Finding Peace In Your Strength
Find peace in your journey, be empowered by your strength and be transformed
Equipping you with confidence in your intuition and choices
No matter what your journey looks like - be respected, informed, empowered and supported during one of the most transformational seasons of life
Sophia Coad
Certifying Maternal Support Practitioner
Hi friends! I'm Sophia.
I have always been passionate about working with families, which led me to earn my Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Psychology and to work in social and community services.
After becoming pregnant with my first daughter in 2019, I threw myself into research and through my experiences, truly discovered my passion for all things pregnancy, birth and postpartum. It has been such an honour to support those who have invited me on their journeys.
Everybody deserves to be confident and empowered in their experience, and my goal is to give you a voice and support you in the decisions that are right for you and your family. I'm here for every person, family and story!
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Services
As your birth doula, I will be a support during your pregnancy, birth and postpartum period, ensuring that you have the resources you need every step of the way
Birth Support
Package Includes:
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Free consultation
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1-2 prenatal visits, birth attendance and 1-2 postpartum visits
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Prenatal birth preparation, resources and education
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Physical, emotional and informational support during your birth
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Immediate postpartum and breastfeeding support
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Unlimited phone/email support
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On call 24/7 from 37 weeks onward
As your postpartum doula, I will be there for you in those early days, as you navigate birth recovery, and life with your new baby
Postpartum Support
Package Includes:
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Free consultation
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6 postpartum visits
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Assistance with breastfeeding and newborn care
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Whole family sleep support and education
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Emotional support, and access to professional resources
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Baby wearing and attachment support
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Unlimited phone/email support
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Custom recovery basket
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On call 24/7 from birth to 3 weeks postpartum
Private prenatal classes intended to empower you and equip you with confidence going into your birth and postpartum journey.
Prenatal Classes
Package Includes:
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2-3 hour class in the comfort of your own home
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Comprehensive labour and birth education, including stages and phases of labour, comfort measures, surgical birth, pros and cons of common interventions, etc.
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Postpartum education, including newborn procedures, immediate and extended postpartum care, newborn care, etc.
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Support in creating birth preferences and postpartum plan
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Unlimited questions and custom focus based on the individual family's interests or concerns
FAQs
What is a doula?
Doulas are trained professionals who provide physical, emotional and informational support during pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period
What does a doula not do?
Doulas are not healthcare providers, and do not complete any medical procedures. A doula can enhance communication between the family and medical professionals, and are constant supports during the entire birth
Does a doula replace a partner?
Doulas have their own unique role within the birth team, and cannot replace the invaluable role of a partner. In fact, doulas support the family as a whole and can benefit both partners equally
What are the benefits of
hiring a doula?
Individuals with a doula present during their birth report higher satisfaction with their experience. Studies also show they have a decreased risk for medical interventions, cesarean births and postpartum mood disorders
Is a doula only for unmedicated births?
A doula's support can benefit anyone, no matter what their experience looks like. A doula will hold space for the family and ensure that they are supported, informed, and empowered throughout the whole process
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns you may have
