Nourish Me Naturally Lactation and Doula Services

11/05/2026

One of the saddest things for me as a doula is seeing the hospital system taint the perception of midwives.

Women think they are getting midwifery care because the hospital has midwives on staff. The hospital based midwife is not even close to an independent midwife model of care!

After families receive care from a hospital based midwife, many carry that as their idea of how all midwives would have provided care.

Independent midwives work tirelessly to provide client-centered care. They treat birth as a natural, hands-off event empowering women to trust their body. They handle situations that require additional intervention with calmness and compassion. They are highly trained to handle many issues that can arise and have the knowledge to know when true medical transfer and intervention is required.

Families deserve to know a higher quality of care exists outside these institutions.

And most of all,

Our midwives deserve the recognition of the unmatched care they provide!

11/04/2026

Hospital Culture NEEDS TO CHANGE!

A recent client had a nurse say to her:

“why did you even come here if you were going to refuse treatment?”

My answer to that:
Because these families don’t fully believe me when I educate them on the coercion, manipulation and bullying that happens here; but they sure do believe it by the time they leave!

Just because a family chooses to birth at a hospital doesn’t mean they are going to blindly follow all your unnecessary protocols!

10/30/2026

I had the pleasure of supporting these first time parents as they welcomed their son. When waters ruptured in the middle of the night at only 36w4d, mom and dad stayed calm and trusted the process. It was beautiful to witness this strong woman fight through her self doubt and birth baby completely unmedicated.
Tiny little peanut but healthy and happy! He got to stay right with mom and dad.
Welcome to the world sweet prince!

10/07/2026

These 2nd time parents were such a joy to support. Mom literally kept her sense of humor through the whole process!
Loved that she kept reminding herself “I still get to be the writer of my birth story” when things didn’t start the way she had hoped.

Welcome baby Emily!

This little girl couldn't wait any longer. Congratulations to mom & dad ❤

09/15/2026

Reviews like this keep me going!

This is why we do what we do.

Having a doula isn't just about having someone in the delivery room—it's about having someone you know, trust, and feel comfortable turning to throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Jen has been such an important part of the Helping Hands team, and reviews like this are such a beautiful reminder of the impact compassionate, knowledgeable support can have on a family's birth experience. 🌿

Thank you to this mama for trusting us during such an important chapter of your life, and a huge shoutout to Jen for continuing to go above and beyond for the families she serves. 💗

09/10/2026

What a wonderful birth for my return after a much needed “birth hiatus”. I supported this momma’s sister back in December. Nothing better than a client referral!
This mom handled labor and birth like a pro!

Welcome sweet girl!

This mama trusted her body & let it do the work! Just because you are 10 cm, doesn't mean you have to start pushing if you aren't feeling the urge.

Thanks Jen for supporting this new family!

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08/21/2026

Any of my doula friends, past clients, etc looking for a fun event for a great cause? Sign up today! You are able to request up to 3 teams to start together.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Grab your golf partner and get ready to Glow Fore the Kids!

Join us for the 1st Annual Glow Fore the Kids Glow Golf Fundraiser benefiting Roscommon-St. Helen Little League!

📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
📍 Redwood Golf Course
⛳ 9-hole, 2-person scramble
🌙 Sh***un start at 9:00 PM
💰 $150 per 2-person team
👥 Only 27 teams / 54 golfers

Registration begins at 7:45 PM.

💳 Payment is Venmo only. Your team is confirmed once payment is received.

Please note: Participants 18 and under must be on a two-person team with an adult (18+). Golf cart drivers must be 16+ with a valid driver’s license.

Funds raised will support improvements to our Little League facilities, including scoreboards, irrigation, infield improvements, and more.

👉 Register your team: https://forms.gle/MrPcurFW86LmcRrf9

Don't have a partner? Reach out and we'll do our best to help!

Golf. Glow. Give Back.

Let's make our first Glow Fore the Kids an event to remember!

08/09/2026

Ruger’s football fundraiser 😊

Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

07/31/2026

2 wonderful opportunities to meet me and other doulas that serve these counties!
Stop in to say hi and learn how a doula can support you while pregnant, during labor, and after baby arrives.

07/31/2026

A referral from past clients is an honor unmatched by anything else in the business world.
I was able to support dear friends of a family I had worked with earlier this year. Both welcoming their first baby.

The journey for this couple was filled with turns and twists. After all these obstacles; when it came time to make a birth plan, mom knew what she wanted. When the twist of an induction became apparent, she was able to stick to her plan as closely as possible with the help of her husband and doula. Resulting in a beautiful unmedicated, vaginal birth even after having the long list of interventions pushed by the medical field during an induction.

Welcome to the world baby girl! 🩷