for both my husband and I. My husband commented that she knew exactly what to say and when to say it, to help both of us. I couldn’t agree with him more. I truly could not have done this birth naturally without Jess’s support. She was the steady rock that I needed when I was discouraged, and made each surge so much easier to cope with. She is the sweetest person you will ever meet. I highly recommend her as an absolutely wonderful doula.”
— Arianna N.
“My experience with Jess was absolutely amazing. From the beginning she always answered my texts or phone calls. I had prodromal labor for a month before I actually went into labor and every time I was worried she answered my texts. My husband was very reluctant for me to have an unmediated birth but after meeting with Jess he felt a little better about my decision. Jess made sure I stayed hydrated and had a cool rag on me at all times and took over when my husband needed a rest (he had broken his leg two weeks prior to my delivery). She helped me communicate with the nurses, helped me to groan and breathe and made my labor amazing. There is just no way I could have done it without her and would recommend her to anyone. Even my husband after kept telling me how grateful he was to have her there.”
— Dawn B.
“Jess was made to do this. The love and care she gives you feels like second nature for her. For me it’s hard to feel like a burden on someone, but let’s face it, we all need help sometimes and so greatful to have hers. Her open heart lets you trust her and makes you feel at ease. I would recommend her to my closest friends and family.”
