Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Castlegar, BC

Hi, I’m Laine (she/her)! I am a full-spectrum doula, plant lover, and mom of two incredible little humans. My own journey - welcoming my first child in 2018, experiencing pregnancy loss, and later giving birth to my second in 2023 - deeply shaped my path and passion for birth work. Both of my births were supported by wonderful doulas, and their steady presence inspired me to offer the same kind of care to others. As your doula, I provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to help you feel nurtured, empowered, prepared, and cared for - no matter how or where you choose to give birth. I love working with new parents and growing families, and I hold space for the wide range of emotions and transformations that come with pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My approach blends compassionate emotional and physical support with practical tools like childbirth education and baby wearing guidance. I’m also passionate about birth photography and love capturing the beauty and power of labour, birth, and those magical first moments together. Through my practice, I offer in-person Labour & Birth Doula support, Childbirth Education, Birth Photography, and Birth Equipment Rentals for families in Nelson, BC and across the West Kootenays. I also support families from afar with Virtual Prenatal & Childbirth Education, 1:1 Virtual Birth Planning, and options that make doula care more accessible when local support just isn’t available, or financially do-able. When I’m not supporting families, you can usually find me tending to my plants, playing up at Whitewater, or keeping up with life alongside my two kiddos. Certifications and Trainings: Maternal Support Practitioner – Full Spectrum Doula Training (Bebo Mia) Essence of Birth Photography (Birth Becomes You) Childbirth Educator Training (Bebo Mia) Advanced VBAC Doula Certification (The VBAC Link) First Aid & CPR-C/AED (The Lifesaving Society) IPAC Training (Provincial Infection Control Network) I’m also an approved provider under BC’s Doulas for Aboriginal Families Grant Program, meaning my services may be eligible at low-cost or no-cost. The Doulas for Aboriginal Families Grant Program (DAFGP) is offered by the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres, Provincial Health Services Authority, and the BC Ministry of Health. The goal of the program is to increase healthy birth outcomes for Indigenous families by removing the cost barrier to accessing doula services.

Hello, my name is Jamie Lovato, and I am a Certified Full-Spectrum Doula located in Valley, Washington. All the facets of birth are my joy and passion, and I'm always curious to learn more. My background is Native plant medicines and Indigenous Birth Justice work. I believe birth can be calm and peaceful if we set the right atmosphere with positive affirmations to get there. My practice tries to create a judgment-free zone for all parents seeking informational and emotional support. In my free time I enjoy gathering plants for medicine making and spending time with family and friends.

Hey everyone, my name is Cheryl and I am a certify birth and postpartum doula, located near Oliver, BC. Coming from a small dairy farm from New Zealand, I have been around birth most my life. I bring calm, space and tools to help be there for you, while you have your birthing experience, which ever you may choose. I am non judgemental and will support all births and scenarios. Get in touch with me and let's have a chat to see if we are a good match.

I am a birth and postpartum doula, and a HypnoBirthing Childbirth Educator. I also offer birthing pool rentals. I have an office located in the heart of the South Okanagan and believe that birth is a natural event where a woman and her partner need to plan and prepare for together.

Supporting families in the Kelowna area, I am passionate about guiding parents through the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. With a gentle, personalized approach, I provide evidence-based information, hands-on support, and emotional encouragement so families can feel confident and empowered. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, a home birth, or navigating postpartum adjustments, I am here to honor your choices and help you create a positive, meaningful experience.

I'm Kristin Eapen, a certified birth doula, Lamaze-certified childbirth educator, and grief and loss coach with the immense privilege of serving families on the traditional, unceded territory of the Syilx/Okanagan People in Kelowna, BC. ​ I am committed to providing compassionate, personalized support for families during the transformative journey of pregnancy and childbirth. Whether you are embarking as first-time parents or expanding your family, my goal is to ensure that every family feels seen, heard, and supported throughout their experience. I tailor my approach to respect each family's unique vision while offering evidence-based information and unwavering support.

Providing exceptional care for birthers and their families as they journey from fertility, through pregnancy, birth, and into the 4th trimester. My goal is to return to the feeling of empowerment and mental wellness to the journey to expanding a family with mental health at the forefront of my work. I am a clinically trained counsellor by trade with several years working with mental health, addiction and trauma; I aim to bring this training and knowledge to support my clients in understanding their mental health and processing any birth trauma they may have endured.

We always remember how our children came into the world and as a birth doula I wish to give you the confidence to decide what is right for you and your family, supporting you, emotionally and practically, to have a beautiful, empowered and positive birth experience. The arrival of a new baby is a time filled with so many emotions, from excitement and joy to worry and fear. The early weeks with your newborn are undoubtedly magical, but they can also be challenging and overwhelming. Your body has gone through an enormous change, and your hormones will be shifting as well, the dynamics of home life shift and new skills are learnt by all the family.  As your birth doula, my role is to offer you and your family the necessary support for a positive birthing experience.  I will give you the much-needed continuity of care, access to accurate information and to be a guide along your pregnancy and birthing journey. You can engage my support at any point in your pregnancy. 

Hi! I'm a birth, postpartum, and adoption doula here to cheer you on through every stage of growing your family. Whether you're giving birth, bringing baby home, or navigating adoption, I offer warm, personalized support to help you feel confident, cared for, and never alone. Let’s make this journey joyful—together!

Hello! I’m a full spectrum doula, offering birth, postpartum days/nights, as well as lactation & feeding services. I’m an advocate, a passionate birth worker, and I will always be on your side. We’ll work together to meet your goals!

I am a wife, mother to 4 and birth doula for Spokane and the surrounding area. My own births showed me what a difference a birth doula can make in a birth and I strive to provide the same care for my clients.

Hi! I’m Lauran Lessard! Christian birth doula and birth photographer in Post Falls, Idaho. Supporting home and birth center births in Coeur d’Alene, Spokane, and North Idaho with faith-based care and storytelling. My journey and passion for birth began with my own experience. During my pregnancy as a first time mom, I wanted to learn everything I could to prepare for an unmedicated birth. I did much research and preparation! I ended up having a surprise home birth, where my husband ended up delivering our baby girl! This sparked desire to come alongside fellow mothers, offering guidance and support every step of the way. My desire is for you to walk away from your birth, with peace and confidence, knowing you are fully equipped for this next season of motherhood.

Way, iskwist Sierra Sanchez. Hello, my name is Sierra Sanchez. I am a descendant of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe of Indians and a Mexican-American. I have 3 years of experience under my belt as a doula and lactation peer counselor. I have supported hospital, birth center, and home births. I am confident in my skills and services and am devoted to continued development. Since 2025 I have really focused on bringing more culture into my work and connecting with my communities. I attended the first annual Returning from the Stars conference hosted by the Center for Indigenous Midwifery and completed their Indigenous doula training. I also began a part time position aiding Spokane Tribal Network in supporting local Indigenous doulas, such as myself. I look forward to future opportunities to progress the work we are doing in and for our communities.

Hello there! My name is Sarah and I am a holistic, mind-body focused certified Birth Doula in Spokane, WA. I grew up with a mom who worked in labor and delivery for most of my early childhood and was obsessed with hearing the birth stories of her patients. I learned what a doula was in 2015 and have since believed deep in my soul that becoming a doula is part of my life calling, my destiny, my fate…whatever you want to call it. I am deeply passionate about this work. I believe that every birth is natural - and whether it is a vaginal, medicated or unmedicated, or cesarean birth - every type of birth demands support and deserves celebration. I have been a doula for over a year and a half and have served over 20 families in that time. I have experience with first time and multiple time mamas, inductions, cesareans, home birth, birth centers, and hospitals!

I’m a birth and postpartum doula with over 7 years of experience, including a specialization in twins and overnight care. I understand that every birth and postpartum journey is unique, and my goal is to meet your family exactly where you are—providing grounded, compassionate support tailored to your needs. With a bachelor’s degree in Child Development, I’m passionate about equipping families through education, preparation, and confidence-building. Whether I’m helping you navigate labor, offering calm and consistent support in the early newborn days, or making sure you get the restorative sleep you need to feel revived, I’m here to answer questions, ease the transition, and hold space for your experience. You don’t have to do this alone—I’m here for you and your growing family every step of the way.

My name is Dani and I’m the founder of Eileithyia Birth Services LLC I’m a doula whom provides transformative, fear-free pregnancy, birth & postpartum support. With expertise in evidence-based practices & inclusive care, I strive to empower families to navigate their journey with confidence & joy. My Mission At Eileithyia Birth Services, I’m committed to transforming the way families experience pregnancy and birth - replacing anxiety with anticipation, fear with knowledge, and isolation with community. I believes that with the right support, every family can achieve their ideal birth experience, whatever that looks like for them.

With a background in Women's functional health, Cycle Charting education, and my own journey to Motherhood including a cesarean birth after planning a dream home birth, I have a wide scope of experience and understand your unique situation may call you to birth in a different way than you anticipated. I'm a mother-centric provider and birth partner. holding mama comes first, holding baby comes second or not at all. My priority is to make YOU feel seen, cared for, educated, supported, and held through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Beyond birth doula support, I teach cycle charting empowering you to choose when you have children and also helping you make sense of your menstrual cycle and what your symptoms reveal about your overall health. When clients uncover areas of health they can support, I can support them in finding answers through access to functional hormone testing and lifestyle coaching. I can't wait to meet you and support your unique story no matter where you find yourself in the journey of women's health and motherhood. BTW, I'm neurodivergent myself and so I have a real and personal understanding of low or fluctuating capacity. You can count on me to be understanding of your capacity in the decisions you make and will never judge you.

Hi there! I am a full spectrum doula (birth, postpartum, and even stillbirth/miscarriage/abortions) serving the Spokane and North Idaho areas, and have experience with twin births, intervention-free births, and births with no interventions involved. I serve birth people however and wherever they would like to birth, in or out of hospitals, with midwives or OBs. I'm now currently serving Medicaid clients in Washington State! When I'm not attending births and helping postpartum families, I'm fostering kitties for a local rescue, while also loving on my grandsons. I can't wait to be able to support you!

Hello! I am a Birth and Postpartum doula serving in the Spokane and surrounding areas. I offer prebuilt packages and plans a well as custom plans that reflect your lifestyle, budget and ideal support. I truly have a passion for Advocacy and supporting the family as a whole! Bringing the family closer together during such a sacred time. I am so honored to be invited into your space and walk with you through your birth journey. I'm now also offering Placenta Encapsulation! I do hope you'll reach out and connect with me and see if we might be a good fit!

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