I'm Jae, Your birth doula!
Hello World, The Birth is Yours is a family advocacy and wellness consultancy, committed to providing comprehensive and personalized childbirth education and doula services. My mission is rooted in empowering expecting parents, particularly Black women, to take agency over their birth journey; gaining the knowledge to advocate for their wellness. Building confidence is integral to my approach as I guide you through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.
I aim to inspire women and their partners to take agency over their birth experiences: to be prepared, advocate for their preferences, and bask in the outcome.
My desire to empower you is fueled by my own transformative experiences since age eleven, witnessing my first birth. With over five years of advocating for women in the birth world, I've seen many unaware of the importance of making their birth preferences known due to a lack of knowledge of their rights at birth. The Birth is YOURS! OWN IT!
Let me be your beacon of support, education, and empowerment. I am committed to addressing the underlying factors contributing to poor maternal health outcomes. Prioritizing maternal health and advocating for equitable access to quality care, my goal is to make a profound difference in the lives of marginalized mothers and families. My efforts of emotional and educational support will empower you to navigate the birth world and make The Birth YOURS!
More than YOUR Doula...
I am an educator and non-profit leader with a bachelor's degree in Family and Child Development, success and sustainability of family dynamics have always intrigued me. Ultimately, this led me to pursue a Master's degree in Public Administration as the public policy affecting marginalized communities and health disparities piqued my interest. Not only am I your Doula, but I am your resource champion.
I look forward to fostering a supportive environment full of patience, care, concern, and kindness.
Jermeka L. Jackson, MPA
Birth Doula (DONA), Childbirth Educator