Let me be part of
your village.

The weeks after birth are some of the most tender — and most underserved — of a family's life. I'm here to make sure you don't navigate them alone.

Jessica Kim-Palmer, postpartum doula

Recovery, bonding, and growth as a family is attainable. We are each given exactly what we can carry — and we were never meant to carry it alone.

Let's start here.

I know what it feels like to need a village and not have one.

I'm Jessica, a prenatal and postpartum doula and a fellow mother who navigated early parenthood without the support system I needed. I adjusted — but I know now how much smoother, calmer, and more joyful that season could have been with the right person beside me.

That experience is the foundation of my work. I serve the whole family to prepare and thrive in the first weeks: the mother who is recovering her body, the partner learning to lead, perhaps an older child adjusting to a new sibling, and the baby who just needs to be held while someone who loves them eats a warm meal.

My work is also rooted in a deep personal faith — a belief that we are each given exactly what we can carry, and that we were never meant to carry it alone. Whatever your background or beliefs, know that I bring that same spirit of grace and purpose to every family I serve. I am not here to share my faith with you; I am here because of it.

Certification

DONA International certified — one of the most respected doula training organizations in the United States.

AHA Pediatric CPR & First Aid certified.

Service area

Bergen County, NJ and surrounding communities. Available to travel further for an additional travel fee.

My scope

I am a non-clinical support provider and offer full-transition support including family guidance, recovery support, and the confidence to move forward in this exciting new journey.

Support for the whole family.

Every visit is tailored to where your family is that day. There's no script — just presence, experience, and genuine care.

Newborn care guidance

Soothing techniques, safe sleep, umbilical cord care, diapering, bathing — hands-on guidance so you feel confident, not overwhelmed.

Infant feeding support

Breastfeeding encouragement, bottle-feeding, paced feeding, and connecting you with a lactation consultant when needed.

Postpartum recovery

Physical and emotional recovery check-ins, watching for signs of postpartum mood changes, and making sure the mother is cared for — not just the baby.

Family adjustment

Sibling support, partner involvement, and helping your whole household find a new rhythm that works for everyone.

Emotional wellness

A non-judgmental presence when things feel hard. Someone who has been there — and knows what you need without you having to explain it.

Resources & referrals

I know the Bergen County network — pediatricians, lactation consultants, therapists, and community programs. I'll connect you to the right people.

Investment

Single visit

$200
per visit · 4 hours

One focused session — ideal for families who want support on a specific day or need a "reset."

Newborn package

$800
4 visits · first two weeks

Consistent support across your first two weeks home. This is where the real difference is made.

Full village

$2,400
up to 12 visits · prenatal and beyond

For families who want to feel truly held — from short home visits in the third trimester for emotional processing and preparation, to supporting your transition home after birth.

Please note this package does not include labor or delivery attendance.

Ready to talk about your family?

Every conversation starts with a free 20-minute call. No pressure, no commitment — just a chance to see if we're the right fit. Fill in the form or reach out directly.

Bergen County, NJ & surrounding communities
✦   Thank you — I'll be in touch within 24 hours. I can't wait to meet your family.

Questions families ask

A postpartum doula focuses on supporting the entire family during the postpartum period. While I can help with newborn care, my role also includes parent education, emotional support, feeding guidance, recovery support, and helping families adjust to life with a new baby.

Meeting prenatally allows us to build a trusted relationship before you are in the thick of sleep deprivation. We use this time to organize your home, lower your anxiety, and create a concrete plan for your physical recovery and family bonding — ensuring you feel confident on day one.

A birth doula supports you physically and emotionally during labor and delivery at the hospital, birth center, or your home. As a postpartum doula providing prenatal care, my focus is entirely on your home life, emotional readiness, mindset, and the immediate transition into parenthood once the baby arrives.

Absolutely. Normalizing late-pregnancy anxiety and eager anticipation is a core part of my practice. I get it, and you're not alone. We will address your specific worries, set realistic expectations, and practice grounding techniques so you can navigate the final weeks of pregnancy with a sense of calm and control.

Yes. Every postpartum journey is unique, and adding a new baby can bring different challenges and adjustments for the entire family. Whether this is your first child or your fourth, you deserve support.

My support is strictly emotional, physical, and educational. I do not perform medical tasks, check vitals, or give clinical diagnoses. If a medical or clinical mental health need arises, I will provide trusted professional referrals.

Never. My goal is to provide evidence-based information and compassionate support while respecting your family's values, preferences, and decisions. This is your journey — I am simply here to walk alongside you.