Toronto Doula Group
2 Deerfield Road M1K 4W9 Toronto, ON, Canada

So next Wednesday I’ve got a big announcement to make and I’m nervous about it but I’m also excited about it. I hope you’ll be excited too! Check back her on Wednesday! #prenatalclass #birthdoula #childbirtheducation #postpartumdoula #doula #pregnant #pregnancyannouncement #pregnancy

We are approaching a year of quarantine, lock down, stress and anxiety related to Covid-19. Please do your part, wear a mask when out and about to protect yourself and others, social distance at every opportunity, stay home except for going out to work, or to get essential items and wash your hands. . The sooner we beat this, the sooner we go back to being able to do the things we love. Including going to work and supporting our clients in person. #prenatalclass #birthdoula #childbirtheducation #postpartumdoula #doula #pregnancy #pregnant #pregnancyannouncement #covid_19 #wearamask

When you get a vaginal exam in office and your doctor says I’m just going to do a little sweep and then does it. That is NOT consent. . When your doctor does a vaginal exam in labour and says we’re going to break your water while having their hand in there and then does it, is NOT consent. . When you doctor finishes with that and says to the nurse to start Pitocin and leaves and the nurse hangs the Pitocin. Is NOT consent. ... . These are situations I’ve seen on more than one occasion. As a doula I’ve had to turn to my client and say, this is what is happening, do you have any questions, are you okay with that? . A virtual doula and virtual prenatal classes can help you prepare for your birth. #prenatalclass #birthdoula #childbirtheducation #postpartumdoula #doula #consent #birth #pregnancy #pregnant #pregnancyannouncement #pregnanttoronto See more

Oxytocin is the love hormone and is released when you do skin to skin, chest feed baby, have an orgasm and it gets your uterus contracting. . Endorphins are the body’s natural relaxant and a pain killer as well. It also helps in the brain releasing oxytocin. . Prolactin is known as the mothering hormone and is released to support chestfeeding.... . Adrenaline is needed in pushing to give your body the energy to push baby out. But relaxation is needed to suppress adrenaline until it’s needed to push and keep you energized until baby’s had their first feed. . Taking a virtual prenatal class can help teach you more about what you need to have a safe and supported birth. #prenatalclass #birthdoula #childbirtheducation #postpartumdoula #doula #pregnancy #pregnancyannouncement #pregnant #pregnanttoronto See more

It’s important, no matter where you give birth, to create a calm and relaxed atmosphere. . A birthing person in labour needs to feel safe, loved and supported. And relaxation can help promote the flow of contractions and make your labour easier to manage. . Speak to a doula about how you can create a calming atmosphere in a hospital setting. ... . www.TorontoDoulaGroup.com to see our Doula support packages. #doula #birthdoula #pregnancy #pregnant #pregnancyannouncement #pregnanttoronto See more

Posted @withregram @diversitymidwives That's right, baby - we got the room in November and December 2020, and January and February 2021! Please go to our website diversitymidwives.com, click the "Request a Midwife" button and sign up today! Feel free to share the good news! #intakes #newclients #latetocares #LTC

Check out our latest blog! What to eat and drink during labour! #birth #pregnant #pregnacy #preggers #toronto #torontobirth #labouranddelivery

People often think that Doulas only support unmedicated birth. However that isn’t true. As a doula of over 14 years I have no biases toward various ways to birth. My only goal for birth is that you feel Informed, Educated, Supported, Loved and for you to birth your way, whatever that looks like for you! #birth #pregnancy #pregnant #newbaby #birthing #toronto

Current reading recommendation, This Is Your Time by the amazing Ruby Bridges! And at Chapters, 1% of all sales will go to to help children in high-needs communities through their Love Of Reading Foundation. #lovetoread #lovetolearn

If you aren’t on an Apple device you can find us on almost all podcasting platforms and rating and subscribing is very helpful for us. Thank you in advance!! #doula #podcast #birthdoula #labourdoula #postpartumdoula

Digital Doula Support Packages are beneficial for those not able to have a second support person in hospital with you. The Doula will prepare you and your partner prenatally to manage your early labour, offer suggestions and resources during your labour and virtual breastfeeding and postpartum support afterwards. More details on our website at www.TorontoDoulaGroup.com #pregnancy #birth #toronto #pregnant #prenatal

Due to life...the big launch we’ve been teasing is going to need a few more days of teases. . Mental health and family are a priority so sometimes deadline have to be pushed. . The project is being worked on diligently right now and will be done in time for Tuesday! ... #doula #pregnant #pregnancy #breastfeeding #birth See more

A very powerful piece. Discussion of loss so please know that may upset you if you have suffered a loss. https://chrissyteigen.medium.com/hi-2e45e6faf764

The Toronto Doula Group is adding mentoring of Childbirth Educators to their mentoring program. So if you are a Labour Doula or a Childbirth Educator looking for a mentor check us out! #doula #childbirtheducator #birthdoula #labourdoula

Learn prenatal education from the safety of your home. . Classes are live online (week night and weekend classes available) or pre-recorded to choose your topics and watch at your leisure as you have unlimited access to them. Our first class is free for you to try it out. . Our educator has been a birth worker since 2006 and has supported hundreds of families in their birth, postpartum and educational journey. And will happily answer your questions so you can feel confide...nt going into your birth. . Link to our classes are in the bio or check it out here: https://s.ripl.com/mqw0il #pregnancy #prenataltoronto #pregnant #birth See more

Live or Pre-recorded, our prenatal classes are evidence based, and taught by a veteran Doula and Childbirth Educator. Live virtual classes are held week nights or weekends and pre-recorded sessions are designed for you to pick what topics interest you and give you unlimited access to watch at your leisure and go back if needed. #pregnancy #birth #prenatal #childbirth

This week The Doulas explore recent conversations surrounding the word "Doula". Have the negative origins of the word been watered down by all the good that modern doulas do or have we finally realized that this culturally appropriated word needs to be put to rest so we can embrace a term that truly shows what we are and how we support parents through pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period.

Check out the latest blog post about having a virtual doula during your hospital birth. https://s.ripl.com/c44b1b #blog #pregnancy #birth #hospitalbirth #doula #birthdoula #toronto #pregnant

In this episode Stephanie's humour is on full display with a fun bag of cookies shaped like penises. We discuss how Covid is affecting a surrogate family and we get a little political. #doula #doulapodcast #podcast #birth #birthdoula #surrogacy #covid

This year it seems like there wouldn’t be much to be thankful for but maybe this year is the best time to think hard about what we are thankful for. . This year I am thankful for my family. My kids are my light and keep me laughing when everything is failing And my mum and my uncle who have been a welcome support when I have basically been struggling to make ends meet during this pandemic .... My friend’s Steph and Suz who check in and keep me moving forward or rather drag me forward when I really just want to live in my deep whole of darkness. . For myself for being stronger than I realize and more persistent than I give myself credit for. . For all the people I have met this year that have given me energy, and lit a fire under my butt to do something I’m terrified to do but I’m doing it anyway. . Find the things that you can be thankful for this year! And share it! See more

See our latest blog post: https://www.torontodoulagroup.com//why-a-virtual-doula-can

When you become pregnant the time to plan and prep flys by. Plan for your birth early and make sure you plan for the early postpartum period and breast/chest feeding long before baby arrives. . Virtual classes and virtual postpartum support can make your pregnancy and postpartum period more successful and more enjoyable. . See details about our virtual support and classes on our website. Link in our bio.

Even if your birth goes smoothly and without a hitch if you feel negatively toward your experience that’s okay. It is important that you speak to someone about it, preferably your family care provider, a counsellor, psychologist or psychiatrist. #postpartum #doula #birth

Prenatal classes, live online classes to enjoy with other birthing parents and ask questions in real time. Or Pre-recorded sessions with unlimited access to watch at your leisure. Check out our website for options or email us at [email protected]

The latest episode is up and The Doulas check in on how they are doing during covid and they have very big check in of their health priorities #doula #podcast #birthdoula #postpartumdoula #covid

While doulas can’t currently support you physically in hospital they can do a lot before, during and after to prepare you and support your choices, answer questions and make your birth and postpartum less confusing and scary. . Check out our website for details on our Digital Doula package. #pregnancy #pregnant #toronto #doula #birth

Infographic on Infant Feeding - Cluster Feeds, they are confusing but necessary. Here's when they happen and why.

Have you gotten home and feeding isn’t going well? Will baby only sleep in your arms and you don’t know why? Do you have a laundry list of questions but you know googling them is probably wrong. We’re here to help. One hour virtual visits to answer questions and help with breastfeeding can make these early days after baby a little easier. See our website for details #we’reheretohelp #postpartumsupport #doula #birth #pregnancy #newbaby

Learn prenatal education with an experienced, certified childbirth educator and doula. Kim, our instructor has been educating birthing parents since 2006 and supported as a doula more than 200 birthing and postpartum parents in that same time. . Her experience and humour make for an educational and entertaining class. . And if you have any questions at all after a session, you just have to shoot us an email. ... . And if you enjoy one session but want to be more involved you can switch to a live online class at a discounted rate. . See our website for details or email us at [email protected] #pregnancy #pregnant #toronto #birth #prenatal #childbirth See more

We are blown away buy reaching this milestone! Thank you so much for listening and supporting our crazy banter and spreading of knowledge! #toronto #podcast #birth #birthdoula #doula