"It’s a crazy thing to put so much trust in someone you barely know to guide you through one of the most vulnerable and important moments of your life. My husband and I could not be more thankful to have chosen Jamie to play such a critical role for our family. Jamie made us feel so empowered and supported in the decisions we had to make, was extremely responsive as we navigated our first weeks of being parents, and left us with tasty treats to wake up to in the morning. We are forever grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Jamie as our postpartum doula and highly recommend her!"

— Jessica

"We had the privilege of hiring Jamie to be our birth and postpartum Doula and it made all the difference in welcoming our first baby home. She eased all of our first time parent anxiety going into our birth experience and fourth trimester by guiding us gently every step of the way, answering our many registry questions, helping us prepare our home for a baby, and teaching us everything we needed to know to have the birth and breastfeeding journey of my dreams. Having her with us in the labor and delivery room made all the difference. Both my husband and I felt so much more confident and in control of the experience because Jamie made sure we understood every aspect and advocated for us and our birth plan every step of the way. Jamie was the most wonderful addition to our Birth team and truly made the biggest positive impact, I couldn’t recommend her more."

— Morgan

"The second best decision I made during pregnancy was getting a doula….the first was picking Jamie! From our first interview I knew she would be perfect for my no nonsense stubborn personality! She helped my husband help me as we were both doing it for the first time! The constant contact was so reassuring through my pregnancy. The tips and tricks she brought and had helped me labor at home as long as possible which was my plan. My labor was not what I imagined it would be and Jamie helped me see the bright side and I truly believe that helped me cope with a rough and heartbreaking dream labor and delivery! I will forever be grateful she helped get my little girl here safely! I would choose her a hundred times over! Thank you Jamie from myself, Joe and Madison! P.S I promise I will still have a million questions for you!"

— Samantha

"Jamie is the absolute best! She was my doula for the birth of my second child. My first child was born in the beginning of the COVID-19 lockdown and I wanted to make sure that my second birth could be more 'normal' and positive. I met with several doulas prior to choosing to work with Jamie who I thought hit just the right balance of crunchy + silky--aka scrunchie. Every time we met I felt like I was talking to an old friend. We discussed my desire for low intervention without veering too far into the esoteric. We also discussed which interventions I wanted if and when appropriate, using the BRAIN method, all from a place of scientific knowledge without being overly clinical or sterile for something so meaningful. Jamie met with me and my husband and we discussed our expectations and contingencies, particularly since my prior birth went fairly quickly. Jamie was also sensitive to my concerns regarding disparate maternal outcomes women of color and Black women in particular face. This was incredibly important to me. I felt as though I could trust her to be my advocate in one of the most vulnerable moments in my life. Once the big day arrived, Jamie showed up at the hospital shortly after we did and immediately made my husband and I feel at ease with the process. She was an amazing advocate for my comfort and even managed to set the mood for my delivery with twinkle lights in spite of my short labor and quick birth. If you have ever heard from someone who has had a short labor, it can easily feel like things are spiraling out of control. With Jamie there, I felt like despite hiccups things were staying under control. She also took great pictures for us which I am incredibly grateful for and followed up with us during the postpartum period. Do yourself a favor and book Jamie. It is worth every penny to have her be part of your experience and to be part of your life!"

— Michelle

"We were so incredibly grateful to have found @the_dotingdoula . We recently had our first child and knew we wanted a doula to be apart of our pregnancy and birth. We can’t describe in so many words what Jamie is and means to us. She is an absolute Godsend and there is no other person we could recommend enough to have on your support team. Through one of the most ever life changing experiences, as we navigated pregnancy, birth, and postpartum and even through the ever challenging diagnosis of my Gestational Diabetes, 40 week induction, and an unplanned C-section, Jamie was by our side every step of the way. She was there for every update, call, text, FaceTime and provided tremendous amounts of resources for us. With induction on the table, Jamie still had her bag of tricks to help me labor comfortably in the sterile hospital setting. Twinkle lights, affirmation cards, aromatherapy, hot/cold therapy, TENS Machine, massage, just to name a few. I was able to labor unmedicated for over 12 hours thanks to her tools. While I didn't experience the birth I planned to have and dreamed, as birth can be so unpredictable…We can’t thank Jamie enough for all of her support during our pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. She continues to be supportive in checking in and offering assistance, advice, and resources. We are so ever grateful to have had Jamie by our side 🤍 If you ever need Doula services, Jamie is my top recommendation"

— Marissa

"Jamie is an absolute earth Angel! She descended from the heavens when I needed her oh so desperately. Jamie provided postpartum doula care for my daughter starting when she was 3 weeks old. Within the first few minutes meeting Jamie I felt so at ease—it was an instant connection. I trusted her immediately with my daughter. She is patient, gentle and the “baby whisperer”! She was able to calm my daughter and get her to sleep so quickly I was so grateful. In addition to the love and attention Jamie provided for my newborn, she also provided just as much care for this first time mom. I was sleep deprived and an emotional mess and Jamie was right there, supporting me in my times of need. She held me as I sobbed on numerous occasions! She also provided guidance and excellent advice on breastfeeding and other troubleshooting, and connected me to postpartum support groups. She was also the one to identify my daughters tongue tie and reflux issues, and connected us to the best medical care. To say Jamie saved me and our family is an understatement! She has become a forever part of our family and we are so truly grateful for her. (PS She also makes a MEAN apple crisp!!)."

— Molly

"Jamie was a godsend! My husband and I used her for 3+ weeks as a postpartum overnight doula! She not only helped us get much needed sleep but she helped me with breastfeeding. I had bad anxiety leaving the hospital not feeling like I knew what I was doing and within 48 hours of having Jamie at our home my entire breastfeeding experience changed. I had a better latch, I started producing more and she gave me plenty of tips. I have her to thank that I am still breastfeeding now 3 moths PP. The added bonus of her baking us a fresh treat every morning didn't hurt either ;-) I will definitely be using her for our second child!"

— Rachel

"Jamie was absolutely great! We hired Jamie for overnights for the first 5+ weeks after having our baby. Not only did she take amazing care of her and allowed us to get sleep, she folded our laundry, did dishes/unloaded the dishwasher, washed my pump multiple times a night, and would even bake something for us to wake up to. Even though we might have been more experienced as parents the second time around, I learned a few tricks along the way from working with Jamie too. She made those first few weeks of having a newborn (and a toddler at home), significantly more manageable, and also was a judgment free shoulder to lean on during this vulnerable time. We would absolutely hire Jamie again without doubt."

— Alexa

“Jamie was absolutely amazing as my post partum doula for 3 months. She provided me with all the support and advice I needed as a first time mom. She was so great in caring for me and my baby. Jamie helped with housework and even did some baking which I loved! My baby was so comfortable being with her while I rested or took a shower. I already know that I will be hiring Jamie in the future when I have my next baby. Highly recommend!!”

— Jillian

"We hired Jamie for overnight support with our first child and cannot say enough good things about her. As new parents, we had ample nerves and ample questions. Jamie was beyond helpful and provided so much more than we could have hoped for in both direct support and in sharing her vast knowledge (and baking skills!) with us. We also appreciated how well organized and communicative she was from the very beginning. It made us feel confident in her reliability. We happily recommend Jamie to any parent, whether they are having their first kid or have a couple already."

— Gabe

"Jamie ran our Fourth Trimester group at The Nesting Place. She was an absolute pleasure to work with! Jamie made us all feel comfortable enough to share our experiences as she opened up the group. It was helpful to hear Jamie’s experiences as well. She’s kind and never judgmental while keeping conversations flowing and peppering in humor. I highly recommend working with Jamie in any capacity!"

— Stephanie

“I recently had my first child and couldn’t have made it through my pregnancy without Jamie’s help. From answering my endless array of questions or providing tips, she was always knowledgeable and professional! I would highly recommend her for any pregnancy or postpartum needs!”

— Taylor

"Do yourself a favor and hire Jamie if you are planning on a c-section. Jamie was a tremendous help to me the nights she stayed with me and my baby in the hospital. I was able to get the rest and sleep I needed with her there with us."

— Cheryl

"Can’t speak highly enough about Jamie’s help during the first few weeks after my baby was born. She was excellent in helping to care for my newborn as well as me, and it was invaluable to gain peace of mind from her support and advice in the early days of new motherhood."

— Shanna

“Jamie was great at offering support and advice during the trying 4th trimester, especially during my breastfeeding journey. She helped me navigate everything from flange size and latching, to cluster feedings and weaning. I was grateful I had her to ask my questions She is a real expert!”

— Jessica

“Jamie answered all my breastfeeding questions and was instrumental in teaching me how to get a good latch! Without her assistance my breastfeeding journey would have ended as soon as we got home from the hospital. Jamie is so helpful, caring, knowledgeable, and very encouraging! Thank you for all your support!”

— Dominique