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Jennifer, Certified Postpartum Doula and Breastfeeding Specialist

I came to postpartum doula work after years of being “the person everyone called” when a new baby arrived—first as a mother myself and then as the unofficial doula for friends and extended family. Over time, I turned that calling into a profession, earning multiple postpartum doula certifications through ProDoula and becoming certified in lactation support, so I could pair my lived experience with strong, evidence-based skills.

Over the past nine years, I’ve had the honor of supporting more than 60 families through the early, often overwhelming weeks after bringing their baby home. Working with a wide range of family structures, birth experiences, parenting styles, and return-to-work timelines has taught me to be adaptable, observant, and deeply respectful of each family’s unique needs and values.

As a postpartum doula, I bring a calm, grounding presence and a steady, reassuring voice so you feel less anxious and more confident in your own instincts. Families often tell me that having me there feels like having a trusted friend who also happens to know a lot about babies—someone they can ask anything, cry with, laugh with, and truly lean on during those long days.

Whether you are a first-time parent or welcoming another baby, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are—emotionally and practically—so you never feel like you have to figure things out alone. Parents frequently share that our time together helped them rest more, enjoy their baby more, and look back on those early weeks with far more peace and confidence than they expected.

Postpartum Doula Service Area:

Jennifer supports new families anywhere in Washingon DC, Bethesda, College Park, Gaithersburg, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and McLean.

Training

  • Certified Postpartum Doula and Infant Care Specialist (ProDoula)
  • Certified Postpartum Doula (DONA)
  • Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (Lactation Education Resources)
  • Lactation Counselor Training (ALPP)
  • Adult/Infant CPR and First Aid certified
  • Working With Multiples Training
  • Postpartum Mood Disorder Training
  • Babywearing Workshop

Experience

  • Worked with multiples

Plus...

  • Mom of two adult sons
  • Tdap, Flu and Covid vaccinated
  • I love all animals and am happy to help with your furry family members!