Testimonial for Jessica Ann
For our first baby, my husband and I wanted a doula to guide and support us through our whole pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Jessica Ann was an advocate that was knowledgeable about several birthing circumstances. She provided resources, prenatal massages, acupressure, and unlimited calling/texting! She encouraged my husband’s involvement by teaching him support strategies, practicing labor positions with us at our home and giving him techniques to help me cope through labor. We did a hypnobirthing class where we got individualized attention. When I went into labor Jess came within an hour and helped me labor at home for the first 7 hours! She helped me make tough decisions like when to go to the hospital. I don't think I could have done the first 20 hours unmedicated of my 26 hour labor without her and my husband working together! I had awful back labor and Jess pressed her fist into my back for counter pressure for every contraction for 20 HOURS of labor! She repeated affirmations for me to focus on, helped me breathe slowly, supported me in the decision to get an epidural when labor became overwhelming, and reassured my husband that everything would be ok and calmed his nerves during that time.
Personally, the most invaluable way that Jess supported us was taking so many pics and videos of labor. The pics of seeing and holding our daughter for the first time is the best gift she ever gave us!
After we came home, Jess came for a pp visit. She checked I was transitioning, and discussed my birth story. She reminded me of moments/silly things that happened during my labor that I had forgotten or didn't notice and asked how I felt about my story, even when it didn’t go as expected.
In summary, my husband and I both agree that Jess was worth every penny! Her calming and encouraging presence throughout it all removed a lot of anxiety, fear and pressure off both of us. We highly recommend her! Thanks for everything, Jess!
-Kate McDougall
August 12, 2022
Jessica Ann
Happy Mama Place
Birth Fee: $1250 to $1950
