Kait Pacheco

Birth & Postpartum Doula

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Toronto, Ontario

Kait Pacheco

Birth & Postpartum Doula

Toronto, Ontario

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About me

I’m Kait, a Toronto-based (but very mobile!), DONA International-trained doula who is ready to support you throughout pregnancy, birth, and beyond! I have a strong passion for pregnancy, birth, babies, and supporting new parents, and my patience, care, and understanding nature are what set me apart. I will always listen without judgement and be here to advocate for you and your family. Think of me as your pregnancy and birth coach – whether this is your first child or your fifth, I am here to support you similarly to how a personal trainer helps you at the gym, how a wedding planner helps you achieve your dream wedding, or how a tour guide helps you plan your perfect vacation. From day one, I will support your pregnancy with resources, information, and education; your birth with positivity and hands-on comfort measures; and your early post-partum journey with confidence and love. I will be by your side as you bring your baby into the world whether at a hospital, birthing centre, or in the comfort of your own home. Once baby is born, I will continue to provide you with educational support as well as encouragement and emotional support as you become acquainted with your baby. I will support your infant feeding journey (breastfeeding or otherwise) and offer household organizational support. My first language is English, but I can also support you in conversational French, Portuguese, and basic Italian! Aside from supporting families as they grow, I have a passion for travelling, art, and food!

Certification and training

Birth and Postpartum Doula, DONA (2021)

Memberships and affiliations

Association of Ontario Doulas

Specialties

Abortion Doula Care Advanced Maternal Age Babywearing Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Breech Birth Cesarean, Episiotomy and Scar Pain Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding High-Risk Pregnancy Home Birth Hypnobirthing Method Infant Care Labor Doula Latch Issues LGBTQ+ Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Nipple and Breast Pain Parenting Support Perinatal and Infant Loss Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Loss Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapy Prenatal Care Prenatal Life Relaxation Techniques Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Safety Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Toddlers Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese

Service introduction

As a birth doula, I will provide you with education during pregnancy, and accompany you while in labour to help ensure a safe and satisfying birth experience. I can provide reassurance and perspective to you and your partner, make suggestions for labour progress, and help with relaxation, soothing touch, positioning and other techniques for comfort. I draw on my professional training, knowledge, and experience to provide emotional support, physical comfort, and, as needed, communication with hospital staff to make sure that you have the information you need to make informed decisions as they arise in labour and immediately postpartum. As a postpartum doula, I will assist you with self-care recovery measures, provide information on self and baby care, assist you in caring for and feeding of your new baby, breastfeeding support, assist your family with adjusting to new roles, and offer household organizational support: including preparing occasional light meals, laundry, tidying, and dishwashing.

Packages

Postpartum Doula Support Package 2

Adding a new member to your family is very exciting! …but it’s normal to also feel nervous and overwhelmed. As you adjust to the new realities of parenthood (sleeping, feeding, and diaper-changing – oh my!), I will be there as an extra pair of hands and added support to help you find confidence in your new role as a parent. 3 three-hour in-home visits a week for the first 3 weeks

$810.00

CAD Flat rate

Postpartum Doula Support Package 3

Adding a new member to your family is very exciting! …but it’s normal to also feel nervous and overwhelmed. As you adjust to the new realities of parenthood (sleeping, feeding, and diaper-changing – oh my!), I will be there as an extra pair of hands and added support to help you find confidence in your new role as a parent. 3 four-hour in-home visits a week for the first 3 weeks

$1,080.00

CAD Flat rate

Consultation

During your complimentary phone consultation, we’ll get an opportunity to get to know each other and make sure that this partnership is a good fit for both of us. We’ll discuss your individual needs and how I can support them. 30 minutes Free!

$0.00

CAD Flat rate

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Frequently asked questions

I’m planning a home birth/birthing centre birth; do you support that?

You bet I do! Wherever you decide to give birth – at home, in a birthing centre, at the hospital, in the woods, by the sea – I will be there to support you through it.

I’m having a scheduled caesarean section/scheduled induction; can I still have a doula?

Definitely. Not only will you be able to benefit from all the prenatal preparation you’ve done with your doula, I will also be able to support you in the operating and recovery rooms, and support your partner by keeping them informed and letting them know how they can support you, too.

I don’t think I can afford a doula right now; do you have reduced fees or payment plans?

As a DONA International-trained doula, I believe that there is “a doula for every person who wants one”. If you can’t fit getting doula support from me in your budget, we can discuss payment plans and options, or referrals to doulas who offer reduced price/free services.

I have a partner supporting me, do I still need a doula?

It’s great to have a partner supporting you through birth – your partner is an expert on you and your relationship. The same way that your doula is an expert in birth and the postpartum period! When you are supported by a doula, your partner has the opportunity to be more involved in the process and will have a teammate (me!) to help them help you. You may have taken all the prenatal classes available to you and read all the best baby books, but having your doula there to support you and your partner through birth and postpartum means you don’t have to rely on your memory and hope that you retained everything you learned!

I’ve already given birth before, and I didn’t have a doula then; do I need one now?

Because every labour and birth is unique, having a doula guide you through birth in a new way allows you to experience it differently and perhaps better! Although you might know what to expect since you’ve done this before, you can ask me about things that are feeling different this time around, or have me support your labour in a way that’s different to how you were supported during birth in the past. If there’s anything about a previous birth that you want to avoid (or replicate) this time, I can help make that happen or suggest other options I think you might like.

I’m nervous about breastfeeding; can you help me with that?

Yes, I can and yes, I will! Firstly, we will spend time before baby comes preparing for your breastfeeding journey with information and education. We’ll talk about what’s making you nervous, and address all of your concerns. Then, in your baby’s first few hours of life, I can help you initiate breastfeeding, so you’re set up for success when it comes time to feed baby again. We can spend time making sure you and baby are comfortable and getting off to the right start. I also offer a breastfeeding support add-on that you can combine with your other services, so I can help you and baby after you’ve given it a few tries.

What if I’ve finished all the doula support time planned in the package I purchased, but I still need your support?

While my postpartum support and combined birth and postpartum support packages include postpartum visits for the first three weeks, I am available to support you for the first three months (and maybe longer if you still need it!). You have the option to buy another package or purchase some add-ons for à la carte support at an hourly price. If cost is a question, we can discuss payment plans and options, too.

What exactly does a doula do?

DONA International defines a doula as: “a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.” Click here to find out more about what a doula does (and does not) do. If you still have questions, I’m happy to connect via phone or email to answer them.

Can we meet in person before I commit to hiring you?

Absolutely! It’s important for us to make sure this is a good fit for us both. Your complimentary 30-minute consultation can be done over the phone, virtually, or in-person at a local coffee shop, library, or another convenient location.

Can I have a midwife AND a doula?

You sure can! Your midwife will offer clinical support, while your doula will offer emotional, physical, and educational support to you and your partner. We work hand-in-hand to make sure you have a positive birth experience!

What if you are unavailable when I go into labour?

While I know your expected due date and plan to be ready to support you around that time, sometimes birth can be unpredictable, and babies come on their own schedule. I always make sure to have a backup doula who can take my place, although that’s usually not necessary. You will have an opportunity to meet or speak with the backup doula during the prenatal period, just in case.

Can I get overnight postpartum support?

It’s not uncommon to need support overnight. While I don’t provide this service at this time, I’m happy to connect you with another postpartum doula who would be happy to help!