Executive Director | Maternal & End-of-Life Health Advocate | Educator | Speaker | Doula | Co-Founder, Doula Business Blueprint | @fitcurvy50plus
I’m honored to step into the role of Executive Director at DOULA CO-OP of Nevada!
In this new chapter, I’m leading efforts to expand access to both birth and end-of-life doula care, advocate for equitable, compassionate support across the lifespan, and uplift the incredible community of doulas serving Nevada families.
While I’m stepping back from taking private clients through Doula In Reno, my dedication to supporting families—and the doulas who serve them—is stronger than ever.
This role gives me the opportunity to grow our impact, build statewide partnerships, and support a network of doulas who walk with people at their most vulnerable and meaningful moments—from first breaths to final goodbyes.
I’m excited to lead, collaborate, and keep pushing this work forward. Let’s keep making a difference, together.
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Jenn & Tiara’s online community is designed for both aspiring and practicing doulas who want to confidently navigate the business side of birth work. From business planning to client care, the Blueprint offers practical, doula-specific tools that lead to real results. You’ll also gain access to 2-on-1 business support sessions, plus the option to work with us directly through 1-on-1 business mentorship.
Join the Blueprint and take your doula business to the next level!
Looking for a Doula in Northern Nevada? Here’s What to Look For:
Trusted by Families
Start with reviews! You can check out Google Business Pages as one source for testimonials. Word-of-mouth referrals are also powerful when choosing the right doula.
Certified & Experienced
Nevada now offers state certification through the Nevada Certification Board, especially for doulas serving Medicaid clients. These doulas meet higher training standards and can be reimbursed as Medicaid Providers.
Bonus: Doulas participating in the Doula Access Program (DAP) — a collaboration between DOULA CO-OP of Nevada and Renown Medical Center — receive hospital training and credentials, including volunteer badge access. These doulas serve as “nurse extensions” and are deeply integrated into the birth team.
Personalized, Compassionate Support
Every family is different — and every doula relationship should be too. Look for someone who:
Supports your values and decisions
Listens to your needs
Aligns with your birth preferences
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“Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers ~ strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength.” – Barbara Katz Rothman
FREE RESOURCE!
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding and Choosing a Doula
This downloadable PDF pulls together my most helpful blog posts into one easy-to-read guide. You’ll get:
A birth doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to mothers throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and early postpartum.
The word doula is rooted in ancient Greek and means “woman who serves.” That’s exactly what your doula does — she walks with you, supports you, and serves your family during a transformative time.
Doulas Provide:
Emotional reassurance and encouragement
Physical comfort techniques
Evidence-based information
Guidance on navigating choices
Partner support (we’re there for them too!)
They do not perform medical procedures or clinical assessments — instead, they complement your care team and amplify your voice during birth.
Doulas Are Comfortable In Any Setting:
Hospitals (natural birth, medication-assisted, or cesarean)
Birth centers
Home births
We are pro-choice about your informed decisions, not your birth setting or birth plan. Our focus is you.
Research Shows Doulas Help To:
Lower the Cesarean rate
Shorten labor
Reduce the use of Pitocin and forceps
Decrease requests for epidurals
Improve satisfaction with the birth experience
Decrease trauma and negative outcomes
Improve breastfeeding initiation
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Whether you’re unsure where to start your doula journey or want to connect professionally, I’m happy to help. Contact Form
JENN’S CURRENT VOLUNTEER POSITIONS:
Curriculum & CE Committee Advisor, Nevada Certification Board
Board Member, Nevada Breastfeeding Coalition
Jenn is a dream come true; I can’t imagine having gone through birth without her. My labor was quite fast and I didn’t get to use all the tools in Jenn’s extensive tool belt, but even just her presence there was helpful. And I think that’s something amazing about Jennifer – she is there for your birth, and SO MUCH MORE. Her attention to us before and after birth was worth its weight in gold. She helped us get extremely confident in our birth plan especially since she knows how birth in NV works inside and out. She relieved any nerves or anxiety we had during our prenatal check ins and postpartum she was an angel in guiding us how to take care of a newborn. Basically she was a master at both grounding us down and hyping us up! All the evidence points to the fact that having a doula makes birth better, but having Jenn specifically as a doula takes it to a whole new level. Book her while you can!
Lucy Hunt
You can tell Jennifer has a huge, passionate heart from the moment your conversation starts. She asks great questions and is very encouraging. I highly recommend her all around!
Jaclyn Downs
I was lucky enough to find Jenn on Instagram looking for local doulas. Her page, blog and how knowledgeable she is intrigued me right away! We had an interview and it went so smoothly she’s a dream to work with. Meeting her in person she was so sweet, caring and informative. Having her on my care team made me feel so supported! She made my boyfriend and I feel very comfortable. She was on our side vetting for us and what we wanted. I had a long labor and I felt empowered through it all with her by our side. I felt like I was able to make informed decisions without confusion or hesitation because of how well informed we were thanks to Jenn! Parenting was so new to us and her visits with us postpartum reassured us we were making the right decisions in taking care of our little. All in all my pregnancy, labor and postpartum experience wouldn’t have been anywhere near as amazing as it was if it wasn’t for Jenn. I couldn’t say enough good things about her as a person or how seriously she takes her career and taking care of us mothers. She’s one of the most amazing human beings who’s passionate about what she does and it shows in her work and effort constantly! I absolutely recommend her services and I plan on having her join our care team again for our next baby!! Thank you so much for all you did for us Jenn, I cherish you and our journey together forever!!
Briana Palomares
While I work in the medical field and in women’s health I was still a first time mom and it was my first labor. You can do all the research and feel as prepared as possible but nothing was better than having Jenn as a resource. I got to take my medical hat off and just get to live the experience. My husband had a great resource and he knew i was being taken care of. I never felt like my questions were too small. I would absolutely have her again for my next labor and delivery
Rachael Brown
Jenn is simply a wealth of knowledge & connections! I feel so lucky that our paths have crossed. She make you feel seen and heard from the moment you meet. Love her honest and authentic nature and highly recommend!
Sarah Parise
I can’t recommend Jennifer highly enough! As a doula she balanced the right amount of care and oversight with respecting my instincts and my own experience. Jennifer was with me throughout the whole process of my sons birth and was a calming and nurturing presence that was vital for my complicated delivery. She helped coach me through every step, and was not only kind and considerate, she was professional and knowledgeable about all the aspects of birthing, delivery, and post-partum process. Jennifer checked back with me often after delivery to make sure things were going smoothly, and helped resolve a few things that I needed help with. She partners professionalism with a very warm and loving approach as a doula. If your looking for a doula, I can’t imagine anyone better!
Jacqui Tachick
Jennifer with Doula in Reno encouraged us and gave us some highly informative and useful real scenarios and practices we were able to use not only during our session but after we left for daily life. She was also upbeat and so kind towards us, would have her as a coach anytime!
Rochelle Wolcott
I am so grateful that Jenn was part of my birth team! She is an amazing doula and was so helpful throughout my pregnancy, labor and postpartum. I appreciate how she checked in with me regularly and was always available to answer questions. She was also so supportive during labor. I highly recommend Jenn to anyone looking for a doula!
Lesley Johnson
We are clients of Jenn the Doula and oh boy she’s placed special in our family’s heart. Our experience was exceptional her guidance from our first meet was beyond generous. Jenn’s knowledge, expertise and warm nature was is and will continue to be an invaluable contribution to our becoming parents journey. Jenn is logical and compassionate, her support during our pre birth, birth and postpartum was one of a kind. Jenn mothers the mother and works closely with the father (or mother’s partner) encouraging and guiding Dad’s unique role as a supportive partner during the entire process. With confidence we highly recommend Jenn’s Doula service!
Tiffany Munoz
Jenn is the consummate pro. Experienced mom, podcaster and doula! Regardless of when or where you connect with Jenn it will be worth your while!
Mark Aylward
Jenn was so helpful through my pregnancy and with my birth. She was so supportive and understanding of what I wanted/needed and provided that extra bit of support
Olivia Stephens
Jennifer is upbeat, funny, and very informative! A pleasure to work with.
Avery C.
Jennifer is and has been a great educator, which is one of her strengths. She’s well spoken, extremely knowledgeable in her field and personable, too!
T.A.C.
Jenn is a kind and compassionate person. She meets you where you are at and gives you all her attention. She is a great listener. Her ability to read a room/situation shows that she pays attention to all things and this speaks of her amazing attention to detail. She will undoubtedly walk you seamlessly through one of your greatest struggles and greatest joys-childbirth. She comes highly recommended!
Robin Lewis
Jenn is a wonderful person; very passionate about what she does, which I believe makes for a doula who truly cares about the woman and her birthing process.
Hannah Ross
Jenn is an absolutely beautiful soul.
Nickel
Jenn is very knowledgeable, understanding, and honest. She gives her expertise with grace and holds a wealth of experience that she willingly shares with anyone inquiring about her insight. She’s a breath of fresh air in a world that sometimes can feel a bit gloomy. She is very supportive and carries a determination and zeal that brings confidence to whoever is fortunate to work with her.
Vernita Stephens fellow Doula
Jenn is absolutely amazing! A delight to work with! What a blessing and joy she is!!! Lights up a room!
Crystal Reilley
Jenn puts her heart & soul & full vulnerability into everything she does & shares what many of us need in order to feel seen, heard & understood. She’s an incredible human & leader for how to be an authentic human being
Jessica Campmans
Jennifer was the biggest blessing during my labor!!! She is GIFTED at supporting women, and I will be forever thankful that she supported me during my labor. I would highly recommend her to anyone that wants support in their pregnancy, labor, and birth.
Morgan Smith
Jenn is AMAZING!!! A wise, wonderful, and extraordinarily responsive expert!!!
Bracha Goetz
This Doula knows what she’s doing and it shows! Great experience and definitely recommend you give her a listen!!!!
Roger Pollard
Jenn was simply amazing. My wife and I reached out to Doula In Reno once we knew we wanted to have a home birth. Being out of state to start, Jenn was accommodating and extremely helpful as we transitioned our lives into Nevada. Jenn went out of her way and met with my us several times before our due date. She was available at all time to answer out questions. When labor did finally arrive, Jenn was very quick to help and was a tremendous guide throughout. Her experience really showed that early morning. No doubt, I would 100% recommend Doula In Reno. Jenn was attentive, caring, insightful, overall a pleasure to work with. Thank you for everything Jenn!
Ronnie Lopez
Jenn was a great addition to our birth team! My husband and I had a planned home birth and knew that we wanted the guidance of a doula (that being said, I would recommend hiring Jenn as a doula for a hospital birth as well). When we were first looking to hire a doula we were living out of state and remained out of state for most of the pregnancy. Jenn was super helpful and accommodating for us. She would reach out to me frequently via text to check in and make sure that we were doing well. Jenn was very informative, supportive, and caring throughout the whole process. She answered all the questions we had and gave good suggestions. She helped both myself and my husband feel more comfortable with the labor and birthing process. When Jenn arrived at the birth, she jumped right in and was helping support me through labor as well as helping my husband in supporting me. I felt so well taken care of with Jenn as a part of my birth team. I would definitely recommend hiring Jenn! She was such a pleasure to work with. Thank you for making the birth of our first baby amazing, Jenn!
Chelsea Lopez
I worked with Jenn in 2019. It was a blast: Jenn is curious, energetic, compassionate, and considerate, making the personal experience a fun and interesting one. Jenn cares a lot about the people she works with her and spends so much time creating work that can inspire and help others; it’s what she’s driven to do, and she’s really good at it.
Savanna Schiavo
One of my highest values is authenticity, and Jenn embodies that to the nth degree! Her willingness and vulnerability to express deep interest and care in the lives of others is refreshing and inspiring 🙂
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