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Jessica F. | Postpartum Doula in East Los Angeles, CA

Jess Ford Care

    Practice overview

    Born and raised in the Detroit Metro area, I graduated from The University of Michigan where I received my BFA, focusing on painting and fiber art. I began my birth and postpartum doula career in 2017, expanded into full spectrum care, and am now continuing my education in maternal mental health and healing art therapy. I am currently based on Tongva Land / Los Angeles, CA, serving people virtually as well.

    Years experience

    6

    Families supported

    65

    Birth Rate

    1500

    Care philosophy

    My approach to doula work is calm, encouraging and adaptive. I believe each experience is unique and will meet you where you are at in order to provide personalized care. You can expect transparency when working with me, and I will work collaboratively to find the best methods and resources that work specifically for you. I will grow and adapt alongside my clients and want you to feel empowered.

    Services

    •  General childbirth education classes
    • Bereavement doula support
    • Birth doula support
    • Fertility doula support
    • Postpartum doula support
    • Virtual doula support
    • In-home lactation visits

    Specialties and Experience

    • Cesarean birth
    • Expected stillbirth
    • Families conceiving with ART and IVF
    • High-risk pregnancy
    • Induced and high medical technology labor and birth
    • LGBTQ
    • People of color
    • Postpartum mood disorders
    • Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
    • Single parents
    • Waterbirth

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Training SHARE
    • Postpartum Doula Training Mother Tree Doula Services, 2018
    • Birth Doula Training Mother Tree Doula Services, 2017
    • Birth Art Process Training Birthing From Within, 2018
    • Cultural Competency Training Shafia Monroe, 2019
    • Birth Doula Internship Mother Tree Doula Services, 2020
    • Full Spectrum Doula Training Birthing Advocacy, 2020
    • Death Doula Formation Mentorship Jill Schock, LA Death Doula, 2021
    • Perinatal Mental Health Certificate Training, 12 CEUs Maternal Mental Health NOW, 2022

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    Pricing packages

    In-Person Pregnancy Support
    $ 1000
    Comprehensive, holistic support starting at any point in pregnancy. This offering is intended to educate as you navigate your options, to help create and advocate for your birth plan, and to provide tailored support to fit your needs throughout your pregnancy journey. Topics, resources and details include: - Emotional, Mental, and Physical Support - Stages of Pregnancy - Childbirth Preparation - Signs of Labor - Establishing your Care Team - Partner and Family Support - Infant Feeding - Postpartum Planning - Community Resources - Support by phone, email, or text upon beginning work together - Bi-weekly, 1 hour check-ins (or as needed) - Phone and text support in the lead up to and during labor Note - This offering does not include in-person
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options
    Virtual Pregnancy Support
    $ 600
    Comprehensive, holistic support starting at any point in pregnancy. This offering is intended to educate as you navigate your options, to help create and advocate for your birth plan, and to provide tailored support to fit your needs throughout your pregnancy journey. Topics, resources and details include: - Emotional, Mental, and Physical Support - Stages of Pregnancy - Childbirth Preparation - Signs of Labor - Establishing your Care Team - Partner and Family Support - Infant Feeding - Postpartum Planning - Community Resources - Support by phone, email, or text upon beginning work together - Bi-weekly, 1 hour check-ins (or as needed) - Phone and text support in the lead up to and during labor Note - This offering does not include in-person
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options
    The Golden Month:Postpartum Support
    $ 750
    Daytime support (4 hour shifts) twice a week for your first month postpartum Emotional, Mental, and Physical Support - Nourishing teas, herbs, broths and meals - Light household tasks and cleaning - Caring for your newborn so you can tend to yourself - Birth story processing - Logistical planning - Partner and sibling support - Infant feeding - Community resources - Continuous, on call phone or text support
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options
    First 40 Days:Postpartum Support
    $ 1200
    Daytime support (4 hour shifts) twice a week for your first forty days postpartum Emotional, Mental, and Physical Support - Nourishing teas, herbs, broths and meals - Light household tasks and cleaning - Caring for your newborn so you can tend to yourself - Birth story processing - Logistical planning - Partner and sibling support - Infant feeding - Community resources -Continuous, on call phone or text support
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options
    Mini In-Person Postpartum Session
    $ 250
    - Daytime support as needed (4 hour shift) This offering provides families with flexibility to have the support of a postpartum doula without the weeks-long commitment. This mini session is during daytime for 4 hours at your home and includes guidance on newborn care, feeding education and support, traditional healing modalities for the postpartum time, light household tasks, and simple nourishment (broth, soup, teas, etc.)
    Sliding scale pricing available
    Contact for additional pricing options

    Location

    Areas served

    • Burbank, CA
    • Pasadena, CA
    • Glendale, CA

    Collections

    • Alexandra
      January 3, 2024 at 11:03 am | Peer review
      5 /5

      Jess and I teamed up to support an awesome couple in early December 2023 and she was extremely efficient throughout the entire process! I was her backup doula, and she made sure to keep me in the loop about the couple’s birth plan, preferences, progress, and well-being and also facilitated successful communication between the four of us. Additionally, she is very knowledgeable about all things labor, birth, and postpartum and is a wonderful grounding presence 🙂 highly recommend!

    • Egan
      January 8, 2024 at 10:51 am | Client review
      5 /5

      Jess is reliable, non-judgemental, and incredibly helpful throughout it all. She is a comfortable advocate during the vulnerable moments, a steady energy during the anxious moments, and a wonderful woman looking out for your best interest throughout the entire journey. She helped me find light after miscarriage, and was with me every step of the way when I had my beautiful baby the following year. I look forward to hiring Jess again.

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