Janelle Moore

Recently Hired
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Mesa, Arizona
5.0
About me

Hi, I'm Janelle Moore, labor and postpartum doula serving families east and west valley. I entered the world of birthwork early 2023 as a loved one of mine stepped into her motherhood journey. She entered strong, encouraged, prepared, and yet looking for support, a listening ear, advocacy, and someone to lean on in that process. Something inside her knew what I think every mom knows, that every couple deserves support, every couple deserves an advocate, and every couple deserves evidence based education surrounding their options and each decision that they may anticipate to make for their birth and little one in labor and delivery. In supporting her that day a new passion sparked inside me to see every mom supported, held, strengthened and empowered as they shine bringing life into the world. That spark has grown day by day since. I am passionate about evidence based education leading up to birth that will empower parents to make fully informed decisions as are best for their family. I am passionate about supporting first-time parents as they embark on a new journey, and I am passionate that birth should be a beautifully empowering experience in which mom is supported through and through, never alone, discovering in each moment the depth of strength that she's carried all along. If you've landed on this page and would like to learn more please don't hesitate to reach out. I look forward to an opportunity to meet you, to chat and to hear more of your heart for your birth, little one, and/or postpartum journey.

Certification and training

ProDoula (2023)

DONA (2024)

Specialties
Birth Doula Labor Doula Postpartum Doula Care Overnight Newborn Care
Languages

English

Service introduction

The heart of Neshama is to strengthen & empower mothers and couples in birth. At Neshama I carry an emphasis on providing evidence based educational resources to parents. These resources show options available with an awareness of the risks and benefits of each, empowering parents to make the decisions that are right for their family. Whether you choose to pursue a natural birth, epidural, cesarean or other option for your family, I am passionate in every stage of labor about working with mom to increase feelings of comfort and safety while offering guidance for smooth progression of labor. At Neshama I work with clients from every background and walk of life with a focus on carrying peace into the birth room as mom's strength soars and shines. I am particularly passionate about evidence based education in working with first-time parents, as well as with moms who have had a disheartening birth experience previously; bringing empowerment and a refreshed joy in the beauty of birth. Birth can be an incredibly beautiful experience and it is a cherished honor to come alongside mothers walking their journey into just that.

Packages
Pregnancy and Birth Support
Evidence based education, resources, and physical and emotional support throughout pregnancy and birth. Includes 1-3 in-person prenatal visits prior to birth, labor support, 1 in-person postpartum visit and remote support throughout.
$1,200.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Support
Providing Mamma and family additional support to allow rest and recovery at their fullest. Includes infant care, meal preparation, light housekeeping and more. Overnight care is available.
$30.00
USD Per hour
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
7
5.0

Janelle was such a huge part in welcoming our first baby Earthside. She helped us feel so calm during pregnancy and gave us all of the information we could've asked for to help us make our decisions with our birth. When I called her after my water broke, before labor started, she immediately made me feel excited that we'd be meeting my little baby soon! She rushed to my side as soon as we called letting her know contractions ramped up and stayed right by my side while I labored the entire night. She held my hands as baby was finally making her entrance into the world. Her voice calmed me during labor and reminded me how to breathe to ease contractions. Janelle provided an overall calmness to the entire experience, it was beautiful. We couldn't be happier to have had her for our prenatal, homebirth, and postpartum journey. 10/10 definitely recommend Janelle for any doula needs!

- Flora D.

5.0

Janelle was such a blessing to our family! She has such wonderful calm energy- she took wonderful care of our baby so that I could get some rest in the postpartum period. She also helped fold our mountain of laundry several times, and was so sweet to our toddler. She truly is a person that makes you feel so comfortable, and has such a soothing presence.

- Mallory P.

5.0

Janelle was the perfect addition to our birth team! My midwife urged me to get a doula as I was having an unmedicated Home birth and this was my first one. I was hesitant for the longest time as we financially were stretched already. At 36 weeks we interviewed and welcomed Janelle to the team, I’m so glad we did cause I truly don’t think I could’ve done it without her! I truly had the most incredible experience because Janelle was constantly giving me suggestions to help speed up the progression of my labor. I was very communicative with her throughout the whole process and she listened to my cues. I mentioned I was throwing up with my contractions and she decided it was time for her to come at that point. I’m so glad she did cause by the time she got there I needed her support and shortly after so did my husband. He got queasy for a moment and had to take a seat in the other room, meanwhile Janelle stepped in to comfort me while he gathered himself together again and was able to participate the remainder of the labor and delivery with confidence and excitement! Janelle also captured the most beautiful moments during the birth of our son. I’ll forever be grateful for her and the comfort she brought us through the whole process. This was her first home birth she attended and you would’ve never known! Thank you Janelle for being the woman you are.

- Ashley W.

5.0

We decided to find a doula days before my die day. We found Janelle and she responded quickly setting an Inhome visit the same weekend. Before the visit, she sent a list of questions and information for us to review which is very helpful for me and my partner! Janelle came when I started contraction and throughout my time in the hospital for 5 days, she constantly checked in making sure me, my baby and my partner would have the support we need. She stayed with us from the early morning until evening guiding my partner and me using different natural pain relieve methods for my active contractions. She was there the whole time until my baby was born. For the first time mom, we are grateful for having Janelle to help out during my labor. She is proactive, flexible, curious about new knowledge and culture diversify. I would recommend Janelle!

- Jamie C.

5.0

I hired Janelle as my doula as I entered my third trimester of pregnancy. Although we didn't have much time together, I'm beyond glad that I found her when I did. Janelle is so sweet and caring to your needs. She does not overstep in any situation and instead gives you the researched information you need to make an informed decision on your own. She is great at being available for you at any point for questions or concerns. I had a very unexpected birth and she was very calm and helpful through the whole thing and even after the fact through postpartum. I would definitely reccomend Janelle and I look forward to possibly having her as a doula again in a future pregnancy!

- Katie B.

5.0

Janelle was such a blessing to have through my pregnancy and birth. She was not only very supportive of my birth plan, but helped me navigate through things when they turned out differently then expected. She consistently provided educational resources so I could make informed choices, and empowered me to advocate for the birth I wanted. She was very responsive, and all of her efforts were very apparent. She is amazing and I absolutely recommend her services, no matter the type of birth you are having!

- Megan M.

5.0

I loved every part of having Janelle as my doula! She was very attentive to my needs from early morning hours to staying after birth to make sure I was settled and comfortable. She coached my breathing, helped with positions and definitely relieved stress. A five-star rating for sure!

- Julianna M.

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