Graceful Beginnings Birth Services

Pregnant and wanting to feel; confident about how to navigate though the experience, comfortable while doing it AND connected with others on the same journey?! Grab one of the few spots left in my upcoming virtual @ebbirth classes! From a recent participant, I really appreciated the expertise and local knowledge Wanda was able to share. Wanda was wonderful, and conducted the class professionally and with lots of care. http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/evidence-based-birth...reg-se #ebbirth #readyforbaby #confidentbirth #gracefulbeginnings #buildyourbirthteam #virtualchildbirthclass

If you are having a baby.... do this!

Another fantastic group became Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class graduates this evening! Certificates (and thank you gifts) are in the mail! Reasons you should join my virtual EBB Childbirth classes: 1) They are high quality classes that are fun, fit your schedule and focus on; comfort, advocacy and trustworthy curated information to support you in ways that matter!... 2) There are only a few openings in my classes in April, May and June (next class starts on April 1st!)... until September! and... 3) I cleaned my office for you! Look! No clutter! http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/evidence-based-birthreg-se

Eye contact, gentle touch, vocalization... components of bonding AND of Infant Massage! Just look at this action shot! Could these two be any more enamoured with one another? I definitely miss seeing the parents and babies in person but I’m actually thrilled at how easy the sharing and connection has been with these virtual Infant massage classes. I’m so pleased that, when we arguably need human connection the most, these classes can happen. The benefits for parent an...d baby are unchanged by the virtual delivery! Ask Jenna and Erik! Next class starts May 19th! http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/infant-massage-classes.html #infantmassage #iaim #babymassage #bondingwithbaby #infantcare #connectedparenting #gracefulbeginnings @infant_massage

There’s still time... I’d be happy to guide you through the best available research, answer your questions and support you (and your partner or birth team) to explore the relaxation, advocacy and comfort techniques that work for YOU! Questions? I’m here for them. Find out more here: http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/evidence-based-birthreg-se... I’m located in #novascotia but you need not be to benefit from these classes! I have graduates from all over Canada! @ebbirth #ebbirth #nsdoulas #informedbirth #childbirtheducation #confidentbirth #eastcoastbirth #ebbirthinstructor #wandadoula #empoweredbirth #virtuallearning #judgmentfree

Posted @withregram @ki_rolle CALL FOR BLACK DOULA SUPPORT Individuals and organizations looking for ways to support justice and health equity in maternal care in Nova Scotia now have an opportunity to support an upcoming 3-day training program for Black Doulas. From supplying a small gift to the training participants (15-20), to sponsoring refreshments for the day - there are many simple and practical sponsorship options that will help bolster this initiative and aid in e...fforts to transform birthing environments and maternal care for Black people in Nova Scotia. To learn more about how to support and celebrate the Black Doula training on November 27-29, please contact Kilah Rolle [email protected] #blackbirthmatters #blackdoulas #novascotia

Amazing opportunity from Women’s Wellness Within.

Being a #birthdoula means getting called in any time. For as long as it takes. #seeyawhenever Yup. Over the last 21 years in this gig, I have observed that babies have no regard for; giving notice, schedules or anyone’s expectations. #itsagoodthingtheyrecute That’s why this guy deserves a little shout out. My rock. My #dontworryaboutanything guy who has always handled the gaggle of kids and responsibilities I walk away from on the regular to do what he knows is my absolute p...assion. He always has my back- figuratively- so that I can have my clients back- literally. #backmassage #doublehipsqueeze Thanks babe. I’m so grateful for your relentless encouragement and ongoing flexibility. You know how important this is to me and are always there to cheer the loudest. #yerdabest

Requisite September pic looks like every other start of school moment... Any yet is has been a time like never before... I’ve been quiet here. I always try to put aside as much of my work as I can to focus on my children in the summer. But this summer has just been so much more.... Along with Covid realities, we have also been navigating a move to a new home this month- a big deal over here for lots of reasons... ... We’re getting ready to leave the home where we welcomed 4 of our 6 kids. We never thought we’d leave here but we also didn’t realize how big our family would grow! I get a back-at-it pic too because tonight I start back teaching Evidence Based Birth classes after a month off! And I could not be more excited! Admittedly, part of the thrill is that I have a new office in my new home (with a new fancy chair!) but honestly, I would teach these classes in a damp and dingy attic sitting on a bucket with spotty wifi. They are that good. http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/ebbreg-for-parents.html So It’s possible that behind your own pics there are stories, circumstances and feelings that may feel different than other Septembers too.... you are not alone. Deep breaths! I am thinking of you and wishing you peace, and a little *grace* for this new *beginning*. See you tonight friends! #gracefulbeginningsbirthservices #inthistogether #backtoschool #backtobabies #evidencebasedbirth #hellonewoffice #helloseptember #inhaleexhale #ebbirth

You didn’t! Yes, I did. #officejoy There are other parts of the house that are lovely but let’s stay focused... did I mention the office has a door?

This class was full for weeks but due to a last minute scheduling issue for a family, I have a spot to offer up in this class! Learn more about the class here: http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/ebbreg-for-parents.html Email me if you would like a detailed outline as well! Join the fun, increase your comfort in labour toolkit, and build your confidence!

When suppertime lands at the same time as your Evidence Based Birth Childbirth class and there are children everywhere, sometimes the path of least resistance leads you to take the call in the laundry room. #makinitwork #outnumbered #ebbirth #ebbinstructor #hiding #momof6

Curious about the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth classes that I offer? They are now 100% online- which means geography will not limit your participation! You'll have weekly zoom meetings with me to offer local context and support, as well as access to content with Dr. Rebecca Dekker and others! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbHujklthyo Link to sign up in comments.

Today is your last day to get in on my @ebbirth Childbirth Class that starts tomorrow- it’s ONLINE which makes it accessible to you NO MATTER WHERE YOU LIVE! Register now and you’ll also get 20% off! http://www.gracefulbeginnings.ca/ebbreg-for-parents.html Only a few spots left in these 6- week classes that begin; tomorrow, in July and September... #gracefulbeginningsbirth #birth #childbirtheducation #comfort #knowyouroptions #ebbirth #confidentchildbirth

I hear you Pastor @lennettanderson: Turn your empathy into action! This can’t be a moment. It must be a movement. What we do next, and on an ongoing basis, matters.

Pandemic silver lining: These #novascotia based Evidence Based Birth childbirth classes are now 100% online and accessible to anyone in Eastern Canada and will be relevant to YOUR birth experience! And now the real reason for this post... I give you: cuteness galore.

Visitor restrictions have eased across NS! Book your doulas friends!