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MAMA BEAR DOULA SERVICES WELCOMES YOU

Supporting Babies and their Families

Located in Parkland County, AB

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Serving Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Parkland County and surrounding communities

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ALL ABOUT THIS MAMA

Mama of three.  Keeper of the chaos.  

Lover of camping, travelling, sushi and coffee.

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In addition to pursuing my passion of babies and breastfeeding, I am also a part time EMS Disptatcher/Calltaker and did work as an EMT as well.  Let's just say I am used to being kept on my toes, and adapt well to a busy environment!

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Prior to having kids, I lived for late nights, last minute adventures and my hair was always fresh and clean. 

I certainly had never gave childbirth, breastfeeding, or anything postpartum much thought.  

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Fast forward to the present day: My phone is full of kid selfies, there are tiny socks all over my house, and I traded my cute purse for a backpack of snacks and baby wipes.  

 

I am proud to say I have now been through a full spectrum of pregnancy and parenting experiences.

  • The heartbreak of a miscarriage

  • The intense schedule of IVF.

  • 3 very different pregnancies.

  • 3 water births with the most amazing midwives,

  • Breastfed 3 babies: the first experience was insanely difficult, 2nd was challenging (but I had some experience on my side), the 3rd was “almost easy” and I was even able to pump and donate!

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Through all of this, I had amazing support from my husband, family and friends.  My experiences and challenges have driven me to want to help other mothers, babies, and families.

 

I became a Certified Lactation Counsellor to help those struggling with breastfeeding, or maybe support and educate them so that they don’t have to struggle at all!

 

I have chosen to become a Postpartum Doula, so that I can support others like I was supported.  My goal is to help your family with their transition, assist where requested, and anticipate your needs. I can fade into the background working quietly or be a companion you can open up to when things feel hard. 

Whatever you need, I want you to enjoy your time as a growing family!

What I Do

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Postpartum Support

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  • Emotional support to parents as they transition into parenthood, or adjust to their growing family.

  • Provide physical support to the mother while she recovers from vaginal delivery or c-section.

  • Assist with baby care such as bathing, comforting, and diapers.

  • Assist with breastfeeding: provide help with positioning, what to expect, provide reassurance, and trouble shoot any difficulties.

  • Bottle feeding baby according to established routines, assist with prepping and cleaning bottles. 

  • Look after baby while parents nap, shower, play with siblings or do other self care (read a book and have a HOT coffee)

  • Help keep older siblings entertained while parents bond with the new baby.

  • Do light tidying and baby laundry.

  • Light meal and snack preparation

  • Provide evidence based advice (as requested)

  • Accompany parent and baby/children while they attend appointments or run errands.

  • Provide referrals and access to additional information as requested (pelvic floor physio, mental health resources, local community supports)

Please understand this is not a childcare position ( an adult from the family is expected to be in the home at all times).  This is also not a house cleaner position, there are amazing professionals for that, my focus is the mom, baby and family. 

As a Certified Lactation Counsellor, 

Lactation Education and Support is available  during your postpartum visits  IF WANTED.  This is your journey, and I am here to help you navigate it.  Information available to you includes:

  • Basics of breastmilk composition, and how supply is established

  • Explore breastfeeding positions and how to get a proper latch

  • What to Expect the first few days

  • How to know that baby is getting enough

  • What the first few weeks will bring

  • Education on possible issues that may arise and how you can treat them

  • Safe storage of breast milk

  • Observe the parent and baby before, during, after the feeding.

  • Discuss any issues that are present and how to address them

  • Work with client to determine goals and a plan to achieve them

  • Assist client in positioning and other techniques

  • Provide referrals or access to further information as needed

As a Postpartum Doula, or a Certified Lactation Counsellor I am unable to diagnose or provide medical treatment.  If you have any medical concerns, please consult a health care provider and follow their reccomendations.

My Services

Postpartum Doula Services

$30 /hr 7am - 7pm

$35/hr 7pm - 7am

*Minimum 3 hour appointment

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Give the gift of these services, 1 visit or multiple!​​

*Service area generally includes Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and surrounding areas of Parkland County. 
Outside of this distance additional travel fee may apply.

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