Just three short years ago, I became a Certified Association of Placenta Preparation Arts (APPA) Specialist. Being a Certified APPA Professional means that I have had extensive training in safety and sanitization processes. I am certified to meet the OSHA [...]
I toss and turn in my bed as David gets up to soothe our baby back to sleep. It’s the middle of the night and I can hear them negotiating in the next room. Maybe it’s a nightmare, a toothache, [...]
I just want to take a minute to express how thankful we are that you have been able to support us with the births of our children. You are something truly special and you will always hold a [...]
I have a confession to make...I’m a doula and I thought birth was always painful. After ten years of supporting over 250 families, I now know that this is not always the case. I’ve witnessed all kinds of births, from [...]
Welcome to Mississauga Moms and Babies Meetup! This year we have a great line up of topics and guest speakers joining us at Mississauga Moms and Babies Meet up. Our group is a safe place to connect with other moms, talk [...]
You may be pregnant and have spent countless hours preparing for the birth of your baby. Or perhaps you've just had a baby and are finding that it isn't what you expected. Life with a newborn can be very hard! [...]
There are many ways that adding a doula to your birth team even if you’re planning a home birth can enhance your experience. Having worked at both home and hospital births, We have experienced joy in attending home births [...]
Be Patient and Positive: The number one thing that any labouring person appreciates from their support person is patience. Childbirth can take a long time; whether it’s an induction, spontaneous labour or a caesarean section. Be prepared for lots of [...]
On May 22, 60 years ago, the first baby was delivered at Trillium Health Partners Hospital (formally Mississauga Hospital). Since then, they have become the hospital that delivers the most babies in Canada. Trillium holds a special place in my [...]
Free Mississauga Moms and Baby Meet up Workshop (You don't need to live in Mississauga to attend). Date: Tuesday Jan 30th, 2018 at 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. Address: 145 Traders Blvd. East Unit 10, Mississauga, ON. Stroller Friendly [...]
