Doula Support in Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Empowering Families Through Compassion, Care, and Expertise
Meet Your Doula
Jazz-Mine Ray
Hello, and welcome! My name is Jazz, and I am honored to be part of your journey. I proudly serve families in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, North Liberty, and the surrounding areas. As a mother of three, I know firsthand how transformative the experiences of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can be. My personal birth experiences ignited a deep passion for advocating for families and supporting them during this profound time. Becoming a doula allowed me to turn that passion into a calling—one focused on ensuring that every birthing person feels empowered, informed, and cared for.
My journey into birth work began with my own experiences of navigating the challenges and triumphs of motherhood. I remember the overwhelming questions, the moments of self-doubt, and the longing for someone to truly see me and guide me without judgment. Those experiences planted the seed of compassion and understanding that I bring to every family I serve. I became a doula because I believe that no one should walk this path alone, and I am here to provide the support I once needed—a steady presence through the joys, fears, and unknowns of pregnancy and postpartum. Now, I help families just like yours—those who want to feel confident, cared for, and informed as they navigate the life-changing journey of parenthood. Whether you are welcoming your first child or your fifth, I bring both my professional training and my personal experience to help you face the obstacles ahead with strength and grace. Together, we can create a birth and postpartum experience that leaves you feeling empowered and ready for this incredible chapter in your life.
Prepare for Birth & a Peaceful Postpartum
in Eastern Iowa
As your birth and postpartum doula, I’m here to be your advocate, your guide, and your steady source of support. From preparing for birth to finding peace in postpartum and weathering those sleepless nights, my mission is to ensure you feel seen, heard, and cared for. Together, we will turn fears into confidence and questions into solutions, so you can embrace parenthood with strength and ease.
MY STORY
Why I love being a doula in Iowa
My story in business started with a simple but powerful realization: that my experiences as a mother and the lack of adequate support I faced could be turned into something transformative for others. After three births, each with its own set of challenges, I became keenly aware of how much better the experience could have been with the right guidance and care. I felt the frustration of not knowing where to turn for answers, the exhaustion of feeling unsupported, and the confusion of navigating a system that sometimes felt more clinical than compassionate. It was through these struggles that my desire to create a business—one rooted in empathy, advocacy, and education—was born.
Starting my business was both a leap of faith and a labor of love. I knew that families needed more than just a checklist of what to pack in their hospital bag; they needed someone who could provide real, tangible support for the mind, body, and spirit. I built my business to be that source of care and empowerment. Today, I work with families who are looking for a guide—someone who not only understands their fears and hopes but also provides the tools and encouragement they need to thrive. I’ve walked the path of uncertainty and exhaustion, and I’ve come out the other side equipped with the knowledge and passion to help others do the same. Whether it's creating a safe and supportive space during labor, helping a parent navigate postpartum recovery, or guiding them through feeding challenges, I am committed to helping my clients achieve the transformation they deeply desire: to feel capable, connected, and confident in their journey into parenthood.
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A Joyful Birth + Postpartum is Possible for you, too!
My clients have done it and you can, too! Learn more about our birth
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