Southwest Minnesota Lactation & Beyond

"Jenna and Jess are so wonderful! I have gone to them for a pump fitting and lactation help! I had no idea that I was using the completely wrong flange and that there were things I could be doing to pump more efficiently. They also helped me and my son come up with a breastfeeding plan to best support both our needs. As a labor nurse, I believe that their education services are vital to the community. I can immediately tell that a patient has been with Jenna and Jess. They are so much more prepared for their labor experience and much more confident in advocating for themselves. If you aren’t sure if you want to commit to a class, go meet them at one of their lactation lounges/support groups. You will want to spend more time with them after you meet them!"

"SWMN Lactation and Beyond are an absolute pleasure to work with. Jenna really took the time to listen to me and helped me to get the education and information I needed for a better breastfeeding journey. She made sure I felt heard and that I had the time to ask any questions I had. I'm actually looking forward to trying breastfeeding with my second baby, something I never thought I'd be able to say!"

"I highly recommend for all birth related support. Specifically breastfeeding and doula support. I started my work with Jess during my pregnancy as my doula. Jess provided a few education classes that I also attended. Jess was with me during the duration of my long labor and homebirth. Jess not only provided amazing support to myself, but also my family. Jess was a very calming spirit in our home. From the moment my daughter was born we had a lot of feeding issues. Jess went out of her way to help get me new pumping supplies and accurately fit me for my pump. Jess was so patient and encouraging through my entire feeding journey. Jess also assisted with additional stretches for my daughter after her oral releases. Jess has since assisted through mastitis, clogged ducts, refitting pump flanges, and severe nipple pain. I was thankful to attend an appointment in person where both Jess and Jenna were so welcoming and helpful."

"Words will never express our gratitude and respect for Jenna’s dedication and care. I knew I wanted an unmedicated birth if possible to welcome our little miracle. I read, researched, watched videos, looked for resources, and was feeling mentally and physically prepared. But I knew I was asking too much of my husband to be there supporting me through it all. At 37 weeks pregnant I went on a mission to find a doula to support and help us. We found Jenna, and she was AMAZING from our first consultation. She took the time to explain her work and how she was there for us. She came to our house, we discussed birth plan, she left us with exercises and resources to prepare us. She was ALWAYS available, responded to ALL my texts right away, talked me through some challenging situations. When the time came, Jenna met us at the house since I wanted to labor at home as long as I could. At home we start helping baby position with exercises Jenna suggested. Jenna was there supporting me with each contraction and also helped my husband help and support me. We got to the hospital and Jenna was essential for me to reach the unmedicated birth. When I thought I couldn’t do it anymore, she encouraged me and reminded me of how far I had come. When I said I were feeling weak, she reminded me of how strong I were. She pushed me to follow through with my birth plan and I will never thank her enough for all she did. Jenna stayed with us after delivery until our little guy latched and started feeding. Jenna was with us for the 15+ hours of labor and didn’t miss minute of it. We could not have done it without, Jenna. I highly recommend a doula if natural birth - medicated or not - is your goal. As challenging as it was I would do it all over again with Jenna next to me! Thank you, Jenna!! Forever a part of the best day of my life. I’m forever grateful! You are the best! Husband speaking- ANYONE who is pregnant should know what a doula is and does and I believe every pregnancy should require a doula especially for the first birth. Jenna was extremely helpful and knowing that my wife felt comfortable and had someone to always check in with made things much easier for me. Also, Jenna gave us exercises to do together and she was a constant mediator. My wife wanted a natural unmedicated birth and without Jenna I would have caved and told Dr’s to give her an epidural but Jenna stayed true to what my wife wanted and encouraged her and I the ENTIRE labor. I’m so glad we hired Jenna and it was hands down the best investment we have made going into our first pregnancy. Although... when we do decide to have another, Jenna will be our doula again!"

"I highly recommended Southwest Minnesota Lactation and Beyond. When I first had my daughter, we struggled with breastfeeding/latching. After a consult with Jenna, I was able to successfully breastfeed my daughter without pain. Jenna is very knowledgeable, caring, supportive and passionate about what she does, she's easy to talk to and makes you feel comfortable. 10/10 recommend these services!"