I didn’t choose Doula work. Doula work found me!
When I was pregnant for the first time, it felt like every place I went which was meant for pregnant people contained doom and dread for birth and pregnancy itself. I enjoyed my pregnancy and looked forward to giving birth with excitement and anticipation. I was not scared. I wanted this feeling for others too!
When I was on my second maternity leave I decided to complete my Yoga Teacher Training and I specialized in Prenatal and Postnatal yoga. My goal was to create a space and a community where families could come and feel supported and learn about how amazing this time in their lives can be. I taught yoga classes that were educational and I would give my students tools they could utilize when they were in labour. This turned into workshops for couples or birthing partners which turned into some of those couples asking me to be at their births! It was a wonderful honour to be trusted in this way. So once my children were a bit older I officially completed my Birth and Postnatal Doula training and became certified.
My Credentials:
Honours degree in Finance & Economics minor in French, University of Western Ontario
350 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Certification
Certified Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher
Yoga Alliance Certified Education Provider
Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula
Registered with the Ontario Association of Doulas
Fully Insured as a Doula and Yoga Teacher
CPR & First Aid certified
NCCP level 1 & 2 Rugby Coach
Clear Vulnerable Sector Screen
