Genna (CD) DONA, CPES
(pronounced Jenna)
Certified DONA Birth Doula, Certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, PAIL Advocate
Genna is a dedicated birth doula, certified placenta encapsulation specialist, professionally trained in Spinning Babies® techniques, and a trained PAIL (Pregnancy and Infant Loss) advocate. Her passion for supporting women through pregnancy, birth, and beyond is evident in her work, as she helps mothers navigate their unique journeys with care, compassion, and confidence.
As a mother of three, Genna has personally experienced the beauty and intensity of childbirth, which fuels her deep commitment to ensuring every woman feels supported and empowered in her birthing experience. She offers emotional support, physical comfort, and evidence-based education, always tailoring her care to meet each mother’s specific goals and needs.
Through her PAIL advocacy training, Genna also offers specialized support for families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, providing a safe and compassionate space during times of grief. Her Spinning Babies® training allows her to help optimize fetal positioning for smoother, more balanced births. Her placenta encapsulation services further support healing and recovery in the postpartum period.
Genna’s nurturing, grounded nature—combined with her extensive knowledge and hands-on experience—empowers mothers to make informed choices with confidence. As a trusted member of the birth community, she continually grows her skills to provide the highest level of care. No matter the birth story, Genna ensures that every experience is met with empathy, strength, and unwavering support.
What are clients saying…
“Genna was my birth doula for my first birth. My husband and I honestly don’t know how people go through their first births (or any for that matter) without someone like Genna! Ahead of the birth of our son, Genna made herself available to me throughout my entire pregnancy to answer any questions about my changing body, or provide advice with different ailments I’d encounter, and also help plan for my upcoming birth. Upon her arrival to the hospital she brought all the supplies which took a lot of things off our personal hospital bag checklist - mood lighting, music, birthing combs, you name it she had it! Our room was transformed into my dream environment. The entire laboring process she provided us coping mechanisms, and had us talking in between making the time pass swiftly. She was extremely knowledgeable and would help explain nurse jargon to us if we had questions. I don’t have any other birth to compare it to, but I left feeling like my birth experience was beautiful and everything I ever hoped for. Genna educated my partner in how to support me as well, so he was involved in the entire day- and Genna put him at ease with his own worries and concerns. We can’t recommend Genna enough and I truly could not imagine my pregnancy and birth without her.”
Genna was an incredible asset to my birth team from the very beginning. She's professional, compassionate and very knowledgeable. From the time we met, she answered all of my questions with patience and was always there to offer assurance. She checked in with me frequently in the last weeks of my pregnancy. During my birth, she was an incredible supp ort. She physically held me up during contractions, advocated for my and desires that we discussed ahead of time, and worked closely with nursing staff to ensure I was as comfortable as possible during my labor. After my birth, I feel I have gained a close friend in Genna and am so thankful she was a part of my birth story. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a doula!
Genna was pulled in to support my birthing journey at the eleventh hour, as I was staring down the barrel of shifting from a desired vaginal delivery towards a scheduled c-section. She was a wonderful sounding board during this transition and provided much needed information and moral support. On the day of the scheduled c-section, Genna was prepared and fully engaged. Leading into the OR, Genna did a great job chatting me up which helped keep me calm and optimistic. She was able to capture amazing photos of the first moments with our new baby. She stood by my side post-delivery, freeing up my husband to stay with the baby. For this, my husband and I are profoundly grateful. To top it all off, Genna surprised us with homemade lactation muffins. That small gesture is emblematic of the thoughtfulness Genna applies towards her doula practice.