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Your postpartum experience

matters.

ABOUT ME

ABOUT ME

Things I Believe:

  • There isn’t one right way to parent.

  • Your emotions, thoughts and observations matter and should be heard and valued.

  • You are doing an amazing job, especially when you feel like you aren’t doing an amazing job.

  • You will find your way on your parenting journey.

  • You are the expert of your baby.

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How can I help you feel held during your postpartum experience?

  • by providing you with emotional support and nourishment?

  • by supporting you with infant and family care?

  • by reminding you to tune into your inner compass and to block out unsolicited advice?

  • by providing you with guidance on creating a postpartum plan?

  • by sitting with you and listening with empathy as you talk about your experiences?

  • by helping you create cozy spaces in your home?

  • by supporting you with feeding your baby?

  • a combination of some or all of this

I help you create an experience where well-being and rest are a priority. I support you so that you are able to respond to and connect with your new baby and adjust to your growing family. I hold space to ensure that you feel heard and cared for as you process your experiences of becoming a parent. Your stories matter.

I have a fierce belief that you should be honoured, supported and held as you begin your journey of parenthood whether this is your first child or your fifth. I will remind you of your inner wisdom and that you are the expert of your family and your lived experiences. I will sit with you through tears of grief and celebration. I will remind you that you matter too.

I value:

  • family in all shapes and sizes, community and connection

  • creating practices to support well-being

  • listening to inner knowing and wisdom

  • providing empathetic support and care

My Training

Mindful Postpartum - Birthing From Within                                      Holding Space - Birthing From Within Postpartum Doula - MotherWit Doula Care                                        Supporting the 1 in 5: Perinatal Mood and Trauma-Informed Online Workshop for Doulas                               
Maternal Support Practitioner - Bebo Mia                                          Bachelor of Arts: Administrative and Commercial Studies combined with Psychology - University of Western Ontario