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I’m so honoured you are considering having me as your postpartum doula. One of the things I am most excited to offer my clients is lots of trusted resources and information to help ease into your journey in motherhood.
“Sleep when
baby sleeps…
Fold the laundry when baby
folds the laundry”
As a Mom I understand how exhausting the postpartum period is. There were many times I felt out of control, lonely, and lost. I had just been through the intense experience that is childbirth that had taken a huge toll on me physically, when my husband and I were handed a baby we barely knew and sent on our way. My emotions were all over the place and I felt on the verge of tears 24/7, my poor husband didn’t know what to do with me! I didn’t know what to do with me! I should have, but I didn’t feel comfortable asking for advice. I felt like I needed to prove to everyone I was a good Mom and that I knew exactly what I was doing. The truth is, no one expected that of me…so why did I expect that of myself? If you are reading this, I applaud you! Because that means you are already taking steps to take control of your postpartum experience - which is more than a lot of women do as they prepare for the arrival of their baby. No woman should be expected to “bounce back” to everyday life as fast as Instagram or Facebook makes it seem. Those first months after giving birth are so tender and how you treat your body during that time will have a lasting effect. Hiring a postpartum doula as someone who will help you heal and facilitate bonding with your little one, is the most selfless thing you could do. While you pour so much strength and energy into caring for your new little human, let someone CARE FOR YOU.
With Love,
Emma-lee
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Resources
Chances are, you probably already have stacks of print outs and pamphlets that you’ve collected throughout your pregnancy. In an effort to avoid waste and make the following links easily accessible, I have compiled some of my favourite resources here. These are all trusted sources of information and professionals who I know are amazing at what they do. I am constantly adding to this list as my circle grows and my knowledge expands, so feel free to check back here regularly.
Prenatal
Boreal Midwifery Practice
Offering Midwifery Care
Website: www.borealmidwifery.ca Phone: (705) 265-1111
Address: 169 Elm St. S. Timmins, ON, P4N 1W7
Donalda Garland
Offering Free Childbirth Classes
Phone: (705) 268-0923
The Bump (App)
Offering pregnancy tracking, and seeing week by week updates on your baby’s growth as well as changes you may notice in your body.
Cochrane Car Seat Inspection Clinic
Offering Guidance in Safely installing your Baby’s Car Seat
Website: www.porcupinehu.on.ca/en/your-family/car-seat/
Phone: (705) 267 1181
Physical
Gateway Physio
Offering Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Website: www.gatewayphysio.com
Phone: (705) 474-4440
Address: First Avenue West #272 North Bay, ON, P1B 3C1
Shannara Labelle-Beadman
Offering Registered Massage Therapy offering Mom and Baby massage
Website: shannara-labelle-beadman-rmt.business.site
Phone: (705) 221-3612
Address: Bliss Skincare & Esthetics. 129 A Sixth Ave. Cochrane, ON, P0L 1C0
The Movement Studio
Offering Mom and Baby Pilates
Website: www.themovementstudiotimmins.com
Phone: (705) 360-1400
Address: 7 Balsam St. S second floor, Timmins, ON, P4N 2C7
Auclair Family Chiropractic
Offering Chiropractic Care for Adults and Babies
Website: auclairfamilychiropractic.com
Phone: (705) 267-5856
Address: 119 Pine Street S, Suite 3 lower level, Timmins, ON
Dr. Christine Fortier, B.Sc. (Hon.), ND
Naturopathic Doctor
Website: naturalhealthsolutionstimmins.com
Phone: (705) 365-8458
Address: 136 Third Ave, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1C5
Breastfeeding
Pamela Drynan, Timmins Lactation Services
Offering Breastfeeding Support
Website: www.lactation.services
Phone: (705) 262-3018
International Breastfeeding Centre
Offering Informative Breastfeeding Videos and Articles
Website: ibconline.ca
La Leche League Canada
Offering a Breastfeeding Helpline
Website: lllc.ca
Phone: 1-800-665-4324
Mental Health
Michelle Aziz Counselling
Offering Virtual Counselling Sessions
Website: michelleazizcounselling.ca
Phone: (613) 703-0662
Address: 215 Van Buren Street – Unit 1 Upper Level SE Corner Kemptville, ON
Better Help
Affordable Online Counselling
Website: BetterHelp.com
Newborn
Sprout (App)
Offering an easy tool for tracking baby’s feedings, diaper changes, etc. in their first few weeks
Telehealth Ontario
Offering 24 hour Consultations with Medical Professionals
Phone: 1 800-797-0000
In the Community
Sip ’N Latch
Timmins Breastfeeding Support Group
Facebook: www.facebook.com/timminsbreastfeeds/
Early ON Cochrane District
Offering a Variety of Free Programs and Services for Children from Birth to Six Years.
Website: cochranedistrict.earlyoncdssab.com
Village Mommy
Offering a Platform to Connect with Local Moms
Website: www.villagemommy.com
Cochrane Child Care Centre
Phone: (705) 272-6092
Email: lora.st-pierre@cochraneontario.com
Address: 435 Tenth Avenue, Cochrane, ON, P0L 1C0