jj danilavez-jenks
Doula, Massage Therapist
Raised in Southern California, I waited until 1997 to trade the pacific ocean for the Colorado mountains; college brought me to the Rockies. I have been blessed with four fiery daughters and five fur babies. My life is built around my family and close friends. When I am not spending time with those closest to me, I love to cook, read, paint, travel and even some kick boxing from time to time.
Having birthed four babies, I have a world of experience to draw from. I had three hospital births with obstetricians and a certified nurse midwife. My fourth little one was born at home and I was actually able to catch her, thanks to a superb and open minded midwife! Each birth was unique and I was fortunate to have my loving family and knowledgeable birth team.
In my soul, I believe that laboring and birthing brings unequivocal insight, insight that can leave parents forever changed. As a doula, I know that knowledge is power and having evidence based information and a support team can truly make birth an enriched and rewarding experience.
jennie sides
Doula, Childbirth Educator
I believe that birth goes beyond just a physical transformation; it is sacred, beautiful, spiritual, and empowering. I also believe in the natural process of birth, that all bodies were created with this wisdom, and that there is a time, place, or desire for every intervention. I also believe that birth partners are absolutely essential.
The journey through birth is a path well-traveled. Our path can take us through twists and turns; it etches into our hearts and leaves us forever changed. There is no one “right path” to birth. This path is our own, but not meant to be traveled alone; it is with sympathy, experience, wisdom, and support that we journey through.
Outside of birth work, I am surrounded by family and close friends; I’ve lived in Colorado Springs since 2014 with my husband, two littles, and a fur baby. My perfect day starts with an early morning on the snowiest of snow days, a cup of hot coffee or tea, snowboarding slope side, then après all day with good food, family and good company, a good book, and the sourest kombucha you can find. I also enjoy writing, yoga, gardening, and video gaming.
Your Birth Matters
We immediately felt a connection with one another after working together to support a family through an eventful birth in early 2021. Not only did we realize the similarities in our doula styles, attributes, and business practices, but we also discovered that we share the same degree of commitment and dedication to ensuring our clients receive the highest standards of care. Your birth experience matters, and we aspire to support you through YOUR journey; no personal agendas, biases, or other beliefs-your birth is about you, your family, and supporting you through the birth experience of your dreams. Because our clients are our highest priority, we have decided to limit our contracted doulas clients to 2 per doula per month. This ensures that you receive the best possible care, optimal doula availability, and that your doula is rested and ready for you when the time comes. Additionally, we strongly believe that if a backup doula becomes necessary, you are not meeting her for the first time in labor; that is why we will both meet you during your pregnancy-no surprises, personality clashes, or unknowns within your birth space.