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Aimée, DONA-trained Labour Doula - "Adar Massage and Doula Services"
Vancouver, BC
Services:  Doula and prenatal massage practitioner
Comments: I provide emotional, physical and informational support to labouring women and their families. Types of support I can provide include prenatal, labour and postnatal massage in-office or to your home, home visits to aid in establishing birth plans, coaching you and your partner or friend in useful pain-relief massage techniques, sharing information about labour, birth and breastfeeding, helping you to get in touch with services and groups that will suit your needs and just being a listening ear during this time of rapid and profound change. Whether you choose to give birth at home or in the hospital, I can come to your home as soon as you feel that you need my support. I will stay with you for a couple of hours after the birth to ensure that breastfeeding is going well for you and that your questions are answered. Queer friendly!
Telephone: (604) 609.8254
Address: 2414 Main Street, Vancouver, BC
Email: info@adarmassage.com
Webpage: http://adarmassage.com                                  Submitted: 04/07/05

Sarah Alexander, RN - "Belly to Baby"
Registered nurse, childbirth educator, doula, breastfeeding counselor
Where: Coquitlam/Vancouver, BC
Description: Childbirth education classes / occasional doula work
Comments: My passion for the birthing process began in 1993 when I volunteered at a midwifery clinic in The Philippines. Since than I have worked to incorporate this passion into a meaningful career by training to become a Registered Nurse specializing in Labour and Delivery, a Breastfeeding Counselor, a Doula (providing women with emotional and physical support while in labour) and a Mother.
Heather Martin, British Columbia's leading prenatal educator and retired midwife, has mentored me and encouraged the inception of Belly to Baby.
Prior to having my daughter Chloe, I felt prepared for labour but I didn't realize how many questions I would face once she arrived. Belly to Baby not only prepares you and your birth partner for labour and delivery, but also guides you through the questions and answers that arise after your baby's arrival.
My hope is that you will cherish your birth experience as a precious and empowering time in your life. I want women to be satisfied with their birth experience and be informed in their expectations. It is important that your birth partners feel involved in the process and appreciate the value of their role in this unique experience.
I am currently employed at BC Women's Hospital in Vancouver, BC as a perinatal nurse. I reside with my husband, daughter Chloe, and Bernese Mountain dog on Heritage Mountain in beautiful Port Moody, BC
Telephone: 604 469 2698
Email: bellytobaby@shaw.ca
Webpage: www.bellytobaby.ca                                          Submitted: 07/05/05

Janice Beale, CD (DONA) - "Birth Joy Doula Services"
Services: Childbirth Educator and Doula
Contact information: phone (250) 547-2269
Email: beale@cablelan.net

Mark Bentz, RMT - "Everest Therapeutics Inc."
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Description: Soft tissue rehabilitation and pain management treatments
Comments: Downtown Vancouver Massage Therapy and Chiropractic Clinic
Telephone: 604-633-9593
Address: M201-970 Burrard Street
Email: mark@everesttherapeutics.com / info@everesttherapeutics.com
Webpage: http://www.everesttherapeutics.com                                 Submitted: 17/04/2007

Eva Bild - "Mothering Touch Doula Services"
Certified Doula, DONA
Victoria, BC
Services: Childbirth Preparation Classes and Workshops, Labour support, Doula Services, Breastfeeding Counseling, and support.  Contact: 250-213-8958
Comments:  Mothering Touch Doula Services provides families in Victoria, British Columbia with professional support throughout the childbearing year. We believe strongly in women's ability to give birth and in their need for well-prepared support during pregnancy, labour and breastfeeding. We believe that parents-to-be are embarking on a life-changing journey and that they are entitled to respect, compassion and support. As doulas, we consider it an honour to be invited to join our clients on this journey.
Email: eva@motheringtouch.ca
Webpage: http://www.motheringtouch.ca                  Submitted: 11/21/02

Natalie Braconnier - "Mountain Pride Natural Health Services"
DONA Doula-in-training
Where: Calgary, AB, soon to be Nanaimo, BC
Description: Birth Doula, Reflexologist
Comments: My focus is on providing support to couples before and during birth (doula services), and has the potential to expand into many avenues of gentle healing and nourishing support for the body and mind. It is my wish to bring a natural, healthy spin on pregnancy and birth to all women and their partners and to be knowledgeable about herbs, nutrition, and therapies that are safe to use during pregnancy, birth, and post partum. Birth is my passion, and I look forward to accompanying you and your partner on this wonderful journey into Motherhood, whether it's for the first or fifth time.
Email: natalie@mountainpride.ca
Webpage: http://www.mountainpride.ca                             Submitted: 08/09/07

Gwen Bradley, CD (DONA), CBE - "Down Baby Lane Birth Services"
Fraser Valley, British Columbia
Services:  Certified Doula and Childbirth Educator
Comments: I provide professional labour support, breastfeeding information and assistance as well a some post partum services. Private childbirth education classes are also available in your home or mine.
Telephone: 604-557-9339 Cell number: 604-615-0923
Address: Abbotsford, British Columbia
Email: downbabylane@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.webspawner.com/users/chilliwackdoula/              Submitted: 05/29/04      Updated: 01/01/05

Abby Brannstrom, Doula, La Leche League Leader - "Heartsong Birth"
Where: Greater Vancouver, BC
Description: Birth Doula and Breastfeeding support
Comments: An experienced mother of three, La Leche League leader and doula, I provide labour, childbirth and breastfeeding support.  Check out my website for more information.
Email: heartsongbirth@telus.net
Webpage: http://www.heartsongbirth.com                      Submitted: 01/09/07

Robyn Chambers, B. Ed, CBE, CD, DONA - "The First Day Doula Services"
Coquitlam and around the Lower Mainland
As a DONA certified doula I offer the mom and childbearing family emotional, educational and informational support before, during and after childbirth. I also offer private prenatal classes
Telephone: 604-838-1935
Email: thefirstday@shaw.ca            Submitted: 09/07/02    Updated: 01/12/04

Pauline Clare - "Your Doula Services"
Doula, Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding Counselor
Coquitlam, BC and the lower mainland area
Services: Providing certified birth doula, childbirth education and breastfeeding services.
Telephone: 604-931-1233 or 604-783-2977
I believe that as a Doula I can enhance a labouring moms confidence in her ability to give birth naturally. Through various methods and skills I work to support the birthing family to help them attain the birth they desire.
Email: pdoherty@shaw.ca
Webpage: www.geocities.com/pclare3                           Submitted: 07/03/03

Julie Coey, RMT - "Active Health Clinic"
Where: Victoria, BC
Description: Prenatal Massage Therapy, Postnatal Massage Therapy, Pregnancy Massage Table available at both locations, Infant Massage and lessons.
Comments: Julie Coey is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), with further training as a Birth Doula and an Infant Massage Instructor. Julie has a passionate interest in pregnancy and women’s health, infants, and pediatric well-being. Her practice offers a pregnancy massage table to allow every body the ability to relax in a face-down position. Being a very proud mom herself Julie always looks forward to sharing experiences with others.
Telephone: 250-382-7246
Address: 102-1625 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC
Email: juliecoeyrmt@gmail.com
Webpage: http://www.activehealthclinic.ca                                 Submitted: 5/25/2007

Tricia Collingham, BSc., DSA Doula - "DOULATRICIA"
Where: Vancouver, BC
Description: Birth and Postpartum Doula, Hatha and Prenatal Yoga Instructor
Comments: Becoming a mother was the most important event in my life. I believe birth is one of the most significant events in a woman and her family's life and it is my goal to help women achieve better, more fulfilling birth experiences.
Email: doulatricia@hotmail.com
Webpage: http://doulatricia.blogspot.com                                        Submitted: 1/16/08

Tawnya L. Croteau, DSA, DONA Member - "Tender Loving Care Doula Services"
Nanaimo
Contact information: Phone (250) 722-3744 Pager 250-755-8690
Cell: 250-741-4613 or
Email: tlcdoula4birth@direct.ca
Webpage: Tender Loving Care Doula Service

Jill Culver, Doula, postpartum doula, breastfeeding counsellor
Where: Lower Mainland, BC
Comments: Providing personalized caring labour support.
Telephone: 604-889-6997
Email: doulajill@telus.net
Webpage: http://www.doulajill.com             Submitted: 07/01/2007

Michelle Dennill  - "Bloom Birth Services"
Where: Chilliwack and the fraser valley
Description: Birth doula services, breastfeeding counseling
Telephone: 604-997-3000
Email:  birthdoula@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.bloombirth.com                                             Submitted:  11/05/07

Jay Duncan  - "Helping Hands Postpartum Services"
DONA trained Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator
Victoria, BC
Description: Postpartum Doula and Childbirth Educator
Comments: I provide women with physical, emotional and practical help during the postpartum period. Women were not meant to "mother" alone. The postpartum period can be an overwhelming and a stressful period in a new mothers life. The help, guidance and informational assistance that a postpartum doula can provide can reduce the stress levels and boost the confidence of new moms and families. I look forward to helping new families ease into the transition of their new roles.
Email: mama_jay@hotmail.com                             Submitted: 06/26/05

Kathryn Eagleheart- "Natural Birthing and Postpartum Centre"
Where: Victoria BC
Description: Labour/Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counseller
Comments: I offer many different services, based on you and your family's needs.  I emphasize support that continues into the postpartum period, as the more support we have during this time, the more we will get out of this amazing yet challenging time. We can also do so much preparation for both the birth and when the baby arrives, during pregnancy, making the whole childbearing year flow much more smoothly!
Telephone: 250-386-2758
Email: keagleheart@uniserve.com
Webpage: www.birthingandpostpartum.com                    Submitted: 19/02/2007

Karen Evers - "The Birth Place"
Founder The Birth Place, Doula, Breastfeeding Counsellor, Doula Trainer, Childbirth Educator, Birth and Breastfeeding Educational Material Producer, Speaker
Where: Lower Mainland, British Columbia
Description: Doulas, (homecare and labour), prenatal classes, belly casting, massage, doula training, stretch & relax classes, breastfeeding services, and baby groups, breast pump rentals.
Comments:   The Birth Place offers services and products for the year of pregnancy and after.  We have specialty products at reasonable prices and are baby and environmentally friendly.
Telephone: 604.520.1908 or 604.466.5811
Address: 955 Burnette Avenue, Coquitlam, B.C.  11962 224th St. Maple Ridge, B.C.
Email: info@thebirthplace.ca
Webpage: http://www.thebirthplace.ca                  Submitted: 10/12/05

Kathy Faulkner
I am a member of Doula Services of BC and Dona. I help clients of all back grounds and all age groups.
I work within the Fraser Valley to Vancouver.
I can be reached at 604-530-9854
Or Email: rkfaulkner@shaw.ca

Angela Flegel, GBI, Doula - "Oceanside Doula Services"
Nanaimo, BC
As a birth doula I help educate, encourage and empower families with their birthing choices.
Telephone: (250)753-8899
Email:ocean_doula_services@canada.com
Webpage: http://oceansidedoula.dvkservices.com                   Submitted: 05/30/04   Updated: 03/24/05

Marianna Fuscaldo, B.Sc., D.C. Webster in utero certification, FICPA
- "Fuscaldo Chiropractic and Total Health Centre"
My philosophy is simply "helping kids and their families achieve health and wellness". As a chiropractor focused on prenatal care, neonatal care, and family care, I enjoy forming new relationships in the community with others involved with maternity in any way.  Most people do not realize that there are options other than medical intervention for pregnancy and infant conditions such as back pain, breech presentations, colic, broad/round ligament discomfort and many more...
Telephone: 604-515-7018 Fax: 604-515-7058
Address: 434 East Columbia Street, New Westminster V3L 3W9
Email: Dr. Marianna Fuscaldo                         Submitted:07/04/04            Updated: 8/17/2006

Sally Glenn - "Happy Cats Yoga"
Certified in Baby Sign and children's yoga
Where: Community Centers and Mum's groups
Description: Mum and Baby sign classes offered in American Sign. Children's yoga
Telephone: 604-961-7011
Email: happycatyoga@yahoo.ca
Webpage: http://www.happycatsyoga.com                            Submitted: 01/20/08

Katie Green (wanting to volunteer)
Second year science student at UCC, Midwife
University College of the Cariboo , Kamloops, BC
Volunteer in any Lamaze class, applying to be a Midwife
I am looking for any volunteer work experience related for a Midwife or Lamaze class. I am applying to the Midwife course at UBC in 2005 and know it would be very beneficial to have some sort of experience in a Lamaze class or prenatal care.
Telephone: 250-571-3519
Address: 850 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC
Email: kgalke@hotmail.com

Cheryl Grenon
Labour Support and Post Partum Services
Contact information: Phone (250) 963-6929 Fax: (250) 963-9609
Email: grenon@bc.sympatico.ca

Regan Grill - "Aum To Earth Yoga & Doula Care, DONA International"
Where: Nanaimo, BC
Description: Professional childbirth coaching, postpartum support and prenatal yoga classes.  Birth doula, postpartum doula, certified yoga instructor, reiki practitioner.
Comments: I work to educate women and men in the community about the wisdom of the birth process and what options are available for support. I offer professional childbirth coaching and postpartum support, as well as, prenatal yoga classes.
Telephone: 250.754.2862
Email: regan@aumtoearth.com
Webpage: http://www.aumtoearth.com                                     Submitted:  12/23/06

Mary Hebden, RN, BSN, PNC(C), LCCE, HBCE - "Cowichan Birthwise"
Duncan, BC
Description: Lamaze certified childbirth classes, labor support,  and HypnoBirthing Childbirth.
I am an experience maternity nurse and childbirth educator and believe that birth is a normal, natural and healthy event which profoundly affects women and their families.  I offer a full range of prenatal classes to help you birth normally and with confidence.
Telephone: (250) 748-8493
Email: mnhebden@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.cowichanbirthwise.ca                      Submitted: 05/16/05  Updated: 05/08/06

Jane Hedges, RM - "Northern Midwifery Services"
Registered Midwife Offering Home, hospital and Waterbirths
Greater Prince George Area, BC
For the past four years I have been living and working as a Midwife in Dunedin New Zealand. I have just recently returned home to Prince George, and I will be offering Midwifery services in the Greater Prince George Area.
With Northern Midwifery Services, you have the benefit of consistent and reliable prenatal, childbirth and postpartum care. Family centered care brings together women, their partners and their support networks to create opportunities for families to share in the childbirth experience.
Telephone: 250-962-9361
Email: princegeorgemidwife@yahoo.ca
Webpage: http://princegeorgemidwife.com                         Updated: 02/04/05

Cindy Hansen - "First Breath Doula Services"
Title: Certified Birth/Postpartum Doula, Certified Breastfeeding Counselor
Where: Chilliwack Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley.
Description: I offer one to one continuous support for women (and their partners) during labor. Labor/Birth Photography
Comments: I am honored to be able to assist women and couples at a  most vulnerable and precious time in their lives. The birth of a child is a memory that will last a life time.
Telephone: 604 847 0458
Email: cindyhansen@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.geocities.com/fraservalleydoula/doula.html      Submitted: 1/26/08

Vicki Hanson, LCCE, FSW, BFC, Doula
Tanis Swanson-Ross,
- "Expansions Birth and Baby Basics"
Providing support to moms and their families in Kamloops and surrounding area since 1997. Experienced in various areas of instruction and support.
Canadian Distributor of Earth Mama Angel Baby Products
Services: Lamaze Childbirth Preparation Classes, Doula Services, Breastfeeding Counselors, Level 1 Birthing From Within, and Post Partum Support.
Telephone: (250)554-3308 (250)579-8003
Email: vsbjhanson@yahoo.ca
Website: www.expansionsbandbbasics.com                 Submitted: 01/18/04

Lisa Hoogenraad, CD (DONA)
Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Birth Doula
Member of B.C. Doula Services Association and DONA
Providing labour support in the Lower Fraser Valley (Langley, Abbotsford, Mission Chilliwack)
Contact Information: lisadoula@hotmail.com

Ruth Johnson, RN - "Professional Birth Guide Services"
Okanagan valley (Penticton to Vernon)
Contact Information: Phone (250) 764 5399 Fax 250 764 5398
Email: ruth@cyberhealth.bc.ca
Website for Birth Guide Services: http://www.cyberhealth.bc.ca/

Sarah Juliusson, MSN, CD (DONA) - "Dancing Star Birth Services"
Greater Vancouver
Providing Birthing From Within childbirth classes & doula care, Advanced Birthing From Within Mentor
Telephone: 604 254-1100
Email: sarah@dancingstarbirth.ca
Website: www.dancingstarbirth.ca

Tina Kerr   - "Birthwell Doula Services"
Birth Doula
I am available throughout the Lower Mainland, mainly Vancouver, BC, Canada
Birth doula with massage and fluent in American Sign Language
Professional Labour Support begins with a trusting relationship between parents-to-be and doula. It grows into a special bond as we journey together through your unique birth experience. I am there with up-to-date comfort techniques and emotional support throughout the entire birth. I do not take the place of anyone else there for support. I become part of the team there at your birth working towards the best experience possible for you and your baby.
Telephone: 604-306-4399
Email: birthwelldoula@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://members.shaw.ca/birthwelldoula

Christa Kickbush, CD/CCE (CBI) - "Pacific Birth Steps"
Where: Chilliwack and Fraser Valley, British Columbia
Description: Doula, Childbirth Educator, Massage, Infant Massage and Baby Sign Language Instructor
Comments: I provide labour and postpartum doula services to families in Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley. I also provide private and group prenatal classes, massage, infant massage classes, and baby sign language classes. I am committed to supporting women and families with compassionate, unbiased, and evidence based information.
Email: christa@pacificbirthsteps.com
Webpage: http://www.pacificbirthsteps.com       Submitted: 12/10/06  Updated:  9/23/07

Sandra Kleiss, Doula, C.A,C.R
Doula, certified Aromatherapist, Reflexologist and Level 3 reiki practitioner.
Labyrinth Therapeutics-support for the childbearing year and beyond.
Fraser Valley, B.C.
Birth and postpartum doula services. Aromatherapy, reflexology and Reiki treatments available.  With over 8 years experience in the natural health field I am now offering a comprehensive support service for the childbearing family. We also have a line of natural eco-friendly herbal products for mom and baby. A pampered Mom is a relaxed Mom.
Telephone: 604-316-2286
Email: sandrakleiss_7@msn.com
Webpage: http://freewebs.com/labyrinth-therapeutics                 Submitted: 02/28/05

Gloria Lemay, TBA (Traditional Birth Attendant, Midwife)
Where: Vancouver, BC
Description: Childbirth Educator, Traditional Birth Attendant
Comments: Gloria Lemay has been attending births in BC for over 25 years and has assisted with approximately 2000 births. She has faced relentless persecution by the BC College of Midwives for not having joined their organization and becoming "regulated" in 1998, and yet, remains one of the most sought after birth educators and birth attendants in the province.
I love being a midwife. I want my gravestone to read "Gloria Lemay MIDWIFE & MOTHER She spoke up for babies". Right across Canada, provincial governments are regulating and licensing midwives in an effort to respond to consumer demand for gentler, kinder obstetric practices. Like many government programs, the midwifery movement is losing its alternative nature and becoming more and more like the medical model it was supposed to replace. Instead of truly opening up choice for women - grown women who chose to get pregnant, chose to stay pregnant and then choose to give birth naturally without medications - the regulation of midwifery has created yet another controlled member of the medical monopoly on caring. Women across the country are seeking yet another alternative. Birth assistants, doulas, labour coaches, private birth attendants... there are many names for the women who are emerging to take up the alternative role. Now, the same tactics that were used to keep the midwives down - legal action, ridicule, accusations of ignorance - are being used to suppress the new alternative birth caregivers.
Email:  gloria@glorialemay.com
Webpage: http://www.glorialemay.com/

Lisa-marie - "Heart of Labour"
Completed Doula, Labour support program @Douglas college.
I offer support for you and your partner throughout your pregnancy and during labor at home, and/or at the hospital. (Also, love working with single mothers) 2 or more prenatal visits, unlimited phone calls, and help designing a birth plan. I offer access to all my resources: books, and brochures, handouts, videos, as it pertains to your needs. I have knowledge of many positions and techniques to aid you during labour. I offer you my support and heart. Enhancing your birth experience, and making it the birth you want it to be.
Home Births, B.C. Woman's hospital, St. Paul's hospital, Royal Columbian Hospital - Tsawwassen, Ladner, South Delta, Vancouver and area, B.C. Canada. Exceptions are always possible, but close proximity is best for your comfort and mine!
Email: bitsygiggles@yahoo.ca
Webpage: http://heartoflabour.clicksitebuilder.com/             Submitted: 04/25/03  Updated: 10/05/05

Sandy A. Lopez - "Handmaiden Birthing Support Services"
Where: Vancouver, Lower Mainland
Description: Professional Doula Service and prenatal education - Lamaze Childbirth Educator
Comments: Self employed nurturing, friendly Doula, providing continuous labour, delivery and immediate post partum care for the childbearing family. Physical, emotional support, birth planning, breastfeeding. Excellent obstetrical evaluations.  References upon request.
Telephone: 604-374-5878
Email:  famties@telus.net
Webpage: http://www.handmaidendoula.com                          Submitted: 7/13/07

S. Lorraine McAteer, Personal Counsellor, Doula
New Westminster and Surrounding Areas
Services: Keeping mothers (and their families) happy and healthy by identifying and dealing with personally relevant stressors associated with pregnancy, childbirth, parenting and having a new addition to the family.
Home visits may be arranged for Mom's convenience.
Doula services may also be offered (current DSA member)
1979 BCIT, Nursing courses.1983 BCIT, Med Rad.(RTR)  1979-1991 Practicing medical professional.
1994 BA Psych, honours degree 1st class. (Thesis topic: Stress and sensory sensitivity).
1994 Had firstborn by C-section. (Learned firsthand about the over-medicalization of the birth process, how women have been removed from control in their birthing experience and have been taught to not trust their own body) 1998 Had 2nd child VBAC with Doula assisting.
(In comparison to my first birth, discovered how wonderful the birth experience could be!)
2002, MA Counseling Psychology, SFU. (Thesis topic: The effects of stressors, social support and locus of control on depressive symptoms in the pre and postpartum.)
Spring 2002, Doula training, Douglas College. Happily married mother of two beautiful children.
Email:4mcateers@telus.net

Heather McCue - "Island Childbirth Education"
Victoria and lower Vancouver Island
Doula support, childbirth education classes, breastfeeding support
I believe that childbirth is a natural, normal event in a woman's life, and will support women and babies as such. My classes and birth; support are intended to share information about pregnancy, childbirth, and post-natal options available to women who are approaching their childbirth experience. I realize that it is only when women have full knowledge about their maternity and infant care options, that they can truly offer informed consent.
Email: heather@IslandChildbirth.com
Webpage: http://www.islandchildbirth.com

Roz McElroy, RN, BA Midwifery, RGN - "BIRTHING BUDDIES"
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Description:  RN, BA Midwifery, Childbirth Education, Professional Childbirth Preparation
Our Services: One to one education in your own home to prepare you and your partner for childbirth from a midwifery perspective to empower you to have a positive childbirth experience. A labour support package is included for you to use which includes TENS, birthing ball etc. and upon collection of the package following the birth of your child, a postnatal visit and breastfeeding support is offered thereafter.
The Aquadoula Birth Pool is now available for hire throughout BC and Canada.
Telephone: 604 734 4649
Address: 207/2929 West 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Email: info@birthingbuddies.com
Webpage: http://birthingbuddies.com                                 Submitted: 08/24/04             Updated: 01/10/06

Holly Malashewsky and Carrie Macintosh, CD(DONA) - "The Birthing Way Doula Services"
Where: Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Vernon B.C. and surrounding areas
Description: Private prenatal, labour and birth support, breastfeeding support, postpartum support.
Telephone: 250-804-1628 or 250-832-0071
Email: thebirthingway@hotmail.com
Webpage: http://www.thebirthingway.wordpress.com                         Submitted: 03/18/08

Jewel Marra, Certified Birth Doula - "MaternaLove Doula Services"
Kamloops, B.C.
Description: Birth and Postpartum Doula
Telephone: 250-573-7810
Email: jemarra30@hotmail.com

Karen Miller - "Nanaimo Hypnosis"
HypnoBirthing Childbirth Educator, Certified Hypnotherapist
Nanaimo, BC
Description: Childbirth education and preparation.
Comments:  HypnoBirthing® is a unique method of relaxed, natural childbirth, enhanced by hypnosis techniques, that allows women to call upon their natural instincts to bring about a safer, easier, more comfortable birthing in the way that most mirrors nature... During Hypnobirthing Childbirth Education Classes you'll learn deep relaxation, slow breathing patterns and self-guided release of endorphins, the body's natural opiates. This enables you to enjoy an unmedicated, safe and gentle birthing for your baby, often pain-free, often more quickly. If your birthing date is imminent or you are unable to attend a scheduled class, a personalized one-day intensive class is also available to meet your needs.
Telephone: (250) 741-1461
Address: 9-321 Wesley Street, Nanaimo
Email: karen@nanaimohypnosis.com
Webpage: http://www.nanaimohypnosis.com                                   Submitted: 12/02/05

Jacquie Munro, BA(Psych),, former ICCE, CD(DONA) - "Vancouver Doula"
Lower Mainland (Vancouver/Fraser Valley)
Doula for 19 years.  I have been interested in birthing issues since I studied developmental psychology at UBC in the early 1980's. I put my studies to practical use during my two pregnancies, first with medical, then with midwifery care.  I became involved with the birthing community to promote family-centred care, and studied to become a Certified Childbirth Educator and Doula. I have been the coordinator for Vancouver Childbirth, a founding developer of the Douglas College Doula Course, the BC Doulas of North America representative, and developed a holistic childbirth education series for The Midwifery Group. I have been practicing as a doula and childbirth educator since 1987, supporting over 700 women and their families at home and in the hospital, and teaching thousands of expectant parents.
Contact information: Phone 778-883-9851
Or Email: vancouverdoula@gmail.com
Webpage: http://www.vancouverdoula.blogspot.com                   Updated: 09/26/05

Erin Patrick - "Functional Fitness and Personal Training"
BCRPA certified group exercise, strength training and personal trainer, CanFit Pro certified Pre and Postnatal exercise specialist
Victoria, BC
Comments: Certified Pre and Postnatal exercise specialist offering pre and postnatal fitness classes and personal training to expectant and new mothers in the greater Victoria BC area.
Telephone: (250) 858-7972
Email: erin@functionalfit.ca
Webpage: http://www.functionalfit.ca                         Submitted: 07/07/05

Terra Reindl
Okanagan valley (Penticton to Vernon)
Contact Information: Phone (250) 762-9763 or
Email: reindl@cnx.net

Carly Rigby - "A Special Delivery Birth Services"
Based in New Westminster and serving Vancouver and surrounding areas of the Lower Mainland.
I have been working as a doula since June, 1997. In that time, I have supported many women and families in defining their best birthexperiences and helping them to achieve their goals.
Telephone: 604.777.2241
Email: carly@aspecialdoula.com
Webpage: http://www.aspecialdoula.com

Heidi Scarfone - "Having Your Baby"
Childbirth educator doula and artist.
Canada, US, and International
Services: Heidi offers childbirth educators, doulas and others in the childbirth world, baby related artwork in the form of cards and originals. Drawings are done from photos so that the service can be offered to clients of doulas. As a childbirth educator and doula, Heidi uses the images of babies from births that she has attended.
Email: scarfone@quickclic.net
Webpage: http://www.havingyourbaby.com/                     Submitted: 11/06/02

Carmen Schultz-Billon, CD (DONA), CBI (CBE) - "Chilliwack Private In Home Prenatal Classes"
Chilliwack, BC and surrounding areas.
Description: Childbirth Educator offering Private In Home Prenatal Classes
Comments: I believe in a woman's ability to feel powerful in her birth and provide classes that support that. I currently provide private in home childbirth classes to women or couples in the Chilliwack area. This is a personalized service tailored to fit the desires of the individual, all in the comfort of your own home.
Telephone: 604-701-2511
Email: valleydoula@hotmail.com
Webpage: http://www.freewebs.com/chilliwackprenatal/                     Submitted: 01/01/05   Updated: 7/23/07

Jennifer Scott - "Natural Childbirth and Beyond"
Currently working on CLD certification and Childbirth Educator Certification through CAPPA,  I am CAPPA Canada's BC representative
Central Okanogan, BC
My prenatal series has a focus on natural labour and childbirth.  Interested couples should have a desire to have as natural a childbirth experience as possible.  Medical interventions and pain medications will be discussed in full as an option when things do not go as planned. 
Email: doulaingwithlove@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://members.shaw.ca/doulaingwithlove/Jennifer's%20Doula%20Services.htm         Updated: 03/17/05

Nikiah Seeds, CD (DONA) - "Natural Touch Childbirth Education and Doula Services"
Certified Childbirth Educator, Birthing From Within Mentor, Certified Reflexologist, Chartered Herbalist with the Dominion Herbal College and RHN (Registered Holistic Nutritionist)
Vancouver B.C.
Services: Birth Doula, Reflexologist, Nutrition for Children, Belly casting, Prenatal classes
I first became introduced to Doulas in 1996 when I attended my first birth as labor support to a friend. I have been interested and involved with birthing ever since. I became a doula in 2000 when I trained at Douglas College and I went on to become a certified birth doula with {DONA} Doulas of North America. I am also proud to be the president of Doula Services Association of B.C. a non-profit organization dedicated to providing Doulas for Birthing and postpartum women here in British Columbia. (For more information you can call our referral line at 604-515-5588 or check out our web-site at http://bcdoulas.org.) Being a part of this association helps me stay current in the birthing community. I enjoy giving my time and support to our amazing group of members and professional Doulas here in this province.
I offer ongoing Prenatal classes in the Birthing From Within style, as well as information on Blessingways, herbs for pregnancy, shopping and more....
Telephone: 604-738-1543
Email: lotusbirth@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.naturaltouchdoula.com/    http://www.seedsofbirth.com          Submitted: 08/31/03   Updated: 02/07/06

Tracy Simpson - "Mama Love Doula Services"
Labour support and postpartum care. Serving clients within the Greater Vancouver area.
Contact Information: phone (604) 254-5492 or
Email: mamalove@doula.com

Jacquelyn Smith, Doula - "Bellyblessings"
Victoria, BC   Contact information: Phone: (250) 592-4868
Email: info@bellyblessings.com

Judy Smith - "Labour of Love"
Doula, member of DONA
Serving Downtown Vancouver and the lower mainland area
Birth Doula, Postnatal Doula, Breastfeeding support, Prenatal and Postnatal services and supplies.
As a Doula, I assist the mother and the partner to achieve the birth that they desire. I believe that the partner is a very important member of the birth team. I act as their advocate and voice. I believe that a Doula can help a labouring mother by giving her the confidence to birth naturally. I provide support and information to ensure a safe and satisfying birth experience. We meet 1-2 times prenatally where we develop a detailed birth plan (with alternatives). I stay with the mother during childbirth and since I live downtown and close to major hospitals, mothers very often labour at my home. I stay immediately post-partum where I assist with the first nursing. After the birth I make 1-2 visits (more if needed) to assist with settling in.
Telephone: 604-633-0818 or 604-968-0074 mobile
Address: 600-1226 Hamilton St.
Email: labouroflove@canada.com

Kerri Smith
Chilliwack, BC
Description: doula, breastfeeding counselor, birth tub rental
Email: kerrijeansmith@aol.com
Webpage: http://www.aquadoula.bravehost.com/                 Submitted: 06/13/05

Carli Spielman, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula- "The Divine Child Doula Services"
Vancouver, BC
Description: birth and postpartum doula
Comments: Carli is a DONA trained Birth and Postpartum Doula, a member of DONA and the Doula Services Association of BC and the mother of a lovely little girl, Frankie. Please see my website for more information.
Telephone: 778.327.9691
Address: 3709 Main Street Vancouver, BC
Email: carli@thedivinechild.ca
Webpage: http://www.thedivinechild.ca                                Submitted: 03/27/08

Sherry Stewart - "Birthpath"
Doula, Doula Trainer, Childbirth Educator, Relaxation Therapist
Member of DONA, DSA, Founding Member of ICEA.
Trained by Dr. Robert Bradley and Margaret Gamper, R.N. - 37 years in labour support, education and consulting.
Over 2,000 births attended in over 100 different Canadian hospitals.
Vancouver and surrounding area.
Contact Information: Phone: 604-264-0784 Fax: 604-264-0780
Or Email: cberger@infoserve.net

Cindy Storie-Soth - "Cowichan Valley Childbirth Preparation"
Where: Duncan, British Columbia
Description: Childbirth Educator
Comments: Pregnancy is an exciting time. With this inevitable change comes many questions and concerns. Cowichan Valley Childbirth is dedicated to informing, educating and empowering expectant parents so that they are better able to make informed choices surrounding the birth of their baby.
As every woman is different, so is every birth. These classes are designed to help couples discover what will work best for them. Expectant parents will leave the class with a better understanding of the birthing process, of some proven pain coping techniques and how to create and maintain a healthy environment for a fulfilling birth.
Telephone: 1.250.480.9712
Address: 1109 Paradise Close, Cowichan Bay, BC, V0R 1N2
Email: cstorie@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.cowichanchildbirth.com                      Submitted: 09/04/2007

Debbie Tancsa - "Empowering Births Doula Service"
I am happy to serve families in Merritt, Kamloops, Princeton and all surrounding areas.
Contact Information: Phone (250) 378-5207
Email: tancsa@uniserve.com
Website: http://www.angelfire.com/bc/douladeb

Renee Tesch - "Heart and Soul and Doula Services"
Labour Support Doula, and Aspiring Midwife
Vancouver to Maple Ridge
Doula, Educator, Prenatal Services
I live in Surrey with my husband of 19 years and my 4 children. I am a doula, educator and aspiring midwife. As your doula I will strive to teach you to step into your personal power and to trust in your body and your baby's wisdom, so that you can reclaim your birth as a normal, natural, healthy event. In my practice I teach relaxation, breathing, and visualizations. I will also teach you how to prepare a birth plan so that you can make informed choices about your birth.
Telephone: (604) 589-8823
Email: justrenee@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.heartsouldoula.com

Kim Turton - "My Doula"
Lower Mainland Vancouver, BC
Description: Doula - Breast Feeding Counselor - Reiki
Comments: I am experienced with VBAC - high needs and young moms, I help with breastfeeding issues and will incorporate Reiki as needed. I am taking the Lamaze Prenatal Educators Training and will be offering classes.
Telephone: 604 230-6341
Email: kim@mydoula.ca
Webpage: http://www.mydoula.ca                                            Submitted: 03/20/06

Hanne Vieira, RHN - "Natural Touch Doula Services"
Vancouver, B.C.
Birth Doula, Prenatal yoga, Nutritional consultations
As a Professional Doula, I offer aromatherapy massage, Reflexology, tailored nutrition plans and prenatal yoga.
Hanne Viera is a professionally trained Doula and has been attending births since 2000. Hanne originally came from Brazil to Vancouver to study, but decided to stay permanently when she met her husband. In 2002 Hanne had her first child who was born at home, with the help of her partner, a Doula and a midwife. Because of her own positive birthing experience Hanne realized how important it is to have support during the childbearing year. Hanne has attended births in both Brazil and Canada
Telephone: 604-669-2507
Email: hanne_vieira@yahoo.ca
Webpage: http://www.naturaltouchdoula.com                          Submitted: 8/10/07

Robin Vorauer - "Robin's Nest Childbirth Services"
Doula, Lactation Counselor, Reflexologist
Providing support during the final weeks of pregnancy, throughout the labour and delivery, and the early weeks postpartum.
I provide services all over the Lower Mainland of BC
Therapeutic massage, Relaxation Massage, Stone Massage, Emotional Freedom Technique, Childbirth Doula, Breastfeeding support.
Telephone: 778.889.5576
Email: info@robins-nest.ca
Webpage:  http://www.robins-nest.ca/                         Submitted: 04/09/03   Updated: 08/10/07

Mona Williamson - "Nurturing Touch Doula Services"
Member of Doula Services Association and DONA
Doula and Childbirth Educator.
Experience with VBACs, High Need Clients, Young Teens (13-15 yrs) and twins.
Providing labour support for families in the Lower Mainland (Vancouver and the Fraser Valley)
Email: kevin2@uniserve.com

Jane Wines, RM, BSc. (Hons.) in midwifery - "South Delta Midwifery"
Where: South Delta, Richmond and surrounding areas
Description: Registered Midwife
Comments: Providing comprehensive and personal care throughout pregnancy and childbirth to parents in Tsawwassen, Ladner and Richmond. Also cover North Delta occasionally.
Telephone: 604.218.6149
Email: jane@southdeltamidwifery.ca
Webpage: http://www.southdeltamidwifery.ca                        Submitted: 5/27/2007

Kenzie Woodbridge - "Kenzie Woodbridge Doula Services"
Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Counselor, Relaxation Bodyworker
Greater Vancouver Region, British Columbia, Canada
Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Counselor, Relaxation Bodyworker, Birth Information Resource
I believe that: Birth is Normal and Natural -  Birth is Safe - Birth is a Family Event
Birth is Wondrous and Spiritual  - Birth is Personal  - Birth is a Life-Changing Event  - There are No Rules In Birth!
I originally took the doula course at Douglas College in the fall of 1999 and the Breastfeeding Counselor Course and Postpartum Doula Course in the fall of 2001.
My main focus is education. I love to help moms, babies and families adjust to a new dynamic. I do my best to be supportive but unobtrusive, and to empower new mothers in this very precious time.
I have also started doing relaxation massage for moms, incorporating elements of reiki as well.
Telephone: 604-434-6266
Email: kwoodbridge@uniserve.com
Webpage: http://mypage.uniserve.ca/~kwoodbridge/

Trina Wright - "Radiant Wellbeing"
Delta, Surrey, BC and Surrounding Areas
Description: Childbirth Education, HypnoBirthing Practitioner
I teach moms and birth partners about the naturalness of birth and how to use relaxation techniques to allow their body to easily and gently give birth.
Telephone: 604-592-6037
Email: info@radiantwellbeing.ca   Webpage: www.radiantwellbeing.ca                                        Submitted: 04/04/06

Alberta:

Cherry Adris - "Beauty in Birth Doula Services"
Where: Calgary Alberta
Comments: I am a Birth Doula providing emotional, physical and informational support to women and their families during pregnancy labour and birth. If you are interested in my services please visit my website or send me an email.
Telephone: 403-271-2927
Email: mailto:cherry@beautyinbirth.ca
Webpage: http://www.beautyinbirth.ca                                                   Submitted: 6/15/07

Heather Beaudoin, BSc., CD(DONA) - "With Woman Birth Doula Care"
Where: Edmonton, Alberta
Description: Doula
Comments: I have a fundamental trust in the natural process of childbirth and wish to help other women rediscover this trust and intuitive knowing.  Although the birth of a child is but a brief moment in a long life, I feel that both the child and family is deeply affected by the events surrounding birth.  Providing women with the support and encouragement they need to rediscover their own power through birth lies at the heart of my motivation.  "PEACE ON EARTH BEGINS WITH BIRTH"
Telephone: (780) 901-9096
Email: heather.beaudoin@gmail.com  Website:  http://www.heatherbeaudoin.ca/                Updated:  09/05/2007

Brandy Behrisch - "Aurora Birth Services"
Where: Fort McMurray, Alberta
Description: Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator
Comments: I have been a Birth Doula since my DONA training in January 2004 and I am a childbirth educator as well.  I am a mother of 4 and the president of Birth Choices (www.birthchoices.org).  I would be happy to meet with you for a free initial consultation.
Telephone: 780-715-0505
Email: aurorabirthservices@telus.net
Webpage: http://www.aurorabirthservices.ca                                           Submitted: 05/25/2007

Christiane Benoit- "Baby Piskwa"
Title: Certified Happiest Baby Educator, DiHom, Doula
Where: Edmonton
Description: Natural Birth & Baby Care, Childbirth Education, Gentle Baby Care, The Happiest Baby on The Block, Postnatal Care
Comments: All classes or services are private classes. Exclusive German prenatal classes with emphasis on natural childbirth options and gentle baby care available. All services English or German.
Telephone: 780-996-1146
Email: babypiskwa@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.freewebs.com/naturalbabycare/                  Submitted: 03/27/08

Theresa Broer - "Labour Care
Labour and Birth Doula, PP Doula, Breastfeeding Assistant, BellyMasker
Lloydminster to North Battleford Areas to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Lloydminster's ONLY, DONA Certified Doulas - Attending births since 2001.
Serving Lloydminster and surrounding communities
Offering: Birth Doula Support - Pregnancy & Newborn Photography - Belly Casting - Dad Classes
Labour Care is dedicated to assisting pregnant women and their families regardless of personal situations.  No woman is ever refused services due to financial difficulties.
Be sure to visit our website to learn about the services available to the Lloydminster community.
Telephone: (306)387-6809
Email: lbcare@sasktel.net
Webpage: http://www.labourcare.bravehost.com/                                            Submitted: 07/08/03 Updated: 02/21/06

Tamara Bylsma, CCCE, CD (DONA) "Doula Connections"
Serving the Edmonton area
I am a member of DONA and I am certified. I will guide you through a journey of self discovery into the power you already possess to create and control your personal birth experience.  When a friend of mine had a doula for her birth in 2002, I thought, "I would love to be a doula." I took the doula training in April of 2003, and the rest is history! I thoroughly enjoy being a doula and feel very honoured and excited to be a part of a very special time in a family's life. I have personal experience with an epidural birth anda natural birth, and have assisted many women during their labours and births, as well as in the immediate postpartum period. I enjoy helping women try to achieve the kind of birth they desire, so that they can look back on their birth as a positive, empowering experience. Please call for more information.
Telephone: 780-459-4357
E-mail: info@doulaconnections.com
Website: http://www.doulaconnections.com                  Submitted: 04/19/04    Updated: 12/08/05

Jeannette Chapman - "Calgary BabyZone.com"
Calgary Your local guide to pregnancy and parenting resources in Calgary.
Pregnancy, Parenting, Fertility Website
Email: calgary@babyzone.com  Webpage: http://www.calgary.babyzone.com                         Submitted: 04/17/05

Lisa Cryderman, R.N.  Mentor Birthing From Within - "Motherizing Childbirth Education"
Description: Birthing From WIthin Childbirth Classes
Comments: I mentor a 12 hour Childbirth Education Class.  The focus is on rallying your coping resources, learning to make the next best choice in your labour and in your life.  New moms have often read everything they can get their hands on but still have no idea how they are going to do it. I will assist you in integrating all of these things you know so you can access them in labor.  We celebrate and acknowledge the incredible transition that you are making to becoming a parent. I mentor a class of tips just to the dads or labor companions.  Small groups ( no more than 10).
Telephone: 780-901-1178
Address: Site 208 Box 64 RR#2 St. Albert , Alberta T8N1M9
Email: lisa@motherizing.com   Webpage: http://www.motherizing.com                                  Submitted: 23/03/2007

Shawna Douglas, CD (DONA) - "Your Special Delivery Doula Services"
Serving the Greater Edmonton area; we provide continuous emotional, physical and informational support through pregnancy, childbirth and the early postpartum. We also offer an intensive interactive workshop focusing on labour preparation for natural childbirth.
Telephone: 780.940.8188  Edmonton, Alberta   Email: shawna@doula.net
Webpage: http://www.yourspecialdelivery.netfirms.com/              Submitted: 02/25/02    Updated: 04/07/04

Raina Gardner, CD - "Earthy Birthy Mamas"
Description: We provide a full range of Doula services.
Comments:   We are a team of Doulas serving the Calgary area. We are committed to providing support to women during their pregnancies and the births of their babies. The three of us come with a variety of life experiences from parenting to counselling, snow boarding to political science and just about everything in between. We are very open minded, excellent communicators and are excited to take on life's challenges.
Telephone: (403) 295-6207 Calgary, Alberta
Email: doulas@earthybirthymamas.ca
Webpage: http://earthybirthymamas.ca                               Submitted: 02/07/06

Shari Gorman, RMT, Doula (DONA), CIMI - "Calgary Family Safety and Wellness Inc."
Description: Massage Therapy Services, Doula Services, Childbirth Education and Safety Education Red Cross First Aid/CPR Instructor
Comments: Calgary Family Safety and Wellness Inc. was conceived in 2005.  Our philosophy is to provide care and education to families throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond with sensitivity in mind.
In bringing the four divisions of the company together which consist of Massage Therapy Services, Doula Services, Childbirth Education and Safety Education,  it is our belief that families in Calgary will benefit from all 4 divisions throughout time as their family grows and changes.
Calgary Family Safety and Wellness Inc.  values family and all that it encompasses.  Open communication, trust and guidance is important to us and we hope to be a part of your family today, tomorrow and always.
Telephone: 403.217.6257 Calgary, Alberta
Email: cfswi@shaw.ca   Webpage: http://www.cfswi.ca                               Submitted: 12/06/05

Sue Gregor, AAHCC  - "Healthy Birth Choices"
Where: Calgary, Alberta
Description: Childbirth Classes
Comments: Featuring The Bradley Method® of Childbirth. The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. It is our belief that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally.
Telephone: 403-607-2870
Email: sue@healthybirthchoices.com
Webpage: http://www.healthybirthchoices.com                                                  Submitted:  6/25/07

Lacy Hewitt, Labour Doula - "Rubbing Bellies Doula"
Where: Calgary, Alberta
Description: Labour Doula Services, CAPPA Canada
Comments: My name is Lacy Ann Hewitt, am a loving wife to Ryan, and a doting mother to Ezra. When I gave birth to Ezra in the spring of 2005, it was in the comfort of my home, attended by a midwife. I fell in love with pregnancy and childbirth. During and after my pregnancy, I learned so much new and valuable information about pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, and had a passion to share that with other parents.
Because of this passion to help other parents, I took a CAPPA doula course and am now on my way to enabling mothers and their partners to experience childbirth the way they see it in their dreams.
Email: Lacy@rubbingbelliesdoula.com  Webpage: http://www.rubbingbelliesdoula.com                           Submitted: 12/01/2007

Carrie Hirtle - "Natural Blessings"
Saskatoon, North Battleford, Kindersley & Lloydminster Saskatchewan, Vermillion, Wainright, Edmonton, Cold Lake and Lloydminster Alberta.
Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Support
Birthing Nature's Way.
Every woman should have the birth she wants.  Birth Doula services are for all areas listed, Postpartum Doula services are for Lloydminster Region only. Breastfeeding support through email or the phone for all Regions, personal visits are Lloydminster Region.
Telephone: (780) 875-3275
Email: natural_blessings@yahoo.ca
Webpage: http://womens-place.com/~NaturalBlessings/doula.html            Submitted: 07/05/04

Robyn Housworth - "Welcome to the World Doula Services"
DOULA, Doula Association of Edmonton Executive Member, Nurse
Edmonton Alberta and surrounding areas
Providing continuous labour support to the whole family. Empowering families through rewarding birth experiences.
Please call or email me with any inquiries
Telephone: (780) 604-9696   Email: doulaservices@shaw.ca                                  Submitted: 02/27/04

Stacey Poole and Teilya Kiely  - "Better Than Chocolate Doulas"
Edmonton and surrounding areas
Comments: Providing comfort without the calories. Shared team care that includes birth preparation and pain coping techniques, bellycasting or other birth art, digital photography and a birth story. Stacey and Teilya both had amazing experiences having home births and a hospital birth. "Empower your birth experience with a doula."
Email: teilya@edmontondoulas.com
Webpage: http://www.edmontondoulas.com              Submitted: 05/18/06

Colleen Kirkpatrick, BScN, RN - "TLC Birth Support"
Calgary, Alberta
Doula  - I'd be happy to meet with you to discuss your hopes and ideas surrounding your upcoming birth.
Email: ckirkpatrick@telus.net

Monica Lipscombe, CCCE, CD (DONA) "Doula Connections"
Serving the Edmonton area
I am a member of DONA and I am certified.
Certified doula with Doulas of North America (DONA) and is certified as a Childbirth Educator with the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA). She is a volunteer doula assisting with teen mothers at the Terra Association, and has served on the executive of the Doula Association of Edmonton (DAE)
I am a mother of three adult children and I have also experienced the loss of a set of twins. My first experience as a doula was over 25 years ago! I take a particular joy in facilitating Blessingway ceremonies that nurture, honour and celebrate a woman's transition into motherhood. I also believe that my duty as a professional childbirth assistant is to help women and their partners understand that they are the authors of their birth experience and I am there to support them as their story unfolds.
Telephone: 780-459-4357
E-mail: info@doulaconnections.com
Website: http://www.doulaconnections.com                  Submitted: 04/19/04    Updated: 12/08/05

Marina Locke, RMT, ICYT, CD 
Calgary based, courses taught across Canada.
Description: Yoga and Massage for pregnancy and postnatal, and certification courses. Pre and Postnatal Massage, Prenatal Yoga, Labour Support/Doula training, and Infant Massage.
Telephone: 403-277-0561   1-866-TO BIRTH.
Email: motherwellness@hotmail.com
Webpage: http://www.motherwellness.com/                         Submitted: 06/05/03      Updated: 05/23/05

Kim Magotiaux, B.Sc. Exercise and Health Physiology, AFLCA, CFC, PFS
- "Bellies, Babies and Beyond"
Calgary, Alberta
Description: Pre and Post Natal Fitness
Comments: A Calgary-based fitness company specializing in fitness for women during pregnancy and throughout motherhood. Our certified Pre & Post Natal Fitness Specialists offer in-home personal training and community-based group fitness classes to moms and moms-to-be in the communities in and around Calgary.
Email: belliesbabiesandbeyond@hotmail.com   Webpage: http://belliesbabiesandbeyond.ca                 Submitted: 02/14/06

Suzanne Moquin - "Gentle Touch Doula Services and Childbirth Education Services"
Serving the Edmonton area since 1999
Suzanne Moquin is a U of A graduate with a BA and a B Ed.  She has been a Certified Doula for 7 years, and is also a Childbirth Educator, teaching small group private prenatal classes.  Excellent feedback received!  She is well known and respected in all of the Edmonton Area hospitals.  Her experiences with birth include: home birth, unmedicated hospital birth, epidural births, VBAC's and cesarean births.  She is currently training to become Edmonton's new Doula Trainer at GMCC with Doulas of North America.  Suzanne can be reached at 780.970.4804  or Email: suzanne@gentletouchdoula.com
Website: http://www.gentletouchdoula.com/                       Submitted: 06/11/02   Updated: 01/31/06

Michele O'Callaghan, CCD
Certified Childbirth Doula
Serving Vermilion, Wainwright and Lloydminster Ab/Sask
I provide prenatal classes, childbirth doula support, post-partum doula support.
Comments: As a doula I am devoted to helping make the transition to parenthood easier.  I am trained and certified with the Global Birth Institute, College of Perinatal Sciences (www.globalbirth.org) and am experienced in all aspects of pregnancy, birth and post-partum. Most importantly I am compassionate, caring and understanding. I am excited and honoured to be a part of your pregnancy and birth. I can help out during your pregnancy, by answering questions, doing complete or supplemental prenatal classes, and giving you the reassurance that you may need. I can add the extra care and comfort during labour and delivery that may help you to have a more positive birth experience. I also  can help you initially after birth, and in the early days at home with your new baby.
Telephone: 780-871-1332 or 780-745-2464   Email: lloyddoula@ruralsurf.net
Webpage: http://www.lloyddoulas.org                         Submitted: 06/10/04    Updated: 02/05/06

Laura Parkinson, LPN
Where: Wainwright Alberta and Area
Description: Birth Doula
Comments: I am a DONA birth doula helping women and their loved ones to achieve a positive and memorable birthing experience.
Telephone: (780)842-6986   Email: tlparkinson@telus.net                              Submitted: 06/01/2007

Katharina Pettinger, CD (DONA) - "Mom to Mom Doula"
Description: Birth Doula
Comments: I seek to provide the best service possible to expectant mothers before, during and after labour. I am here to give you emotional and physical support. I want you to be informed and empowered so that you have a positive birth story.
Telephone: (780) 432-8095  Edmonton and Area
Email: katharina@momtomomdoula.com
Webpage: http://www.momtomomdoula.com                         Submitted: 04/04/2007

Julie Riach, MRC-PFT, CFC, BA - "Thrive Fitness Inc."
Where: Calgary
Description: Pre/Postnatal In-home Personal Training, Shantala Baby Massage Instructor
Comments: Our in-home personal training services make it easy for expectant and new moms to get in shape and feel energized.  Pregnancy is hard on the body, personal training can help ease the strain and help with restrengthening.  Baby massage is a ancient skill that helps with sleep, digestion, bonding and much more.  We offer private and group classes.
Telephone: 403-605-6204
Email: Julie@thrivefitness.ca
Webpage: http://www.thrivefitness.ca                                    Submitted: 10/28/07

Samantha Smith - "Blessed Beginning Doula Services"
Where: Edmonton, Alberta & Area including Calmar, Devon, Enoch, Leduc, Spruce Grove, Stoney Plain, Thorsby & everywhere in between
Description: Birth Doula in Training, active member of DAE (Doula Association of Edmonton)
Comments: Blessed Beginning is a caring, hands on doula service based in Devon Alberta. I welcome all families from all backgrounds including single moms and teens. My mission is to provide that connection needed in a non-judgmental way with continuous emotional, physical and informational support to you, the mother. I look forward to hearing from you. Call to book your free consult today.
Telephone: 780-987-5088
Email: blessedbeginning@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.blessedbeginning.ca                                  Submitted: 1/11/08

Tracey Stein - "Nurturing Touch Doula Services"
Calgary, Alberta (Surrounding Areas)
Complete doula services, classes based on the Birthing From Within philosophy. Bellycasting, breastfeeding assistance, Birthing From Within books, bellycasting kits, and much more.
Tracey Stein has been a doula since 1997. She has attended a number of births in all three hospitals in Calgary, at the Arbour Birth Centre as well as at home. I am a member of the Birth Companion program, a volunteer doula service at the Peter Lougheed Hospital and am an active member of the Doula Services Association of Alberta. I strive to stay current by attending conferences, workshops and classes to do with birth, breastfeeding and babies as much as possible.
Email: tlstein@shaw.ca
Webpage: http://www.nurturingtouch.com/                 Submitted: 11/15/02    Updated: 11/05/03

Tracey Stolarchuk,CD(DONA), CBE - "Birth Source Inc."
Doula Childbirth Educator, Certified Doula Childbirth Educators Certificate
Description: Birth doula, Childbirth Education Retail Business
Providing flexible and compassionate doula and childbirth education services in Edmonton, AB and the surrounding communities.
Telephone: (780) 462-8064  Edmonton and surrounding communities
Email: thedoula@shaw.ca
Webpage: www.birthingstuff.com                        Submitted: 08/25/03    Updated:  03/05/2007

Nicola Strydom, CD(DONA), Lamaze trained - "Empowering Birth"
Calgary, Alberta
Description: Childbirth Education and Doula Services
Telephone: 403-685-0125   Email: thestrydoms@shaw.ca                                  Submitted: 01/23/06

Tara Tilroe - "Birthhands Maternity Services"
Where: Edmonton, Alberta
Description: Labour and post-partum doula, childbirth education classes, cuddler baby wraps
Telephone: 780-289-2275
Email: tara@birthhands.com
Webpage: http://www.birthhands.com                             Submitted:  11/09/07

Karen Viens, CD(DONA)  - "New Beginnings Doula Service"
Where: Edmonton, Alberta and surrounding areas
Description: Birth Doula Services
Comments: Karen is a certified doula with DONA International, and is the owner of New Beginnings Doula Service.  She's also on staff at the Terra Association, supporting pregnant teens; she was voted doula of the year for 2006.  Karen is a member of DONA International, the Canadian Doula Association and the Doula Association of Edmonton.  Karen is an experienced doula, having served women in the birthing community for over twenty years.  She works in all Edmonton and surrounding area hospitals, and will do home births.  Karen is happily married with five beautiful children.  Karen has experience in all kinds of birth, vaginal, caesarean, VBAC, and waterbirth.
Being doula is my joy and passion, and I would not choose to do anything else. I am very committed to my clients, and only do a limited number of births per month for that reason.  I provide a very extensive information package, and will do as many prenatal visits as you would like to help get you ready for your big day.  I also take as many photographs as you would like, and write a beautiful keepsake birth story.  I believe in the power of women to birth their babies.  Please feel free to give me a call or an e-mail to set up a pressure free complimentary consultation.  Be sure to visit my website for more information, and some great links.
Telephone: 780-450-6361 or 780-905-6389
Email: karen@newbeginningsdoulaservice.com or doulaforyou@hotmail.com
Webpage: http://newbeginningsdoulaservice.com                       Submitted: 10/28/2006

Trish Walker and Karen Wirtanen - "Blooming Bellies"
Doula, Birthing From Within Mentor in the Edmonton and Area, Alberta
Description: Professional Doula &  Birthing From Within Mentor
Comments: Try a soulful and holistic approach that prepares parents to birth-in-awareness with our Birthing From Within childbirth preparation workshops.  Both doulas are Birthing From Within Mentors and the philosophy guides our work as doulas.
Telephone: 780-907-0228  Email: talker1@telusplanet.net
Webpage: http://www.bloomingbellies.ca                    Submitted: 8/3/2006

Barbara Walter - "Before, During and After"
Birth and Postpartum Doula
Edmonton and Area, Alberta
I provide complete birth and postpartum doula services.
Telephone: 403-982-5538
Email: bjwalter@shaw.ca                                          Submitted: 03/03/04

Lori Wigmore, CLD - "Doula - Your Birth Assistant"
Central Alberta, Red Deer, Lacombe area
Services: I provide educational, physical and emotional support to the mother before, during and after childbirth.
I believe in providing choices to parents and contributing to making birth a positive experience
Email: dlwigmor@telus.net                                           Updated: 08/05/04

Karen Wirtanen and Ivy McNiven - "Beautiful Birthing Doulas" Certified Doulas, DONA, Birthing From Within Mentor Candidates
Members of Doulas of North America (DONA)
Edmonton, Alberta
Ph: (780) 988-6504 or (780) 450-4076
Email: beautifulbirthing@telusplanet.net
Webpage: Beautiful Birthing Doulas (Needs updating)

Group Services and Companies in Alberta:

 "Mother Care"
Edmonton and area, Camrose, Wetaskiwin, Lloydminster, Wainright, Vermillion and areas.
Providing certified birth doula, postpartum doula and childbirth education services. Owner Connie Banack is an accredited doula and educator trainer, providing workshops throughout western Canada.
    Connie Banack, CCE CCD CPD GRPD - Educator and Doula Trainer
    Michele O'Callaghan, CCD - Childbirth Educator and Doula practicing in Lloydminster, Wainright and Vermillion areas
    Katelyn Palo - Childbirth Educator and Doula practicing in the Camrose, Daysland and Westaskiwin areas
Telephone: (780) 972-1846
Email: info@mother-care.ca  
Webpage: http://www.mother-care.ca

"Hip Mamas Birth Services" Calgary, Alberta, Canada - Doulas, prenatal classes, reiki, photography, bellycasting.
Helen Cotter,CD (DONA)

Gwen Crowdis and




Jennifer McGuire, CD (DONA) Hip Mamas is proud to be providing birth services in the Calgary area since 2001. Together we have had over 8 years experience attending more than 100 births in all 3 Calgary hospitals - everything from VBACs to homebirths. Call to set up a free initial consultation.
Telephone: 403-685-0742
Email: contact_us@hipmamas.ca   Webpage: http://www.hipmamas.ca                         Submitted: 05/15/04

Saskatchewan:

Marie Berwald, BEd, HBCE - "Birth Bliss"
Where: serving Regina and southern Saskatchewan
Description: HypnoBirthing Practitioner, Yoga Instructor (prenatal, postnatal - mom and baby, hatha), Reiki Practitioner - Holistic services for pregnancy and birth.
Comments: Prenatal yoga will keep you fit and feeling good during your pregnancy.  It is a wonderful way to nourish your body and spirit. HypnoBirthing classes will teach you how to create a comfortable, easy and gentle labour, through the use of deep relaxation and visualisation along with special breathing.  Please visit my website to learn more.
Telephone: (306) 761-2252
Email:  marie.berwald@birthbliss.ca
Webpage: http://www.birthbliss.ca                             Submitted:  10/04/07

Theresa Broer - "Labour Care
Labour and Birth Doula, PP Doula, Breastfeeding Assistant, BellyMasker
Lloydminster to North Battleford Areas to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Lloydminster's ONLY, DONA Certified Doul