Nourished Mama Birth Doula

08/11/2021

We moved! I’m so excited to be offering pregnancy, labor, and birth support in and around the Pioneer Valley, MA.

09/10/2021

07/06/2020

I’m listening...

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/natal/id1508013775

‎Documentary · 2020

24/03/2020

Dear Mama,
You are sad, angry, mad, enraged, and heartbroken over the loss of the birth experience you dreamed of. I hear you. Now put one hand over your heart and the other on your belly, breathe deep and come back to what you know...you can do this. You have the power within you to get through this. You will birth your baby and you will be surrounded by loving support. I will be here for you in all the ways possible to help you navigate pregnancy and birth during this pandemic. This is the time reach out and ask for help. We are in this together.
❤️,
Jess

13/02/2020

So much love surrounds this family. Friends and family from near and far came to hold a hand and provide encouragement during labor. The community vibe is strong. Gratitude for including me in your pregnancy and birth. 💕

09/02/2020

Reading this testimonial on DoulaMatch warmed my heart ❤️. This couple’s strength during labor was incredible to witness! It is an absolute honor for me to be able to support families during their birth journey.

03/02/2020

For centuries people have relied on herbal remedies to beat colds and flu. Here are a few staples my family uses during this season of sniffles...

https://thebirthcenter.com/2020/01/winter-herbal-remedies/

Winter Herbal Remedies by thebirthcenter | Jan 30, 2020 | Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Motherhood, Women's Health and Wellness | 0 comments by Jessica Ladin Jessica Ladin is a birth doula, forest kindergarten teacher, and mama to two children. Her interest in herbal medicine deepened after beco...

23/09/2019

🍂 Happy Autumn Equinox to you 🍂 What are you doing to mark the seasonal shift? I’m tincturing all.the.goldenrod (thank you newfound seasonal allergies 🤧), making itch balms, and ready to strain the kids’ elderberry tincture. The beginning of Fall in DE feels like a continuation of spring, but these little herbal preparations signal change is coming!

14/09/2019

Asking new parents to find time to fill out a “quick form” is tricky. I understand they have zero minutes to do anything extra anymore, and so I am super grateful to receive any amount of feedback. I love affirming the ways I can continue to support families in the future.

26/08/2019

The postpartum steaming study results shared on the MagaMama podcast are incredible! If you want to know more, check out my sweet friend and local practitioner Teal Marie — http://www.tealmariedesign.com/mypreciousv

‎Show MagaMama with Kimberly Ann Johnson: S*x, Birth and Motherhood, Ep EP76: Fourth Trimester Vaginal Steaming Study Results - Jul 5, 2019

09/06/2019

Great article in support of doulas ❤️

May is International Doula Month.  Lamaze International and Connecting the Dots recognize and appreciate the beneficial role both birth and postpartum doulas serve in helping families thrive not just survive through the childbearing year.  After all, Lamaze International’s Healthy Birth Practice...

21/02/2019

It’s the little things we DO sometimes ❤️

YES.

13/02/2019

30/01/2019

I’m talking with Dr. Andrea Moses Ciolkosz of Spinal Health & Wellness about being a doula. Check us out ❤️

03/12/2018

Vegetarian food prep today for a postpartum client: roasted brussel sprouts and butternut squash quinoa power bowls, baked spaghetti squash ready to eat (not pictured), crunchy chickpeas for snacking, toasted sesame broccoli and peanut tofu with soba noodles, cut veggies for snacking, and banana nut muffins (not pictured). Yum!! And baby-wearing made much of this possible!

01/12/2018

Gingerbread pumpkin oat muffins!!