Our Doulas

Jessica is the founder and heart behind Moon & Stars Doulas, bringing nearly two decades of experience supporting families through pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Her journey into doula work began with a deep desire to empower parents during one of life’s most transformative moments. Over the years, she has cultivated a practice rooted in empathy, knowledge, and unwavering support, always honoring the uniqueness of each family’s story.

Throughout her career, Jessica has guided countless families through the highs and lows of pregnancy, labor, and early parenthood. She approaches every birth with respect, care, and a personalized plan tailored to the parents’ values, goals, and comfort. Her philosophy blends evidence-based practices with heartfelt guidance, helping parents feel confident, informed, and truly seen throughout their journey.

Jessica’s passion extends beyond birth itself. She specializes in fourth-trimester care, offering practical newborn guidance, hands-on assistance, and emotional support to help parents navigate the often-overwhelming early weeks of parenthood. Her work creates a nurturing space where families can rest, recover, and bond, embracing the joys of early parenthood while feeling fully supported.

Her experience with multiples and NICU babies has shaped her into a uniquely skilled doula. As a NICU parent herself, Jessica understands firsthand the challenges, worries, and emotional rollercoaster that families can face during preterm or medically complex newborn care. She brings a diverse set of skills, deep empathy, and practical strategies to help families feel prepared, reassured, and capable as they navigate these critical early days.

A long-time Austin resident, Jessica has lived in the area on and off since 2004. She and her husband of nearly 16 years share five daughters, ages 5, 9, 11, 18, and 20, giving her both personal insight and professional perspective on the joys and challenges of raising a family. Her own experience as a parent informs her work, fueling her commitment to helping families thrive during life’s most intimate moments.

In 2022, Jessica founded Moon & Stars Doulas to provide inclusive, high-quality care to families across the Austin area. Her vision is to create a community where parents feel supported, empowered, and celebrated at every stage of the perinatal journey. She loves travel and often travels with both current and former postpartum clients, bringing her warmth, expertise, and dedication wherever families need her most.

Jessica’s certifications and specialized training include:
Certified Birth Doula
Certified Postpartum Doula
Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant (since 2014)
Certified Placenta Specialist
Certified Childbirth Educator
VBAC Birth Training
Certified Breastfeeding Educator
Loss and Bereavement Doula Training
Trauma-Informed Perinatal Care
HIPAA Compliance for Doulas
Young Parent Support Specialist
Understanding Developmental Disabilities
Massage for the Laboring Woman
Professional Development in Perinatal Support

Misty is a devoted mother of four and a proud Mimi to one sweet little girl. Over the past 20 years, she has supported families in a variety of capacities, developing a deep understanding of the many challenges and joys that come with parenting. Her experience spans prenatal education, newborn care, breastfeeding support, and postpartum guidance, giving her a well-rounded perspective that allows her to meet each family’s unique needs.

As a postpartum doula, Misty’s true passion lies in helping families navigate the early weeks and months after birth. She provides practical, hands-on support while fostering emotional well-being for parents and caregivers. Misty has specialized knowledge in working with IVF families, understanding both the emotional and physical complexities involved, and she brings a gentle, informed approach to every family she supports.

She is highly skilled in breastfeeding support, helping parents establish successful feeding routines and navigate common challenges with confidence and care. Misty also has extensive experience guiding parents in attachment-style parenting, nurturing secure and loving bonds between caregivers and children. Her approach combines education, empathy, and practical tools, empowering families to feel confident in their parenting journey.

Misty’s support goes beyond baby care. She assists families in creating routines, managing household tasks, and establishing self-care practices so that parents can recover, rest, and thrive. She believes that the postpartum period is a critical time for parents to feel seen, supported, and valued, and she works tirelessly to ensure that families experience this care fully.

Known for her warmth, patience, and deep commitment, Misty meets each family exactly where they are, honoring their values, goals, and unique circumstances. Her holistic, individualized support has helped countless families transition into parenthood with confidence, calm, and connection.

With Misty by your side, families gain not only expert guidance but also a compassionate partner who celebrates every milestone, big or small, and ensures that parents and babies alike feel nurtured, empowered, and supported throughout their postpartum journey.

Misty's certifications and specialized training include:
Certified Postpartum Doula
Certified Breastfeeding Educator
CPR/First Aid Certified – Current
Food Handlers Certified – Current
Experience with NICU babies & multiples

Growing up as the second oldest of eight siblings, Aliscia knows firsthand the joys, surprises, and sometimes tricky emotions that come with welcoming a new family member. She remembers the excitement of waiting for a baby to arrive, the curiosity about how life would change, and the responsibility of helping guide her younger siblings through big transitions. These early experiences taught her the value of patience, reassurance, and gentle guidance, lessons she carries into her work as a sibling doula.

Aliscia has a deep appreciation for the important role siblings play during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. She is passionate about helping children feel included, understood, and empowered as they navigate the arrival of a new brother or sister. Her goal is to nurture strong, loving connections between siblings while honoring each child’s feelings and experiences, creating a sense of security and belonging that lasts long after the baby arrives.

As a sibling doula, Aliscia brings warmth, creativity, and a playful spirit to every family she works with. She provides compassionate guidance, education, and emotional support to brothers and sisters of all ages. She helps children explore their feelings, ask questions, and feel confident in their evolving role. She is excited to support your little one while you are in labor and recovering, offering a friendly and calming presence that reassures children and helps them feel safe, included, and valued during this special time.

Aliscia’s approach is hands-on and tailored to each child. She might read a story about becoming a big sibling, create a “welcome baby” craft together, or guide a child through practicing gentle ways to interact with their new brother or sister. She celebrates small victories, whether a shy toddler gently pats the baby’s arm or an older sibling shows pride in helping with a diaper change. Through these moments, children gain confidence, feel heard, and learn that their role in the family is meaningful and cherished.

For families, Aliscia is more than a doula. She is a partner, guide, and cheerleader who helps siblings feel celebrated, supported, and connected while giving parents peace of mind. Her rich family experience, gentle and playful approach, and genuine love for working with children make her an invaluable part of any growing family’s journey. With Aliscia by your side, siblings are not only prepared for a new arrival but are excited, proud, and ready to be an important part of this new chapter.

Aliscia's Specialized Training and Certifications:
Sibling Doula
Certified Postpartum Doula
CPR/First Aid Certified – Current

Twin experience