My husband and I found Janelle just a couple weeks before our baby's due date, and we are so glad we did! Given that we were so close to my due date, we were a little concerned about not being able to find a good doula that would align with our views and advocate for our wishes for birth. Janelle was the perfect fit from the start! She was very accommodating and set up a prenatal appointment with us as soon as possible. During the appointment, she listened attentively to our vision for labor and provided us with a wealth of information. She was supportive by text and phone call in the weeks leading up to labor, which was beneficial as well. When it came time for delivery day, Janelle was there when we needed her. I liked the fact that she was open to being with us as much or as little as we felt we needed, especially during early labor. When labor ramped up for me, Janelle stayed calm and provided support continuously. We delivered at a hospital and I wanted to try to deliver unmedicated. Looking back, there is no way my husband and I could have done it without Janelle's support. I was able to deliver my baby without an epidural just as I had envisioned because of the tips, tricks and tools Janelle provided for us. Not only was she a huge asset for labor and delivery, but Janelle also has shared some great resources with us after our baby's birth. We have come into contact with some great doctors and lactation consultants because of Janelle. We highly recommend her services and would choose her for any future births over and over again! Thank you again, Janelle!!

Janelle is kind-hearted, personable, knowledgeable, and incredibly talented. During our prenatal visits, she provided us with invaluable information that helped me feel more prepared for the birth process. My labor was very long, lasting over 24 hours, and Janelle was with us every step of the way. She advocated for me, encouraged me, and offered unwavering support throughout. She was instrumental in suggesting different positions and techniques to help progress my labor. Janelle is truly meant for this work—she is an extraordinary doula, and I’m so grateful for her care and expertise.

Janelle was such a huge part in welcoming our first baby Earthside. She helped us feel so calm during pregnancy and gave us all of the information we could've asked for to help us make our decisions with our birth. When I called her after my water broke, before labor started, she immediately made me feel excited that we'd be meeting my little baby soon! She rushed to my side as soon as we called letting her know contractions ramped up and stayed right by my side while I labored the entire night. She held my hands as baby was finally making her entrance into the world. Her voice calmed me during labor and reminded me how to breathe to ease contractions. Janelle provided an overall calmness to the entire experience, it was beautiful. We couldn't be happier to have had her for our prenatal, homebirth, and postpartum journey. 10/10 definitely recommend Janelle for any doula needs!

Janelle was such a blessing to our family! She has such wonderful calm energy- she took wonderful care of our baby so that I could get some rest in the postpartum period. She also helped fold our mountain of laundry several times, and was so sweet to our toddler. She truly is a person that makes you feel so comfortable, and has such a soothing presence.

Janelle was the perfect addition to our birth team! My midwife urged me to get a doula as I was having an unmedicated Home birth and this was my first one. I was hesitant for the longest time as we financially were stretched already. At 36 weeks we interviewed and welcomed Janelle to the team, I’m so glad we did cause I truly don’t think I could’ve done it without her! I truly had the most incredible experience because Janelle was constantly giving me suggestions to help speed up the progression of my labor. I was very communicative with her throughout the whole process and she listened to my cues. I mentioned I was throwing up with my contractions and she decided it was time for her to come at that point. I’m so glad she did cause by the time she got there I needed her support and shortly after so did my husband. He got queasy for a moment and had to take a seat in the other room, meanwhile Janelle stepped in to comfort me while he gathered himself together again and was able to participate the remainder of the labor and delivery with confidence and excitement! Janelle also captured the most beautiful moments during the birth of our son. I’ll forever be grateful for her and the comfort she brought us through the whole process. This was her first home birth she attended and you would’ve never known! Thank you Janelle for being the woman you are.

We decided to find a doula days before my die day. We found Janelle and she responded quickly setting an Inhome visit the same weekend. Before the visit, she sent a list of questions and information for us to review which is very helpful for me and my partner! Janelle came when I started contraction and throughout my time in the hospital for 5 days, she constantly checked in making sure me, my baby and my partner would have the support we need. She stayed with us from the early morning until evening guiding my partner and me using different natural pain relieve methods for my active contractions. She was there the whole time until my baby was born. For the first time mom, we are grateful for having Janelle to help out during my labor. She is proactive, flexible, curious about new knowledge and culture diversify. I would recommend Janelle!

I hired Janelle as my doula as I entered my third trimester of pregnancy. Although we didn't have much time together, I'm beyond glad that I found her when I did. Janelle is so sweet and caring to your needs. She does not overstep in any situation and instead gives you the researched information you need to make an informed decision on your own. She is great at being available for you at any point for questions or concerns. I had a very unexpected birth and she was very calm and helpful through the whole thing and even after the fact through postpartum. I would definitely reccomend Janelle and I look forward to possibly having her as a doula again in a future pregnancy!

Janelle was such a blessing to have through my pregnancy and birth. She was not only very supportive of my birth plan, but helped me navigate through things when they turned out differently then expected. She consistently provided educational resources so I could make informed choices, and empowered me to advocate for the birth I wanted. She was very responsive, and all of her efforts were very apparent. She is amazing and I absolutely recommend her services, no matter the type of birth you are having!

I loved every part of having Janelle as my doula! She was very attentive to my needs from early morning hours to staying after birth to make sure I was settled and comfortable. She coached my breathing, helped with positions and definitely relieved stress. A five-star rating for sure!