ABOUT ME
I became a birth doula with one goal in mind: to help expecting parents experience their ideal labor and birth. My fascination with the birthing process has made me a passionate advocate for expecting parents, especially first-time moms.
I am fluent in American Sign Language and happy to work with Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Hearing couples! Please let me know if your primary language is ASL when inquiring about a free consultation. I will provide a qualified interpreter to ensure accurate communication between parties.
In my free time, I love to spend time with my family, complete puzzles, binge-watch my favorite shows, and study foreign languages. I enjoy learning new languages and cultures. My favorites have been Deaf culture, ASL, Korean culture, and Korean. Music is almost always on repeat while I work or do chores.
I’d love to help you obtain your ideal birth. Work with me to experience true beauty in birthing your child.
QUALIFICATIONS
I am a NICU-informed doula! As part of your prenatal care, we will prepare for the possibility of your family entering the NICU, which will remove the trauma of needing the NICU while not informed. NICU families have unique experiences. As your doula, I am equipped with knowledge specific to the NICU to facilitate your perinatal experience, regardless of where your family lands. I would be proud to be a part of your support team.
I also obtain a Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED certification to guarantee fully safe care for infants and children, as well as adults. Your family will be safe in my care.
I am a certified meditation leader. I specialize in pre/postnatal meditation to reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and sleep, and to provide coping techniques to manage pain during pregnancy and labor for my clients.
Participating in a guided meditation at any point during your pregnancy or labor would provide multiple benefits. If you prefer to experience meditation with your partner, please invite them.
TESTIMONIALS
Francie
“I had a wonderful experience with Jodie. She came for daytime postpartum doula care when I was in a super vulnerable place and just needed all the help. She took care of all the things, including me, with compassion and calming, positive energy. I'm a doula myself so my standards are super high. I couldn't be more grateful to Jodie for helping me get back on my feet when I felt at my worst!”
Kassidy
“Jodie was an amazing doula! From the very beginning, she was always available to answer questions and offer support. It honestly felt more like having a good friend walk with me through pregnancy. As a first-time mom, having Jodie by my side helped ease so much anxiety, not just for me, but for my husband too.
From the power of pregnancy stones to essential oils, aromatherapy, meditation, and sound baths, Jodie offers a wide range of options to support you during pregnancy, labor, and beyond.
Although my out-of-hospital birth didn’t go as planned and I ended up transferring to the hospital, Jodie never left my side. She offered unwavering support, comfort, and even helped deliver our baby. I truly don’t think I could have done it without her!”
MY DOULA METHOD
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Absorb
Explore others’ birth stories to discover and shape your own ideal birth vision.
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Advocate
Gain the confidence to advocate for your family’s experience.
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Empower
Learn how to continually empower yourself to make informed decisions as we journey through the birthing process.
QUESTIONS? LET’S CHAT.
HAVE QUESTIONS OR JUST WANT TO CHAT? BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION WITH ME.
