My name is Jen Verdery. I am a certified DONA doula. I am a mother of 5 wonderful kids. My journey to doula work began with the birth of my oldest son in 2004, I was blessed to have a doula support me during a long, hard labor. She instilled in me a trust in my body's ability to birth my baby. I knew the moment after my son was born that I wanted to support women the way I was supported. I have been attending women in labor since 2004. I have served women at homebirths, birthing centers, and hospital births. I was employed by Holy Cross Hospital as a doula for several years after that I was a part of an amazing group of doulas. I believe that birth is normal, natural and healthy. I believe that women are strong and that birth matters. I support all women in their choices for their labor. I hope that my presence and assistance will help you achieve the goals you have set for yourself. My back up doula is Noelle Griggs. She is an amazing doula and has also been practicing for over 20 years.