What is a doula?
Becoming a parent is indeed a remarkable journey, and having the right support can make all the difference. A doula plays a vital role in enhancing this experience by offering a range of services tailored to your specific needs and preferences.
From emotional and physical support to advocacy and guidance, a doula is there to help navigate every stage of this transformative time. They support not only the birthing person but also their partner, ensuring everyone feels empowered and informed. Additionally, a doula’s involvement extends into postpartum care, helping new parents transition smoothly into life with their newborn, while offering resources and guidance that contribute to a positive and fulfilling experience.
Doula Services
birth doula services
Initial Meeting:
1-2 hours to discuss your birth plan, preferences, and address any questions or concerns.
Prenatal Visits:
Two prenatal visits, 1-2 hours each, to build a relationship, provide emotional support, and discuss your birth intentions in detail.
Continuous Labor Support:
24/7 on call support starting from 37 weeks until birth.
Continuous physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and delivery.
Birth Support:
Hands on assistance with guidance and techniques with positioning, comfort measures and relaxation methods.
Partner Support:
Guidance for your partner to be actively involved and supportive.
Immediate Post Birth Support:
Up to 4 hours of immediate support after baby is born. Ensuring and advocating for skin to skin and latching support.
Post Birth Visit:
A follow-up visit within the first week to discuss the birth experience, provide postpartum care tips, and support breastfeeding if need be.
Local referrals to additional services such as lactation consultants, pediatricians, and support groups as requested.
Total Package Price $1050-$1690 (varies based on location and needs).
Feel free to customize your package to ensure it meets your expectations and supports your birth experience fully.
postpartum doula services
1. Emotional Support:
Offer compassionate listening and encouragement to help parent(s) navigate the emotional and psychological adjustments of postpartum life. Provide reassurance, address concerns, and help manage stress and anxiety.
2. Physical Recovery Assistance:
Provide guidance on physical recovery after childbirth, including advice on postpartum self-care, gentle exercises, and managing common issues like fatigue, pain, or discomfort.
3. Infant Care Support: Assist with newborn care by offering tips and techniques for feeding, diapering, soothing, and establishing sleep routines.
4. Nutritional Guidance:
Offer suggestions for maintaining a healthy diet to support physical recovery and energy levels as well a provide advice on nutrition that supports breastfeeding.
5. Educational Resources:
Provide information and resources on various topics related to postpartum care, breastfeeding, infant care, and adjusting to parenthood.
6 Breastfeeding Support:
Offer support and guidance for breastfeeding, including positioning, latch techniques, and troubleshooting common issues. Can also provide referrals to lactation consultants if needed or requested.
7. Emotional and Mental Health Resources:
Offer referrals to mental health professionals if needed, and provide support in recognizing and managing postpartum mood disorders such as depression or anxiety.
Postpartum Services Fee: 35/hour
Sliding scale available upon request
sibling support services
(Included with birth services package at no additional cost)
Sibling support can be a great addition to your family needs to care for older brothers and sisters while you focus on bringing a new baby into the world.
How can we help?
1. Arriving when parent(s) request care
2. Entertaining, playing with, and comforting a child(ren)
3. Making sure the child(ren) get food, hydration, and rest (nap or bed)
4. Creating special memories for the family unit
5. Helping siblings adapt to a new family member through interactions and affirmations.
Sibling Support Fee: $20/hr if requested exclusively outside of a birth package
meet chantal
I am a dedicated and compassionate birth and postpartum doula serving the Ottawa area.
Fluent in French, English, and Spanish, I offer personalized support to families from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that every client feels heard, respected, and cared for throughout their unique journey.
My passion for helping others has been shaped by a deep commitment to holistic care, attentive listening, and providing comfort during life’s most transformative moments. Whether you’re preparing for childbirth or navigating the postpartum period, I offer a safe and nurturing space where you can feel supported, informed, and empowered.
I understand that each family’s needs are unique and tailor my services to meet your personal and cultural preferences.
I look forward to walking alongside you and your family as you welcome your new addition with confidence and care.
meet Janessa
Janessa is a dedicated and ambitious student in her second year of junior high school. Passionate about family and community, she consistently seeks opportunities to expand her skills and make a positive impact on those around her. With two years of babysitting experience, Janessa has provided educational, nurturing, and supportive care to young children and toddlers, working closely with families to meet the unique needs of each child.
Recently, Janessa has expanded her experience to include sibling support services, designed to help families who are preparing to welcome a new child. Her role focuses on supporting older siblings, ensuring they feel cared for and included during this important transition. Janessa's approach is both compassionate and professional, helping families ease into this new chapter with confidence.
She has also completed a leadership program at Ottawa University, where she honed her skills in supervising children’s summer camps, managing group activities, and facilitating sports. Alongside her leadership development, Janessa has attained her First Aid and CPR B certification, ensuring the safety and well-being of the children she cares for.
Janessa is excited to connect with new families and is committed to offering thoughtful, reliable, and enriching support. She would love to meet with you and your child to discuss how she can be of service and to answer any questions you may have.