Becoming a new mom is tough, becoming a new mom without family nearby is even tougher. You think about all the needs of your new little human that you have to tend to day and night, but what I failed to think about were how to tend to my own needs like sleeping, showering and eating- the essentials. I can confidently say that working with Jenny really changed our lives. She is such a wealth of mom-knowledge, but beyond that she is a great friend during such a critical time. Self care does equal care for your child. Our experience with Jenny was a wonderful balance of helping with baby, but also giving a new mom the chance to take some much needed time to herself to clean-up, rest-up and begin to feel human again all the while knowing your baby is in the most warm, gentle and capable hands. Jenny helped guide me through my breastfeeding journey which is rarely easy all the time. She was able to commiserate on the adventures of becoming a new mom from dealing with all the emotions, to how your relationships change, and wondering if your body will ever be like the one you used to know. She was wonderful at building my confidence and reminding me that every day is a blessing that you get to be a mom. Also- she's a great cook! Having dinner ready every night seems like such a small task, but it means so much! Ask her for the sausage soup and the kale salad! It's been several months now since I've worked with Jenny professionally, but she remains a good friend that I feel I can always turn to if I need anything. I am so incredibly grateful to have had the experience to work with her and will DEFINITELY be bringing her back if there is a baby #2! read more

I was incredibly fortunate to have Jenny support me after the birth of my second child. I struggled significantly after having my son and knew I'd benefit from additional support the second time around. It was the best decision and worth every single penny! I honestly can't rave enough about Jenny. From our very first conversion I knew there was something very special about her. As a fellow second-time mom, she deeply understands the change and challenge a second child introduces. In the course of an introductory 30 minute conversation I felt more understood by her than my closest friends and family! Not only did she empathize with the transition, she shared helpful insights and practical tips for welcoming a second child to our family. We hired Jenny immediately--thanking our lucky stars we was available--and continued to be blown away by everything she has to offer. On top of the standard postpartum doula services (at a very competitive rate, no less), she lavished us with delicious meals and snacks specifically catered to postpartum nutritional needs. She is also super knowledgeable about lactation and was a fantastic resource. She actually has more training in that area than most pediatricians! Jenny has a genuine passion for her work and such a wonderful, positive energy. She puts you at ease immediately and makes you feel so well cared for. I always looked forward to seeing her and even though several months have passed since she supported us, I still find myself missing our conversations. Jenny was such a seamless addition to our family. She learned our house very quickly and took care of everything without being asked. It really allowed me to rest, recover, and actually enjoy bonding with my baby! Thanks in no small part to Jenny, my postpartum experience was transformed until something I was dreading into something that I will always cherish. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Hiring Jenny was one of the best decisions we have ever made. My only regret is that I did not hire her earlier and for a longer time period! I first reached out to Jenny as an exhausted second time mom juggling two kids while very sleep deprived. My baby was 2 months and my old daughter was 4 years and I felt totally overwhelmed. I will never forget the day Jenny walked into our home. She has the most kind, gentle, nurturing way about her that is hard to put into words. She jumps right it and does exactly what is needed, and for the first time I was able to take a break. Jenny cooked the most delicious meals for us, cleaned my kitchen and folded laundry, played with my 4 year old (who adores Jenny now!!) and even out my baby down for a nap. I will never forget how much she helped me, and I adore Jenny so much that I would hire her just to sit and talk with her. She is just wonderful. read more

Jenny instantly brought a sense of calm into our home during our transition as new parents to our first son, James. Jenny offers new mother's the opportunity to gain confidence and is a support system that every mom (and dad!) should have after welcoming a new baby to the family. We are originally east coasters with no family in the Bay Area so having Jenny gave us the peace of mind that we could do it! She was so gentle and caring in her approach to caring for me postpartum and offering help and advice for caring for our newborn. From first time baths to diapers and delicious, healthy food to a listening ear, we couldn't be happier to have worked with Jenny. She'll always have a special place in our hearts. If you're considering postpartum doula services then look no further! You will not regret having Jenny's warm presence in your home. read more

Jenny was recommended to me after a particularly hard labor and delivery. Jenny is the best! I am so lucky to have had her help and would still hire her again just to pick her brain and get some rest! Jenny came over with a bright smile, immediately washed her hands and asked if she could hold the baby. She was so warm and whispered the sweetest words to my little son, it was heartwarming, and I realized what a gift she has with little people. The times she has visited she has literally rolled up her sleeves and doles out suggestions/advice/thoughts about the challenges of motherhood while doing dishes, folding laundry, and changing my room around to work better for the baby. Hire this woman! She is just amazing and I am still trying to figure out how to stay in touch now that she is not helping me as much! It felt like I was doing great self care by hiring Jenny! read more

Being a first time Mom and not knowing what to expect, you have a lot of anxiety and questions. Jenny was there to walk me through any inquiry I had and gave me the knowledge and encouragement I needed to feel confident in my new Mom role. Her presence was soothing to me and my baby, Ava, as we learned new and invaluable information. Learning about the importance of swaddling in a sleep sack and sleep routines was so useful as I saw immediate improvement from my newborn. Jenny checking in with me on how I was feeling and recovering and providing ways to take care of myself nutritionally was especially helpful. Also going over general newborn information gave me peace of mind as you don't remember everything from Infant Care class! Jenny has such a calming spirit and her love for babies radiates out of her. Her knowledge and expertise on adjusting to life with a newborn was a perfect fit for our family. Whether this is your first or third baby, having the support of a postpartum doula is a must for any family. With all of the excitement of bringing baby home, it can be stressful and overwhelming while you're settling in. Having the assistance and knowledge of a postpartum doula is so beneficial for you and baby as you establish your new routines. read more

Being unfamiliar with exactly what a postpartum doula provided, I now feel like the answer to that is "everything I need". Jenny literally has an answer, in detail, with options, for everything that has come up so far! (Why am I getting headaches all of a sudden? How do I hold the baby to breastfeed when I can't sit on my couch with my Boppy pillow? I pumped too much and now my boob hurts, what's happening? How on earth do I use these baby carriers? Does it matter where I put my newborn down to sleep yet?) It's such a relief to have a sounding board that is trained and knowledgeable about post birth care (as well as organized), as opposed to hundreds of conflicting articles in a Google search or chat forums with a lot of opinions. I highly recommend any and everyone use a postpartum doula. Jenny's expertise takes something hard and makes it a little easier. Even better, Jenny does it with humor, relatable stories from her own experience as a mom, and a nurturing kindness. Jenny makes the postpartum doula experience so approachable and not only presents you with solutions to any pitfalls, but works through them with you and your baby so that you are comfortable. She's also highly accessible and responsive to answer questions that come up after or before your meeting. read more

We love Jenny! She is real, down to earth, and most importantly, a HUGE help at a time when a mama needs it most. Not only was she a rockstar with my little one, she gladly took on part of the "invisible workload" of meal planning (and then cooking & cleaning!). No other night doula offered a similar service, so I feel super lucky to have found her. I'd recommend Jenny to anyone who's looking for someone who's wonderful with babies, but also wants someone intuitive and "just knows" what support you need, without you asking (or knowing). read more

Jenny is a lifesaver!! I am a typical first-time mom who was terrified to come home from the hospital with a newborn, feeling completely lost and like I would definitely mess everything up somehow. In comes Jenny, who gave me an enormous boost of confidence, taught me every trick in the book to make things easier, and taught me to take care of myself as well as my beautiful baby. As soon as Jenny walked in the door, she seemed to know what I needed before I did. She anticipated our needs as a family, and my needs specifically as a new mom. Thanks to her I feel like a competent mom, and still have most of my sanity! Thank you, Jenny!! read more

While I was pregnant with my third child (other two being ages 4 and 2), I knew that I needed some support for my postpartum. By the time you get to have three children, not many people are knocking on the door to provide support (at least not like the first or second). I contacted Jenny to meet with her and see what type of services she could provide. I was immediately impressed with her professionalism and knowledge. I decided to hire her for week three of my postpartum to help me with meal prepping three times a week for three weeks. I wasn't sure what to expect as I had never had a doula. I was blown away by how nurturing and caring Jenny was. She would come to my house and immediately ask me how I was doing and if I needed anything. She made sure I napped during her time at my house. When I would wake up from my nap, there would be a little snack plate waiting for me. The meals that she cooked were not only delicious and nutritious, but my whole family ate them. Including my very picky toddlers. The days after childbirth are so very hard. There are lots of emotions and moms can often be neglected. Jenny made sure all my needs were met. She took an interest in hearing about how my newborn was doing and made great suggestions. Even as a third time mom, there was so much I didn't know. This postpartum has been incredible for me and I attribute it largely to Jenny. Even 13 weeks postpartum I still follow her meal plans. Actually, I missed Jenny so much after our time was over, that I asked her to come back at a less frequent basis. I am so incredibly grateful to have had the level of support that Jenny provided during my postpartum. I can't say enough good things about her. read more

I recently had my second child and was lucky enough to find Jenny to help support me postpartum. She is amazing. Very knowledgeable, easy to work with, and so incredibly helpful. I think all new moms need support in different ways and Jenny was always sure to inquire about what was best for me and my baby, often knowing without asking. I am truly grateful I was able to work with her. read more