She/Her

Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Full Spectrum Doula

Location: Vancouver & Lower Mainland

Families Served: 50+

Years of Experience: 12+

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Experienced Supporting: 2SLGBTQIA+ Families, Parenting and/or Caregiving, BIPGM Families, Immigrant and/or Refugee Families, Low-Income Families, Single Parenthood, Disabled Persons, Neurodivergent Persons, Deaf Persons, Chronic and/or Acute Illness(es), Perinatal Mood Disorders, High Risk Pregnancy Care, Adoption and/or Surrogacy

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I am an Afro-Indigenous Caribbean Mom of three young Black children, who is Living, loving and growing on the beautiful shared, unceded, ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
 

As a Mom of color, I too have unfortunately been mistreated while utilizing the medical system during all three of my pregnancies. These stolen moments have given me the purpose to be with other birthing people of color, to ensure we are safe, heard and seen. That our babies are safe, heard and seen.  

I believe in the birthing person and their ability to lead their birthing journey. I am an advocate for informed healthcare and culturally safe spaces. It is my honour as your doula to ensure you fully understand your medical options when it comes to routine procedures during and after birth, I want to assist you in making informed choices that respect your beliefs and cultural practices. I want you to feel empowered with knowledge and safe with me by your side.

 

 

 
 

Prenatal Care

• Personalized Sessions → 2 prenatal sessions, either in person or virtually. These sessions are designed to help me learn about you and your support system—what makes you feel grounded, safe, and loved, as well as any cultural practices or ceremonies you would like to include, as well as fears or anxieties you may have. Together, we’ll explore your current family and community support and identify how I can help fill any gaps.

• Custom Care Plan → Together, we’ll create a personalized well-being plan that incorporates breathing techniques, yoga-inspired movement, and recommendations for herbal and aromatherapy to enhance your comfort and relaxation.

• Informed Preferences → In our prenatal sessions, we’ll explore your birth preferences, comfort measures, and procedures, all while prioritizing your feelings of safety and support through trauma-informed care models.

• Unlimited Text and Phone Support → From the moment you hire me until 6 weeks postpartum, you’ll have unlimited access to text and phone support, ensuring you feel confident and cared for every step of the way.

• Comfort Measures → We will discuss and practice comfort measures for labor, equipping both you and your birth partner with essential tools and techniques to create a positive birthing experience.

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Birth Attendance

• Advocacy and Communication → I will ensure that your birth preferences are communicated to the hospital staff or home birth team, reminding you of your options and helping you advocate for your wishes when necessary. I’ll provide gentle reminders to breathe, rest, hydrate, and stay nourished.

• Continuous In-Person Support → Experience continuous, in-person support throughout your labor and until 2 hours after birth. I’ll be there to provide advocacy, reassurance, guidance, and hands-on care during this transformative time.

• Comfort & Pain Relief Support → I’ll offer a range of comfort techniques, including acupressure, massage, optimal birthing positions, TENS, and hands-on pain management. I’ll guide your breathing, encourage movement, and ensure you stay hydrated and nourished for a more supported labor.

• Partner Support → I’ll help your partner(s) support you effectively and take breaks when needed, ensuring they are also cared for during this special time.

• Holistic Birth Support → My labor support involves helping you nurture and nourish all aspects of your mental, physical and emotional well-being. Resting when needed and utilizing gravity and movement, making you snacks, and running soothing baths to help you stay calm. I will guide you in deciding when it’s time to go to the hospital or call your midwives, advocating for your needs and preferences every step of the way.

• Comprehensive Doula Bag Access → Enjoy access to my doula bag, which includes essential tools such as a TENS unit, essential oils, and lighting options to create your ideal birth environment.

• Bonding Time Support → I’ll assist you in fostering early bonding time, gently exploring your choices and experiences to enhance your connection with your little one.

• Labor Notes and Timeline → Receive detailed labor notes and a timeline of your birth process, along with your first photos with your baby and any other moments you wish to capture.

• Post-Birth Support → After your birth, I will assist you with your first feed and newborn care, ensuring you have everything you need to start bonding with your baby.

• First Feed and Newborn Care → After your baby is born, I will assist with your first feed, offer newborn care support, and ensure that both you and your little one are comfortable and nourished.

Postpartum Support

• 2 Postpartum Sessions → Enjoy in-person sessions focusing on your needs as you transition into parenthood. Each visit is a space for you to express your thoughts, questions, and feelings without judgment.

• Listening and Debriefing → I’m here to listen and support you as you navigate your postpartum journey. We’ll discuss your birth experience, answer any postpartum and newborn-related questions, and ensure that you feel heard and understood.

• Support System Check-In → Together, we’ll assess your support system and make sure you’re receiving the help you need during this important time. I’ll provide guidance on how to best utilize your resources for optimal support.

• Personalized Referrals → Get tailored referrals to local parenting and postpartum resources that suit your unique needs. Whether it’s support groups, counselling, or lactation consultants, I’ll help you find the right connections.

• Ongoing Communication → Benefit from unlimited text and phone support throughout your fourth trimester. Whether you have questions or just need someone to talk to, I got you!

• Transition Support → Providing guidance you may need during those early days of parenthood; infant comforting, burping, feeding, sleep patterns, diapering, and other newborn behavioral norms.

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Training + Education

BIRTH & POSTPARTUM

• Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula Training, Doula School Canada

• Perinatal Substance Use, UBC

• Not Just the Blues: Perinatal Depression and Anxiety, UBC

• Trauma and Violence Informed Practice, Toronto Metropolitan University

• Indigenous Studies, Toronto Metropolitan University

• Gender-Affirming Perinatal Care: Safe, Respectful, and Celebratory, UBC

• (PHSA and BCW) SafeCare Perinatal Substance Use, UBC

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Training, Community Living York South

• ICS Hummingbird Level 1 – Foundations Module 2

• Infection Prevention and Control Basics for Health Care Workers in Patient Care Areas and/or Direct Care Roles

• Fraser Health Baby Friendly Initiative

OTHER

• Healthcare Provider CPR-C with AED

• Certified Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening

• Carrot Fertility-Approved Doula

• Sun Life Coverage-Approved Doula

• Registered with the Doulas for Aboriginal Families Grant Program (DAFGP)

• BCCDC Naloxone Administration, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority

• Conflict Resolution Training, Toronto Metropolitan University

• Substance Use & Harm Reduction, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority

• Indigenous Cultural Safety, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority

• Conclusion & Assessment, Toronto Metropolitan University

• Introduction to Harm Reduction, Regional Orientation Vancouver Coastal Health Authority

POST-SECONDARY

• BSW Bachelors of Social Work, Minor in Political Science and Caribbean Studies, Toronto Metropolitan University

WORKSHOPS & ROUNDTABLES

• EQ + You: for Care Workers with Jessica Robson

• Lactation + Nursing for Doulas with Allison Mennie of Milky Way Lactation

• Running Your Care Practice with Emma Devin of Brood

• Full Spectrum Roundtable with Gina Badger of Long Spell, Dr. Madeline Ennis, Julia Santana Parilla of So I Had an Abortion, and Zuzana Betkova, Registered Midwife and Adjunct Professor

• Bookkeeping for Doulas with Courtney Ewan of CCE Consulting

• Who You Are Affects How You Care with Anna Balagtas of Pocket Doula

• Supplements & Nutrition with Dr Jennifer Fitzgerald of Bird&Be

• Twins, Triplets, and Multiples 101 with Emma Devin and Lolo Chaumont of Brood

• NICU 101 for Doulas with Tracy Karp, (NP) Neonatal Patient Care, Nursing Education and Leadership

• Perinatal Mental Health: Identifying and Supporting Clients with PMADs, with MomWell 

• Sleep Training Roundtable with Desiree Russell and Jessica Peters

• Acupuncture and Acupressure for Doulas with Courtney Morris

• Values in Action: Boundaries & Balance in Care Work with Saphren Ma and Emma Devin of Brood

• Queer & Gender Affirming Care: Supporting and Celebrating Queer & Gender Diverse Families with Dia DP

• Lactation Support for Doulas: Common Ailments and Hands-on Resources with Allison Mennie of Milky Way Lactation

 

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