Jessica Thuma

About me

Hi, I’m Jessica — a fertility and birth doula, certified lactation counselor (CLC), and prenatal yoga and meditation teacher serving families in and around Woodstock, Illinois. I support individuals and families through conception, pregnancy, and birth with a blend of evidence-based guidance and mindfulness-based practices. My approach is calm, compassionate, and deeply personalized, helping you feel confident and cared for as you navigate the many layers of your fertility or birthing journey. Whether you’re preparing for conception, planning your ideal birth, or seeking clarity and support around lactation, I’m here to walk alongside you with presence and understanding. Together, we’ll create a supportive space that honors your intuition, builds trust in your body, and fosters a peaceful, empowering start to your next chapter.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Buena Vista University (2014)

Certification and training

Maternal Support Practitioner Training, bebo mia (2025)

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Woodstock Yoga Lounge (2020)

Certified Lactation Counselor, Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (2025)

Credentials

Specialties

Languages

English

Service introduction

I offer fertility and birth doula support, lactation counseling as a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), and mindful yoga instruction. Blending evidence-based care with yoga, meditation, and compassionate guidance, I create a calm, supportive space to help you feel grounded, confident, and cared for from conception through birth and early feeding.

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