About Me
Hey, I'm Kristi (she/her)! I am a Certified Birth + Postpartum Doula in Kelowna, BC. I am an uninvited guest on the beautiful and diverse unceded traditional territory of the Syilx Okanagan people.
I am a mama to two young boys who keep me busy and am married to my best friend. I was drawn to birth work after my first birth which involved complicated labor and delivery, as well as undiagnosed Postpartum Depression. I always knew I was meant to be a mom, but I felt overwhelmed by the transition. I was smiling for others while silently struggling. I quickly realized how little support is in place for new parents, and how much more support is needed during such a pivotal time.
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I am a Registered Social Worker and have worked as a Counsellor with youth and families for the past ten years in addressing trauma, mental health, and addictions. This work, my passion for supporting others, and my experience with becoming a parent led me to become a doula. I believe that maternal mental health is a priority and that you deserve to experience the joy of pregnancy + parenthood with your wellness in mind. As a doula, my goal is to provide you with the support you desire through pregnancy, birth, and the fourth trimester to leave you feeling empowered and confident.
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Being welcomed into anyone's birth or postpartum space is an immense privilege. I am passionate about supporting all people on their journey to parenthood. With my professional background, I specialize in supporting parents with previous trauma (birth or other), history of pregnancy loss, previous operative births, or existing mental health challenges to provide them with a new chapter where they feel empowered and healthy. All folks are welcome in my work.
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Thanks for being here, and I'd love to be a part of your story!
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PACKAGES
DIY Doula Package
$399
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON LABOR, CHILDBIRTH, AND IMMEDIATE POSTPARTUM, BUT DON'T WANT TO HIRE A DOULA TO BE THERE FOR THE BIRTH ITSELF? THIS IS FOR YOU.
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2 PRENATAL SESSIONS TO COVER STAGES OF LABOR, COMFORT MEASURES, POSSIBLE INTERVENTIONS AND ADVOCATING FOR YOURSELF.
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CUSTOMIZED COMFORT MEASURES + LABOR SUPPORT HANDBOOK
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1 HOUR OF EMAIL/TEXT/PHONE SUPPORT PER WEEK THROUGHOUT YOUR PREGNANCY
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OPTIONAL ADD-ON: CUSTOM "DIY DOULA" BAG ($50)
Prenatal, Birth + Labor Support
GOLD PACKAGE
$1399
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MINIMUM OF 2 PRENATAL SESSIONS
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EMAIL/TEXT/PHONE SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR PREGNANCY (UP TO 1 HOUR PER WEEK)
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SUPPORT FOR THE DURATION OF LABOR + BIRTH
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2 HOURS OF IMMEDIATE POSTPARTUM SUPPORT
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ON-CALL FROM 37 WEEKS ONWARDS
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1 POSTPARTUM VISIT
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ACCESS TO BOOK LIBRARY AND TENS MACHINE
PLATINUM PACKAGE
$1599
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MINIMUM OF 3 PRENATAL SESSIONS
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EMAIL/TEXT/PHONE SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR PREGNANCY
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SUPPORT FOR THE DURATION OF YOUR LABOR + BIRTH
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2 HOURS OF IMMEDIATE POSTPARTUM SUPPORT
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ON-CALL FROM 37 WEEKS ONWARDS
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2 POSTPARTUM VISITS
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ACCESS TO BOOK LIBRARY + TENS MACHINE
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UP TO 3 MONTHS OF POSTPARTUM SUPPORT VIA PHONE/TEXT/EMAIL
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CUSTOMIZED POSTPARTUM PLANNING PACKAGE
ADDITIONAL POSTPARTUM SUPPORT AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
BIRTH POOL RENTAL ADD-ON AVAILALE
Postpartum Services
PROVIDING YOU WITH THE SUPPORT YOU DESERVE TO ENCOURAGE A HEALTHY, POSITIVE AND EMPOWERED POSTPARTUM PERIOD
POSTPARTUM PREPARATION
$100/SESSION
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TWO HOUR SESSION(S) TO PROVIDE AN OVERVIEW OF:
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WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE FIRST DAYS/WEEKS​
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BABY CARE + INTRO TO BABYWEARING
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INTRODUCTION TO BREAST/CHESTFEEDING
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POSTPARTUM PREPARATION FOR YOU AND YOUR SUPPORT(S) TO PROMOTE YOUR MENTAL WELLNESS
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PREPARING YOUR RELATIONSHIP FOR THE PARENTHOOD
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TOOLS TO ENHANCE RESILIENCY + REGULATION
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CUSTOMIZED POSTPARTUM PACKAGE FOR MATERNAL CARE
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RECOMMENDED IN THE THIRD TRIMESTER
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ADDITIONAL SESSIONS CAN BE ADDED ON IF DESIRED