Testimonials

"Jen was great!!  We were having our first child without any family nearby and having Jen there to support us was so comforting.  Her personality is so friendly and upbeat.  She is completely open to whatever experience you want to have, she just wants to be there as your support.  She presented various viewpoints to any questions we had, not pressuring us toward any certain direction or decision.  The night/day of my labor it was such a relief having her there to massage, answer questions, be a backup when my husband wanted to rest, etc.  I wouldn't have done things any differently or chosen any other doula!"
--Erin C. 

"Jen was a fantastic doula to this first-time mom! My husband and I were immediately comfortable with Jen when we met her. She offered valuable information to help us make decisions about the kind of birth we hoped to have, and was supportive of our choices. She was there for me when I went into labor early. I had a VERY long labor and Jen stuck with us all the way through! She helped me to advocate for myself in the hospital. She even came through with emergency breastfeeding help when I was struggling getting started. Jen was an indispensable part of our birth experience and I would recommend her to any friend."
--Karin H. 

"Jen was a wonderful labor support for my husband and me. We initially hired her for a private childbirth/newborn class and connected with her right away. We decided that having a birth doula would enhance our experience and it did! Jen was a source of reassurance, information, and support. It was a special moment when our baby was born, and we were glad that Jen was there! We highly recommend her."
--Erika D. 

"Jen is a great doula. My husband was unsure at first, but after our second meeting with her he was glad he didn't have to help me on his own.  Jen spent hours with me about what I wanted and what kind of experience I wanted. She was supportive of my birth plan and doesn't let her own opinions get in the way of her job.  During my labor she was fantastic; she helped me focus and calmed me down. She is the only reason I didn't get an epidural, if it wasn't for Jen I would have caved and got one for sure... she was my rock during labor and I wouldn't have another baby unless I knew Jen could be there to help me again!"
--Stephanie M.

"Jen Camomile is a wonderful doula! I was a first time Mom without family and friends nearby. I didn’t know a thing about birth and pregnancy. Upon the advice of a colleague,  I decided to hire a doula to support, educate and prepare myself for the birthing process. The first time I met Jen my husband and I felt instantly comfortable with her... she is down to earth and has a light, joyful spirit. I knew I could count on her just like I would a family member or close friend. Her knowledge and wisdom about pregnancy, the birth process, and caring for a newborn is not only based on her own personal experience but also upon her extensive training as a doula.  Jen was flexible, worked around our busy schedules and was always available to answer any questions. Her private childbirth and newborn classes saved us valuable time because she custom tailored them to give us only information we wanted. Her guidance and information helped me feel confident in my ability to have a natural birth.  During my labor, Jen used massage to ease my labor pain. It was the only thing that helped me feel better. Her calm, nurturing energy and supportive words were a blessing in the moments when I thought I couldn't push anymore. Thanks to Jen, my birth was an AMAZING experience. I highly recommend her."
--Jennifer F.

"Jen was so amazing through my birth with my second son.  I had complete back labor the entire time and between her, my midwife, a nurse, and my husband, Jen was the only one who could make the pain go away with her hip squeeze technique.  She lasted all night with us and even stuck around during an emergency c-section to wait to see how we did.  Having Jen there in the trying times was very calming for everyone and I couldn't say enough good things about her.  If you're thinking of using a doula, I wouldn't look any further.  I don't think there's anyone that wouldn't like her.  Oh, and also, she did everything while being about 8 months pregnant herself.  She's the best!"
--Mandy D.

"Jennifer was a wonderful addition to have in the delivery room.  My husband and I are not originally from California so when we found out that we were expecting we knew we would need help.  None of our family would be available.  After meeting with Jennifer several times and discussing our birthing plan and expectations she became family to us. 

We were both very happy to have Jennifer go through the entire birthing process with us.  She shared the most intimate moments of our lives without being intrusive.  She was able to effectively communicate with the nurses and doctors and was a powerful advocate of our birthing plan.  She was able to ask questions and help us with our decision making.  She rarely left my side through 21 hours of labor.  She was well trained in different techniques to help ease the pain and was a comfort to us both.  She was invaluable as a comfort, source of knowledge and advocate to/for my husband.  I was able to focus on what I needed to do because I knew Jennifer was checking and making sure he was hanging in there.
After the birth, she checked on us via phone and a home visit.  She answered any questions we had regarding after care.  She made herself available to us and was very knowledgeable. 

I have enthusiastically recommended Jennifer to my friends who are expecting.  We would not have had such a good experience if Jennifer had not been there watching over us and helping us.  We plan to have her be our doula for the birth of our future children as well." 
--Chris and Tracie B.