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.
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.
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.
Thanks for being here, and I'd love to be a part of your story!
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