YEG birth story was created with the dream that I could combine my passions for birth work and photography into one. I wanted to go beyond the role of "photographer" in supporting families but I didn't want to give up my burning desire to create. I didn't want to stop telling your stories. I want to tell more stories. I want to tell your BEST birth story.
I first became a mama in 2020 + it was all unknown to me. All I ever heard about birth was that it was scary, painful + that I should DEFINITELY get an epidural. The "scary" and "painful" parts became normalized to me. Birth is horrible for everyone... isn't it? Oh how wrong I was.
My hope is to empower, educate + support families along their journey to parenthood while capturing one of life's most beautiful and wild rides.
- 28% less likely to have a cesarean section
- 25% more likely to have a shorter labour
- 31% more likely to have a positive birth experience
- 41% less likely to need forceps
- support for your partner
- support with feeding
- emotional support
- physical support
- gaining evidence based information to make informed decisions
- taking back your control
- having someone to advocate for your wants + wishes
- decrease in anxiety
- initial consultation
- 1 prenatal visit
- ongoing support during pregnancy
- access to doula library
- on call 24/7 38+ weeks
- labour + birth support
- a written + visual account of your birth story
- 1 postpartum visit
A SAVINGS OF $285
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- initial consultation
- 2 prenatal visits
- ongoing support during pregnancy
- access to doula library
- on call 24/7 38+ weeks
- labour + birth support
- a written + visual account of your birth story
- 2 postpartum visits
A SAVINGS OF $855
A free consult to anyone interested in booking with me for their doula support. This is an opportunity where we get to meet in person or via Zoom + discuss what exactly I offer + get to know one another a little better!
The prenatal visits are where we get to meet in person (usually in your home). We talk about your birth wishes/plans, discuss pain management options + plan for postpartum. Throughout your pregnancy, I am available to you via text, email and phone call. I will also be in touch with you sharing resources + information along the way.
I will be by your side throughout your labour and birth. Labour and birth support often looks like light touch massage, counter pressure, advocating to your health care professional(s) - sticking to your birth wishes, emotional support, relaxation, breathing techniques, supporting your partner + giving you information to make informed decisions.
I will come visit you once baby is born and you're settled in at home (usually between 1 week - 4 weeks postpartum). I bring with me a little goodie basket for you and baby and we chat about how things have been going. If you are booking additional postpartum support, I can assist you with: infant feeding, bathing, soothing, comforting and household support.
A retainer is required to book but the remainder of the payment is spread throughout our time together. If you're worried about payment - contact me + let's chat!
No - a doula does not provide any medical support or advice. A doula is simply an additional support; a part of your birthing team but does not replace your health care professional.
The beauty of this question is that it's entirely up to you! You can book with me when you're 4 weeks pregnant or when you're 34 weeks pregnant. I'm here for YOU + what YOU need.
Of course! Whether you want to birth at home, in hospital or at a local birthing centre - I will be there to support you! As of right now, most hospitals within the Edmonton area allow you to have 2 support people in the delivery room.
Absolutely not -- I am here for YOU. If you want an epidural - I'll be the one bugging the anesthesiologist to get on it. If you want to bottle feed - I'll be the one sanitizing the bottles for you! My hope is to help empower + educate families into making informed choices that work best for them - WHATEVER that may be! This is a judgement free zone (always).
Yes! I hope to support families living in Edmonton and surrounding areas. If you're not in YEG but you're interested in booking - connect with me!