Jocelyn Garvey

About me

Since I can remember, I have always found deep love and interest in the perinatal period. My first encounter with pregnancy and birth occurred when I was very young; my mum showed me the 1995 film Nine Months, directed by Chris Columbus, starring Julianne Moore and Hugh Grant, and I was hooked! Essentially, I watched any movie or TV show (that I was aware of) that featured the perinatal period. Some of the shows that I have watched countless times are One Born Every Minute (Channel 4) and Call The Midwife (BBC One). I bring the film and shows up because it is an integral part of the story that led me to become a doula; it kept the spark alive long enough for me to find a way forward into working within the birth and postpartum world. Then, when I went to Mount Royal University to get my Bachelor of Arts degree, it only felt natural to accompany it with a minor in Women’s and Gender Studies, so I see myself as a certified feminist (lol). I have always believed that people are entitled to feel empowered during their birth, and with that comes support, which is where I come in. As your doula, it is my job to support you and your birthing team throughout the duration of your birth. I will never make decisions on your behalf or try to influence your choices, but I will support you in making those decisions, and yes, that includes postpartum care. I will hold space for you and your support team, and I will do my best to help you advocate for your wishes. I understand that the perinatal period is a very vulnerable time, and I feel honoured and blessed to be able to accompany you on your journey.

Education

Bachelor of Arts– English, minor in Women's and Gender Studies (2024)

Certification and training

Doula School Canada (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

Calgary Doula Association

Doula Association of Alberta

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Languages

English

Service introduction

Starlight Doula Services offers birth, postpartum, combined birth & postpartum, day-of-birth, and in-hospital support. Services include prenatal preparation, on-call labour and birth support, comfort measures, feeding and newborn care guidance, postpartum recovery support, light housekeeping and tidying, overnight care, local resource recommendations, and ongoing phone, text and email support.

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