Labour & Birth Doula

I provide support to everyone : couples, single moms, and teen moms. It is my firm belief that support during birth is essential for a satisfying birth experience, and no woman should be denied support due to marital status or socioeconomic circumstances.

I am available for home and hospital births.

My goal as your labour doula is to provide physical, emotional, and informational support to you before, during, and after the birth of your baby. I will not judge or question your choices regarding care, intervention, or pain relief. My job is support you in your choices, and encourage and empower you with the knowledge you need to make those choices and be your own advocate during your birth.

We will meet twice before your due date to discuss your ideas and goals for your birth. During those meetings we can work on a birth plan, and chat about different relaxation methods to decide what types of approaches will work best for you and your partner.

During your labour I will be with you from whenever you feel you need me, until after the birth of your baby. I will be your constant source of support. If your partner is participating in your labour and delivery, my presence will complement theirs, and help to provide encouragement and ideas to help keep you focussed and comfortable.

Once your baby is born, I will stay with you for up to 2 hours postpartum, to make sure you are comfortable and help with breastfeeding. Once I'm certain you are settled comfortably and your immediate needs are taken care of, I will leave you and your new family alone for some essential bonding time. I will visit you at home once more, usually within the first week. At this time I will ensure that you have settled in at home, answer any questions you may have, and assist with breastfeeding if necessary. I will bring with me a list of resources in your community for new parents.

Postpartum Care packages are also available should you decide you would like more follow up care or assistance in the first several weeks after your baby's birth. Special care packages are also available to moms who have birthed via caesarean.

Please contact me for more information and fee packages.