Testimonial for Jesse Waller, PD, PPD, CILFS, LMT (she/they)
It’s hard to accurately describe how much I appreciate what Jesse did for us. From the beginning, we picked Jesse to be our doula because I connected with their straightforward approach and deep well of knowledge. They immediately made me feel comfortable and taken care of, like I was in good, capable hands. Jesse brought evidence based advice as well as support that helped me stay connected to my body.
During my pregnancy, Jesse was constantly in touch, offering advice and resources and anytime they didn’t immediately have an answer, Jesse would research it and get back to me.
When l finally started laboring, Jesse was by our sides guiding us for nearly 20 hours. At home, Jesse helped me move through the labor, encouraging good breathing and coping techniques. They helped us know what to do next and centered the experience between my partner and I.
Once we made it to the hospital, Jesse continued to be our guide. From positions, to talking to our midwife and nurses, to ensuring we both had enough calories.
When things got tough, Jesse made me feel capable but also listened when I was feeling unsure of being able to continue unmedicated. They physically supported me so much as well with hip squeezes and holding my legs during pushing, and so much more.
Once my son was born and had to be taken to the NICU, Jesse stayed with me while my husband went with our son. It was an incredibly scary, vulnerable, overwhelming moment and to not have any other family there, Jesse there was so calming and reassuring. But it was more than that, I felt their love and care so deeplly, it was like having my mom with me.
Saying thank you or writing a review feels so trivial compared to what we received. Jesse still regularly texts sweet notes asking about our son, even 7 months after his birth.
It all becomes a hazy memory, but I will never forget how capable and cared for Jesse made me feel.
-Christie Thompson
January 02, 2024
Birth Fee: $1500 to $1700
Postpartum Rate: $40 to $45
