Jes Gannon | Austin Doula

A postpartum doula supports families in the weeks and months after birth, offering hands-on newborn care, infant feeding support, education, emotional support, and a steady, knowledgeable presence during one of the most significant transitions of your life. A postpartum doula is not a baby nurse, a nanny, or a housekeeper. A postpartum doula is someone who shows up for the whole family, helping parents feel informed, capable, and supported as they find their footing in this new season.

The postpartum period is real, it is intense, and it is often underestimated. The physical recovery, the emotional shifts, the learning curve of caring for a newborn, and the identity changes that come with becoming a parent all happen at the same time. Having someone in your corner who understands all of that and can meet you exactly where you are makes an enormous difference.

Postpartum Doula Bio

My love for babies and new parenthood grew straight out of my own journey into motherhood and all the beautiful, messy transformation that comes with it. Being a parent has been my favorite role in life, I’ve learned so much from my daughters, and their love inspires me to nurture families with care,
patience, and a little humor!

Postpartum care is where my heart truly lives. I love helping families find their rhythm, build confidence, and settle into life with a new baby in ways that feel supportive, realistic, and centered on them. I bring a confident, judgment-free presence and a practical, down-to-earth approach, whether that means answering all the questions, offering reassurance, or jumping in to help however I can.

My experience as a pediatric sleep consultant adds meaningful depth to my postpartum work and allows me to offer deeper, more informed support. I love helping parents understand infant sleep, newborn rhythms, and realistic expectations that truly support rest, recovery, and emotional wellbeing.

I’m deeply passionate about parental mental health and raising awareness around postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. We know that babies need care, but so do the people who just brought them into the world. Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders are the most common complication of childbirth, affecting up to one in five birthing people and many partners as well, and yet they are often missed, minimized, or misunderstood during a time when families are expected to just feel grateful and happy.

Part of my role as your postpartum doula is to keep a gentle, trained eye on the whole family. Not just the baby. You. Your partner. The emotional landscape of your home. I know what to look for, I know how to hold space for what comes up, and I know how to connect families with the right support when they need more than I can offer. You should never have to white knuckle your way through the postpartum period alone, and with me in your corner you will not have to. That part of this work is deeply personal to me, and I believe it is one of the most important things I bring to the families I serve.

Whether this is your first baby or your next baby, I’m here to support you - steadily, compassionately, and with a little laughter along the way!

Postpartum Pricing

My packages are a great starting point, but every family is different, and I am always happy to build something that fits your specific situation.

Overnight postpartum doula care is available up to five nights a week in 8 or 10 hour shifts, billed at $52 per hour. Packages are priced to offer a small savings over booking individual shifts. Custom packages of 100+ hours will also be discounted.

Tuesday and Friday are my regular nights off, but I am not rigid about it when a family genuinely needs coverage.

Equity and accessibility are important to me, and I believe expert doula care should be accessible to families who truly need it. A limited number of sliding scale spots are available for families experiencing financial hardship. If cost is a genuine barrier to care for your family, I would love to have a conversation. Please reach out directly and we will figure something out together.

A gentle, consistent presence twice a week to help your family ease into the postpartum season.

2 overnight shifts per week for 4 weeks
8 hours per overnight shift
Newborn care, feeding support, sleep shaping, and infant soothing throughout each shift
Emotional support and evidence-based guidance on newborn rhythms and sleep
A dedicated, consistent caregiver who knows your baby and your family
Attentive care for the whole family including PMADs awareness and emotional support for both parents

64 hours of care - $3,200

Three nights a week of steady, reliable support so rest becomes a regular part of your postpartum experience.

3 overnight shifts per week for 6 weeks
10 hours per overnight shift
Newborn care, feeding support, sleep shaping, and infant soothing throughout each shift
Emotional support and evidence-based guidance on newborn rhythms and sleep
A dedicated, consistent caregiver who knows your baby and your family
Attentive care for the whole family including PMADs awareness and emotional support for both parents

180 hours of care - $9,200

Five nights a week of support for families who want to be fully held through the postpartum season, almost every night.

5 overnight shifts per week for 6 weeks
10 hours per overnight shift
Newborn care, feeding support, sleep shaping, and infant soothing throughout each shift
Emotional support and evidence-based guidance on newborn rhythms and sleep
A dedicated, consistent caregiver who knows your baby and your family
Attentive care for the whole family including PMADs awareness and emotional support for both parents

300 hours of care - $15,200

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