Meet your doula, Sharon Jensen-Cody, PhD
Hello there! My name is Sharon, and I'm thrilled to connect with you. In my world, I share my life with my wonderful husband and our two amazing kids who fill our days with joy and surprises.
My journey into the world of birth-work stems from a deep-rooted passion for expectant parents that took hold of me at a young age when I witnessed my sister giving birth. The duality of the experience, both challenging and profoundly beautiful, left an indelible mark on me.
With a PhD in Molecular Medicine, I made the decision to step away from the laboratory to pursue my calling in supporting expectant parents as they navigate the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, & postpartum. Eager to transition into the role of a Birth Doula, I've always been captivated by the marvels of pregnancy & the ability of the female body to nurture new life.
My mission as an evidence-based Birth Doula is rooted in empowering women to shape their birth experiences according to their desires. I am dedicated to championing maternal-fetal health & providing unwavering support to new parents as they embark on one of life's most incredible journeys. I am here to walk alongside you, offering mental, emotional, and physical guidance to make your birth journey a truly empowering and memorable one.
Additionally, as a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, I am deeply dedicated to supporting parents in navigating the intricacies of their children's sleep patterns and behaviors. My passion lies in assisting families with any challenges their little ones may be encountering in relation to sleep, to provide rejuvenating rest you need and deserve.
I look forward to the privilege of being a part of your birth story and helping you navigate this extraordinary time in your life.
Testimonials
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Where to begin... to say that Sharon was an incredible doula doesn't even cover it. She made me feel informed and supported and was super organized from the very beginning of our interactions. Aside from providing thorough information for making me feel prepared as a first time mom, covering all the topics you can think of, she was the most amazing labor and delivery support for myself and my husband. I would not have been able to do what I did without her. I have a husband who was in the trenches with us the entire time, so he of course did a lot of the heavy lifting through labor, and Sharon was his counterpart in the most amazing way. Anything he wasn't really covering whether it was pressure on my back or verbal cues, or mantras, or position adjustment to further help me along she was right there guiding him and myself through everything. I had the most incredible birth experience thanks to her support. I chose to go sans epidural or any pain meds and it made a difference for me to feel that we had a whole team. I'm so grateful for her support leading up to birth and through the hardest thing I've ever had to do. Thank you, you are a special woman. I forgot to mention she was 26 weeks pregnant with her second while in the delivery room with us. WILD. Just a super woman. Thank you.
-Becky G.
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Sharon is absolutely amazing. I was late in my pregnancy when I decided I wanted to have a birth doula, 37wks and feeling like I needed more support as I prepared for a natural water birth. The level of care that she provided in such a short time exceeded my expectations in every way and I have no idea how I would have gotten my baby here without her! Her calming presence made me feel at ease, and her knowledge of every stage of birth and labor is very evident in the way she educated and supported me through the experience.
She helped me into various positions to ease contractions and move my baby down, was encouraging and didn’t match my moments of fear or doubt, and offered helpful breathing techniques and physical tools to alleviate pain like a birthing ball, tens machine, back roller, comb, and her own two hands! I had a challenging labor that lasted three days, and I think if not for Sharon‘s support I might have given up on my plan to deliver naturally and ended up in the hospital. But I safely delivered my sweet boy the way I planned - unmedicated and in a birthing pool, surrounded by the people that helped me through it. She captured these moments for me on my phone as well! Thank you for everything Sharon - we love you!
-Hailey B.
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I'm so thankful to have had Sharon as my doula. We had an open line of communication throughout my pregnancy and she checked up on me regularly in the weeks leading up to my birthing time. She was also supportive of my Hypnobabies journey, which was really important to me. As someone who's a little bit of a research fiend, I also love how knowledgeable she is.
Once I was in active labor, things accelerated quickly. I wanted a hospital birth and arrived 8cm dilated. Things went so quickly my husband didn't even have time to grab our hospital bag out of the car! When she got there, Sharon was able to advocate for everything I was hoping for (delayed cord clamping, skin-to-skin, keeping the placenta, etc).
Something I also really appreciate retrospectively was how clearly I could here her speaking while birthing. There was so much going on in a hospital setting, and it could have easily been overwhelming. The only voices I remember are my husband's (who was literally leaning into my ear) and Sharon's. I needed her reminders and guidance to bring our baby into the world. We had a baby boy just shy of two hours after getting to the hospital!
If you're looking for someone that feels like a sister or trusting friend, I'd recommend her.
-Harmony R.
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Working with Sharon was one of the best decisions we made during my pregnancy. From the very beginning, she provided thoughtful, evidence-based education that helped both me and my husband feel informed and prepared for labor and delivery. I really appreciated her emphasis on the science behind each stage of birth and her calm, grounded approach throughout the journey.
Sharon checked in regularly during pregnancy and early postpartum, and her steady presence became a source of comfort. During labor, which took many unexpected turns and required several interventions, Sharon was a grounding force. She helped us slow down in moments of intensity to process our options and make informed choices, allowing me to feel empowered even as my original birth plan shifted.
As labor progressed, Sharon seemed to know exactly what to do at every stage—introducing new tools for pain management and guiding my husband through hands-on support techniques, even when he was overwhelmed by seeing me in pain. Her calm demeanor truly set the tone in the delivery room.
When I ultimately had an unplanned c-section, Sharon stayed right by my side. While my husband was (adorably) swept up in the moment of meeting our son, Sharon made sure I didn’t miss out—capturing photos and videos, and running them back to me so I could feel present while on the operating table. That gift alone was priceless.
Afterward, when sharing our story, my husband told friends and family that at first he didn’t understand why we needed a doula—but after experiencing birth with Sharon by our side, he couldn’t imagine having done it without her. Neither can I. We are so deeply grateful for her support.
-Asia Y.
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My husband and I hired Sharon as our doula with the intention of having as close to a non-medicated birth as possible. We were flexible with our birth plan but preferred to have minimal interventions. Sharon was very thoughtful in helping us plan and prepare for the birth of our newborn. We met a few times before the birth and frequently texted regarding updates from prenatal appointments and occasional questions I had about symptoms. Sharon always responded quickly and with very helpful information. My doctor scheduled me for an induction at 39 weeks pregnant. I was hesitant about the induction, but ultimately went forward with it. Sharon was extremely attentive with every decision that was made and made sure to confirm with me that I was comfortable with the interventions my doctor proposed. After starting Pitocin, I was able to work through contractions with no epidural until I was 6 cm dilated. Sharon assisted by helping me get into various positions including on a medicine ball and peanut ball. She was extremely hands on the entire time, applying counter pressure and support while I worked through each contraction. Once it was time to push, Sharon continued to assist me in positions that helped baby descend into the pelvis. Sharon helped me stay motivated throughout the entire labor. I was able to have the vaginal delivery I wanted and am blessed to have a healthy and very happy little boy. I cannot thank Sharon enough for her support and will definitely be using her for my second birth.
-Candace M.
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I worked with Sharon while preparing for my first baby, and I’m incredibly grateful I found her. As a scientist, I was drawn to her background in science and her evidence-based approach to birth preparation. She helped me navigate the decisions in preparing for labor by walking through the facts and empowering me to advocate for my needs and birth plan.
Because my husband couldn’t be present for the birth, I knew I wanted compassionate support before, during, and after delivery—and Sharon delivered that and so much more. She met with me both in person and virtually to walk through topics like pain management, induction options, preparing for a natural birth and c-section, and what to expect in the postpartum weeks.
Sharon is warm, kind, easy to talk to, and wonderfully direct. She brings a calm and steady presence to every conversation. The night of my induction, she met me at the hospital and transformed the space with twinkle lights, aromatherapy, and flameless candles—creating a supportive environment. And she stayed in close contact as things progressed.
Though my labor didn’t go as planned, I felt confident in each decision because we had prepared for the unexpected. She talked through everything with me & ensured I felt informed and in control.
Even after the birth, Sharon continued to check in and connected me with additional postpartum support. What I appreciated most was her ability to have supportive and pressure-free conversations—never pushing a specific path, just helping me explore what was right for me. I can’t recommend Sharon highly enough. She made a meaningful difference in one of the most important experiences of my life, and I’m so thankful for her!
-Allison I.