DOULA PROFILE 
BIRTH AVAILABILITY 
2 TESTIMONIALS 
Jessica Smiley
Kin Care | Overnight, Lactation & Sleep Support
Brooklyn, NY 
Serves families in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
Birth Fee
$2300 to $3500
Postpartum Rate
$55 to $75
Birth Fee
$2300 to $3500
Postpartum Rate
$55 to $75
Birth Doula Experience
8 years and 24 births attended
Postpartum Doula Experience
9 years and 75 families served
Doula Training
- CAPPA - Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association, July 2017
- HypnoBirthing, October 2017
- Traditional Childbirth Arts, January 2018
Type of practice: Solo practice
Clients per month: 1 to 4 births and 1 to 3 postpartum families
Postpartum limits/restrictions: CURRENT COHORTS: Certified Sleep Counselor via Sleep Counselor Institute 2025 IBCLC clinical hours and mentorship via Lactation Launchpad 2025 Certified Postpartum Doula Training via Cornerstone (March 2025) PREVIOUS TRAINING Certified Lamaze Chlldbirth Educator (2016), CAPPA Birth Doula Training (2017) Twin Magic (2017) Traditional Postpartum Doula (2018), Certified Lactation Counselor Training(2018), Hypnobirth Doula (2019), Regenerative Health Counselor (2021), Amazonian Herbalism & Medicine Making for Women's Health (Peru, 2021) Certification Pathway for Birth Doulas (2024) Stillbirth Doula Training (2024) Working with Premies (2024) Working with Multiples (2024) The Magical Octopus: Advanced Multiples (2024) Dynamic Infant Movement For Breastfeeding And Beyond (2024)
Attends hospital births? All Hospitals
Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers
Attends home births? Any Home Birth
Special Services Offered
- Abortion support
- Aromatherapy
- Baby sign language education
- Baby-led weaning
- Babywearing education
- Belly binding
- Bereavement doula (pregnancy & infant loss)
- Childbirth education services
- End of life doula services
- First Aid and CPR
- Full spectrum doula services
- Infant massage education
- Lactation consultant/counselor services
- LGBTQIA+ Support
- Military families support
- Miscarriage support
- Mother roasting
- Newborn care and parenting classes
- Newborn care specialist
- Parenting consulting
- Reduced rates for women considering adoption
- Reiki
- Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
- Sleep educator
- Surrogates and intended parents
- Twins and multiples birth support
- Twins and multiples postpartum support
- Vaginal steam/peristeam services
- Virtual and remote doula support
Relevant volunteer or advocacy work
Birth Justice Advocacy - Maternal Health
Fee Details
Overnight Postpartum Care: Singleton....10 hour shift (usually 9pm to 7am) $650. Twin care....10 hour shift (usually 9pm to 7am) $750.
Service Area
Brooklyn, NY Serves families in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
Client Testimonials for Jessica Smiley
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Liana Montoro
10/31/2017
At the beginning of my pregnancy I planned on having a home birth. Yet, at 18 weeks I found out I was carrying twins. With guidance from Jess, I then opted to deliver at a birthing centre. In the end,due to possible risk factors I had to deliver at the hospital.
Jess was extremely present and adaptable throughout my entire pregnancy journey.
She reassured me when I was in doubt and was committed to educating me and preparing me for my delivery. She was especially helpful with the changes that occurred now that we were dealing with a multiple pregnancy and a hospital birth.
All this to say, I had a beautiful birthing experience. I felt that I was well prepared for the birth of my babies. Like a great coach, Jess gave me the proper tools and confidence that led me to the finish line as a soon to be mama. She assisted me through all my stages of labor. When my contractions were at their peak and I was feeling beyond overwhelmed she knew exactly how to smooth me. She used breathing techniques and imagery that really kept me present and at peace. She was also a strong force during my pushing phase. She literally held my hand through it all and for that I am forever grateful.
I will most definitely work with her again.
I recommend her to any woman looking for a serene, educational, safe and loving pregnancy/ birth experience.
Liana Montoro
10/30/2017
At the beginning of my pregnancy I planned on having a home birth. Yet, at 18 weeks I found out I was carrying twins. With guidance from Jess, I then opted to deliver at a birthing centre. In the end,due to possible risk factors I had to deliver at the hospital.
Jess was extremely present and adaptable throughout my entire pregnancy journey.
She reassured me when I was in doubt and was committed to educating me and preparing me for my delivery. She was especially helpful with the changes that occurred now that we were dealing with a multiple pregnancy and a hospital birth.
All this to say, I had a beautiful birthing experience. I felt that I was well prepared for the birth of my babies. Like a great coach, Jess gave me the proper tools and confidence that led me to the finish line as a soon to be mama. She assisted me through all my stages of labor. When my contractions were at their peak and I was feeling beyond overwhelmed she knew exactly how to smooth me. She used breathing techniques and imagery that really kept me present and at peace. She was also a strong force during my pushing phase. She literally held my hand through it all and for that I am forever grateful.
I will most definitely work with her again.
I recommend her to any woman looking for a serene, educational, safe and loving pregnancy/ birth experience.
Birth Availability for Jessica Smiley
= Available. Calendar last updated: 05-30-2025
Postpartum Availability for Jessica Smiley
= Available. Calendar last updated: 05-30-2025
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