KATIA ROCK Birth & Postpartum Doula in Ajax, ON

From the very first video call with Katia at Soulful Doulas, my husband and I knew we had found the perfect doula. We were searching at the last minute, which made the process feel overwhelming, but the moment we spoke with her, we felt an immediate sense of peace. Katia has such a calming, reassuring presence that instantly puts you at ease. Her warmth, compassion, and genuine spirit are impossible to miss. Throughout our journey, Katia was incredibly attentive and thoughtful. She checked in on us regularly, answered every question with patience, and consistently made us feel seen, heard, and supported. She truly cares for her clients as though they are family, and that level of dedication is something you simply can't teach. Giving birth is one of the most vulnerable experiences a person and a couple can go through, and Katia created a safe space where I felt completely comfortable being my authentic self. She encouraged me when I needed strength, advocated for me when I needed support, and reminded me that I was capable every step of the way. Knowing she was by our side gave both my husband and me an incredible sense of confidence and calm. Looking back, we honestly don't know what we would have done without her. Even though we had Katia as our doula for only a short period of time, the impact she made on our lives was immeasurable. Her professionalism, knowledge, empathy, and unwavering support exceeded every expectation we had. She didn't just help us prepare for birth; she empowered us through it and continued to care for us afterward. If you're looking for someone who will encourage you, advocate for you, celebrate with you, and guide you through one of life's most beautiful journeys, look no further than Katia and Soulful Doulas. She is truly a blessing, a remarkable doula, and an even more remarkable human being. We thought we were leaving the hospital as a family of three, but little did we know our family had actually grown to four. Katia didn't just help bring our daughter into the world; she became family. We truly gained an auntie for life, and we will forever be grateful that our paths crossed.

— Patricia Awosiyan

Words cannot fully express the gratitude I have for Katia Rock and her family. She stepped into my life when I had no one else, providing not only professional/expert guidance during pregnancy and birth but genuine love and care. Even when I had nowhere to stay, she went above and beyond to find me comfortable accommodation. Over time, she has become a true mother to my daughter and me, an I now consider her a beloved grandmother to my daughter. Katia goes above and beyond, and there is no one like her; to me, she is Canada's number one doula. Thank you always with LOVE. Katia you are appreciated.

— Heron Quality

We had the most phenomenal experience with our doula(s). Our initial meeting was incredibly informative and helped flip my mindset from nervous about birth, to confident and prepared. During the labouring process, our doula Katia brought a major sense of peace and calm to the room. She helped us to feel confident in our decisions throughout the labour and advocated for us when things strayed from our birth plan. These ladies are SO AMAZING and I will strongly recommend them to anybody searching for a doula.

— Emma

Katia is amazing, took the time to walk us through the baby's needs and tips for delivery and postpartum care. Even gave advice on our car seat and what to look for when purchasing one. Extremely knowledgeable, would highly recommend to anyone looking for a doula or for any first-time parents with a ton of questions. Thank you Katia!

— Mathusan Thanabalasingam

We had an exceptional experience with Katia as my doula. Throughout our experience together, she was incredibly warm, loving, and genuinely caring. She provided one prenatal meeting that was educational and left me feeling confident and well-prepared going into labour. Leading up to delivery, she was always available to answer my questions and concerns, and was consistently responsive over both phone and text, which gave me so much reassurance. During labour, Katia was there when I needed her. Her ability to provide physical pain support and more importantly, keep me calm and grounded, truly stood out. I felt safe, supported, and cared for. After my C-section, she followed up promptly to check in on me and my family, which I really appreciated. That level of continued care meant a lot during recovery. I highly recommend Katia to all expecting mothers. Her support made a meaningful difference in my birth experience and my husband and I were so grateful to have her support.

— Intisar Ainanshe

We decided to work with Katia pretty early on in my pregnancy, and it was truly the best decision we made. We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Katia. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive and supportive, always making herself available to answer questions, talk through concerns, and provide reassurance whenever we needed it. Her knowledge and guidance throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum were invaluable. During labor, her calm presence, warm energy, and knowledge and experience made such a difference. We were on the OB side at MSH and paired with an inexperienced nurse (only 3-4 months post graduation), and the nurse was the only one available to us from the hospital throughout the labor. Katia made a crucial difference in helping us feel confident, informed, and supported at every step. She advocated for us when necessary, and created an environment where we felt safe and empowered. Not only that, she was critical in ensuring my labor progressed. I give her full credit for ensuring that I had such a positive delivery experience, the experience truly would have been disastrous without her. However, Katia's support didn’t stop after the birth. Postpartum, she continued to check in, offer practical help and thoughtful advice, and provide the kind of encouragement that we as new parents really needed. She has such a natural way with babies. Our little one clearly adores her, and so do we! We are incredibly grateful for her care, compassion, and expertise. If you are considering working with a doula, we wholeheartedly recommend her. She is truly exceptional and made one of the most important experiences of our lives even more special.

— Mekala L

When i met Ms.katia,it was a bond so unconditional.she was there for me throughout my pregnancy,my Emotional support person.When I told Katia that my baby father had passed away.She was there every step of the way makin̈g sure that me an baby was ok.When it was time to have my Baby.I was Glad she was by my side ,she helped me with my breathing through the contractions.Even at my difficult Point like I wanted to lose hope due to the pain ..this Beautiful Gem encourage me that all the pain so over That my Baby is almost here.My experience was a phenomenal one an I appreciate ms Katia for being there for me an my BabyGirl.

— Danikqua Williams

I met Katia about a month before giving birth, and she supported me through my delivery and postpartum — and I can truly say that working with her was one of the best decisions I made in my pregnancy journey. Being on my own with three young children, I needed a lot of support — not only physically, but emotionally and mentally as I prepared for birth. Katia showed up with so much gentleness, knowledge, and reassurance. Every phone call meant so much, and her calm presence in the theatre felt magical and grounding. She continued to check on me afterward and even volunteered to support me during my baby’s circumcision. With a fresh C-section incision, I couldn’t hold him, and Katia lovingly stepped in and carried him with so much care. She still checks in to make sure I’m healing and coping well. Katia’s smile is infectious, her compassion is genuine, and her support goes far beyond what I expected from a doula. I am deeply grateful for her, and I highly recommend her to any expectant mother looking for comfort, confidence, and truly compassionate care. I love you Katia so much and i will always have you at heart mama!!!

— Hajjarah Nagadya

Katia stepped in on very short notice and provided us with a personalized 3hr class that exceeded our expectations. She covered everything we asked for and more, which was incredibly helpful as first-time parents. She was warm, extremely kind, and very understanding, and she created a space where we felt comfortable asking questions and learning at our own pace. We are so grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone preparing for birth and parenthood.

— Mila Salgado

I found Katia during one of the hardest moments of my postpartum journey I literally just called a random doula I found on Google, and I can honestly say it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From the very first conversation, she showed me so much kindness, gentleness, and genuine understanding. She didn’t just give me advice; she held space for me when I felt overwhelmed, scared, and lost. She continues to check in, offer guidance, and be there for me whenever I need her. She’s warm, patient, empathetic, and truly has a heart of gold. You can feel how much she cares about the women she supports. If you are looking for someone compassionate, reliable, calming, and incredibly knowledgeable please hire her. She is an absolute angel and has been a blessing in my postpartum healing. I’m so grateful to have found her.❤️

— Khujasta Bashir

Katia is simply amazing. She helped me so much in post partum and child care. She has a happy and joyful vibe which lightens up the atmosphere. She taught me how to bathe, massage and take care of baby as well as helped me in breastfeeding and other things such as how to prevent diaper rashes, how to create a calming atmosphere for the baby to sleep etc. She is simply fabulous!

— Supreet Kaur

Working with Katia is such a blessing to us. Her wealth of knowledge has made me more confident in mothering both my infant and toddler and I’m grateful I found her. She has been so kind and open. 10/10 recommend!

— Grace Nwaka

Katia was really amazing and patient with my twin babies and I. She taught me a lot about how to care for my babies and she always made sure that I was getting enough rest. Her services were very helpful for me and my family. 💗💗💗

— teshawna

Katia is an amazing Doula! Katia is empathetic, listens with her heart, and has such a gentle approach and warm tone in her voice. I would definitely recommend Katia to anyone requiring Doula services.

— Lisa D

Katia is a wealth of knowledge! We learned so much valuable information when it came to the care of our new born. Highly recommend her for doula support.

— Ashlee

I had the wonderful pleasure of having Katia as my Doula for my postpartum care for my son. What I liked the most about her care is that she listened to my questions and concerns and never judged me for them. She gave me the confidence to trust my instincts as a mom and do what's best for my baby. My family and I are beyond thankful for her love, knowledge, experience that helped speed up my postpartum recovery and enjoy my baby growing. FOREVER THANKFUL Love Amore🩵🩵

— Dominique Cameron

Katia helped me so much with breastfeeding and postpartum care. I honestly love her — her calm energy and kind support meant the world to me during those early days. She made me feel safe, motivated, and truly cared for. My baby also adored her and was always so calm and happy around her. I’m so grateful I met her. Every new mom deserves a Katia!

— Gulnara Mammadova

We had the pleasure of working with Katia as both a night nanny and lactation consultant, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. She stayed with us for three nights (plus 2 nights was her employee) and was incredibly helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. Her calming presence and professional support made a huge difference during those early, sleepless nights. I also took two lactation classes with her, and they were excellent. She thoroughly walked me through everything I needed to know about breastfeeding—explaining the process clearly, sharing a helpful booklet, and guiding me through hands-on practice. She even provided on-site support at the hospital, which was incredibly reassuring and invaluable at such a vulnerable time. Her kindness and patience truly stood out, and I felt completely supported every step of the way. If you’re looking for someone experienced, compassionate, and genuinely dedicated to helping new parents, soulful Doula is a fantastic choice.

— Sana Faridi

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Katia after the birth of my twins, and I truly don’t know how I would have managed without her. She was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable and kind. She helped me navigate recovery and all the emotional ups and downs that come with new motherhood. Her presence brought calm and reassurance during a very intense time. If you are looking for a caring and professional doula especially for multiples, I can’t recommend Katia enough!

— Faith Anyebe

The experience from Soulful Doula’s, from the prenatal classes, birthing and postpartum journey, is not just of the support of a doula; Katia becomes your FAMILY for the journey, a constant presence sharing her wealth of knowledge, experience, unwavering support, love and guidance to empower you to conquer your anxieties and fears about the birthing journey. It is a connection of trust, respect, reliability and empathy, in the upmost professional manner and personable warmth and openness. From the get-go, Katia makes sure to get to know all about your family, so much so that it feels like she was always an integral part of it! We connected with Katia because I was looking for support with my TOLAC journey, after having an unsupported first birth at the hospital, and the difference could not be more night and day! I got to learn to be patient with my body (and my baby), and trust the process rather than letting my past dictate the future or projecting my frustrations onto the circumstances! And I learned that I have the strength to get through it if I believe in myself! Katia was an invaluable source of knowledge and had all the necessary experience to offer both physical and emotional support, guidance, encouragement, and was always aligned with our birthing preferences. She was available every step of the way for both me and my partner, imparting tips and tricks for every aspect of baby and mama care, navigating the labor and newborn baby journey! The outcome was a beautiful, empowering, and exactly what our family needed. Thank you wholeheartedly Katia for walking along us on this journey to bringing baby Z home! You will always be a part of the memories and the story of his birth! 💙🦋👶🏻

— Sidra Saeed

Katia was very kind, warm, and compassionate -- she listened to all of my concerns and took great care of my newborn. She also gave useful advice to help me get more sleep and gave good tips on baby care -- she's excellent!!

— Paulina Ramos

Katia was an incredible source of support during my delivery and postpartum. Her calm presence, knowledge, and care made all the difference. She provided unwavering encouragement, practical guidance, and emotional reassurance every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

— Favour Odu

My prenatal class with katia was beyond helpful. I did 9 prenatal classes with my hospital and was in class sizes between 300-500 people via zoom. It wasn’t personal, felt like a needle in a haystack, questions weren’t answered or in depth. Katia made the experience very easy to follow, gave multiple examples and clarifications on anywhere I needed help with. She had items and props to demonstrate different practices I needed to follow or try. Adapted her teaching style to my learning, which I appreciated immensely. Made me feel empowered, knowledgeable and confident with my birth plan, postpartum education, what to do when baby comes home, hospital tips, what to ask for, look out for you. Was the biggest help with my hospital and postpartum list of items to grab, things to prep, knowledge on what products would work best with my anatomy. I have serve anxiety about pain and not being able to manage pain during this experience and she has become my anchor to release that anxiety, rely on in times of despair. I’m thankful I got placed with her and value my experience with this class and the overall experience of her being my doula❤️

— Nicole Terris

Katia's support, love, joy and natural experience have been a massive support to my partner and I. From a dad's perspective I have witnessed how she supported my partner and gave her confidence and heartfelt support throughout the pre and post-natal period. She has also helped me hugely with everything from diapers, swaddling and bathing, to how to best support mum on night feeds and even how to ease baby's constipation. Katia continues to be a great support to us both as we navigate being first-time parents. She is truly part of the family by now! I cannot recommend her enough. She was born to do this.

— Mark Puddephatt

Katia is one of the most caring people I’ve met in my life. She thoroughly listens to your questions and concerns and you could tell she genuinely cares and wants to do whatever it takes to help. She has incredible bedside manner❤️ Thank you for helping me Katia! Anyone looking for a doula, I’d highly recommend her!

— Alyssa Tran

Katia truly knows her onions. Her level of empathy can't be compared. I would definitely recommend her services to as many that require it.

— Oluwatoyin Ikeson

I feel blessed to have met Katia! She came to my life when I needed the support and guidance the most. Katia was fully present prenatal, during birthing at the hospital and postpartum. Her presence and professional support empowered me to physically and emotionally sail through the through the postpartum period, helping me bond with my newborn baby and navigate the challenges of being first-time mom with confidence! Katia provided her unwavering emotional support throughout the birthing process. She listened to my concerns and validated my emotions, offered her empathy, encouragement, and a sense of calmness to alleviate my anxiety and stress. She is a mother figure to me and I recommend her 100%!

— Temi Berhe

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Katia! From the very first meeting, Katia’s warmth, expertise, and genuine care made me feel completely supported and at ease. She has a unique ability to create a calm and empowering environment, and her guidance throughout my postpartum journey was absolutely invaluable. Katia was always available to answer questions, provide resources, and offer encouragement when I needed it most. Soulful Doulas is not just a service.. it’s a partnership, and Katia went above and beyond to make sure I felt seen, heard, and cared for. I’m so grateful for her support and can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for an incredible doula. She truly has a gift for what she does!

— Calah Stephens

Katia is amazing, she helped me through a rough post-pardum anxiety as a new mom and Covid times. She became my daughter's grandma Rock. Katia truly cares and puts her whole being into her work and your family and child thrive because of it. She treats your child as if it was her own and when giving her advice and knowledge you feel educated and dignified by the way she speaks and helps you navigate this thing called motherhood Would recommend her any day.

— T. Higgins

I have had stellar experience with Katia, having her support throughout last months of pregnancy and labor has helped greatly to reduce my anxiety and worries. Katia has been incredible: warm, knowledgeable, professional, caring and overall a great source of comfort during stressful moments in and out of the hospital. Here are some of many things that she did for me before, during and post birthing: 1. Spent hours with us at home advising on pregnancy care, labor and baby prep. Provided hard copies of relevant information and data. 2. Was available for calls and video chats to address fears and concerns. 3. Offered alternative pain relief techniques like massage, breathing and walking exercises. 4. Spent 19hrs in the birthing suit with us, had not left my side till baby and i were safe and set for the day. It was like having your favourite aunt sister or mom with you, she cared for me and my spouse, making sure we are ok, documenting every important interaction/moment. Also assisted with the necessary bathroom care procedures, walked with me back and forth for hours, talking and guiding through contractions, sharing fresh fruit and making sure I was hydrated. Katia’s presence made the whole experience less stressful, she just knew the right thing to do, and when the moment came she was there to physically assist and help me do what i needed to get the baby on the way. Thanks to Katia we got some great candid photos of us before and after the arrival, I get teary every time I look through them. When we were being settled to rest for the night she stuck around to make sure I have everything I needed. Postpartum visit from Katia was godsend, she spent a few hours taking us through newborn care techniques and just giving us some good advice and emotional support. You can tell she truly cares and has put her whole heart into caring for her clients. ( Thank you so much, Katia you’re wonderful!)

— Mally Mal

We can't sing Katia's praises enough! Our birth experience with her was truly incredible. From the moment we met, Katia was a constant source of support, guidance, and love. She walked alongside us every step of the way, empowering us to make informed decisions and advocating for our needs. But Katia's support didn't stop at birth! She regularly checked in on us after our baby arrived, offering guidance and reassurance as we navigated the ups and downs of new parenthood ounce again. Her expertise and encouragement made all the difference in our breastfeeding journey, and her tips and tricks for baby care and managing with our other two little ones, helped us feel more confident and capable. Katia's passion for her work shines through in everything she does. Her energy is contagious, and her presence helped us feel calm and centered during a potentially overwhelming time. What struck us most about Katia was her genuine investment in our journey. She became more than just our doula - she became family. Her love, care, and dedication went far beyond what we expected, and we're forever grateful. If you're looking for a doula who will hold your hand, listen to your heart, and champion your unique vision for your birth, look no further than Katia. We feel blessed to have had her by our side and can't wait to stay connected for years to come. Thank you, Katia, for being an angel on earth! We absolutely love and adore you! Stephen & Elaine Lee

— Elaine McLean-Lee

I came to Katia for postpartum support with my newborn. She helped make my postpartum journey significantly more positive and I would recommend her without hesitation. She is a very helpful and loving doula. She always behaved professionally and respectfully and helped with her outstanding knowledge about newborns in all situations; breastfeeding, sleep etc. Her support was so comforting during a time when I was very insecure as a first time mom. Every woman and baby can be happy to be looked after by her.

— M. B.

Soulful Doulas were truly remarkable when my husband and I had our first baby in Toronto. We wouldn’t be where we are today (12 months later) if it wasn’t for Katia’s above and beyond care during labor and those critical first 3 months. Katia takes a holistic and caring approach to her doula care, which made our experience as new parents memorable and smooth and we are so grateful for that! Katia’s knowledge and expertise is nothing short of amazing, and she continues to be our brains trust - giving us her precious time to respond to our questions as we navigate parenthood for the first time.

— rebecca geary

Katia made me feel so comfortable and prepared for labour. During labour, she helped me advocate for myself in my hospital birth many times. Post birth she helped me heal both physically and mentally, providing my family support in more ways than one. I could not imagine my birthing or postpartum experience without her.

— Daria Livingstone

Ok so I had the pleasure of hiring katia to be my doula. What can I say other than she's amazzzzzziiiing, her professionalism and her nurturing spirit made my birthing journey less complicated than it was. Her reassurance made me feel like anything was possible with her by my side. I remember after getting the epidural while at the hospital; I was quite nervous and didn't know how it was going to react to my body, I remember feeling so cold, freezing almost. I remembered she asked me how I was feeling and I told her I am freezing, She says how can I make you feel better, I said can you hold me close until I am warm, she giggled and said scootch over, we both laughed and she crawled in the bed comforted me and massage me until I was warm enough and I fell asleep. I know she wouldn't do that with everyone but because I grew from client to friend it was easier for her to show me that type of love. if I have another baby she will definitely be my doula again as my experience with her was so sentimental it made me cry. I would definitely recommend katia to all my friends and family she is one in a million; I really love her she deserves a million stars if it was up to me, but I will start by giving her the highest Google has to offer which is five stars all the way lol :)

— Wendy Martin

Katia was god sent to us. She was my birth and postpartum Doula. I can’t imagine the care and support Katia provided us anyone else could ever do. She cared like a mother. Without her support I wouldn’t have been able to survive. She is a gem of a person with lots and lots of experience and knowledge. If I am having another, I will be working with her again, no doubt about it. Highly recommend her!!!

— Jamila Rupawala

Katia was our ‘back up doula’, she showed up in the middle of the night after being called last minute to support us. I had been induced and had been fighting my entire pregnancy for a VBAC when faced with everyone telling me that my body just wasn’t made for it. My first delivery was at the height of the first covid lock down and it left me alone in a room for far too long with a C-section and a newborn. It left me with birth trauma and a deep feeling of failure. After hours and hours of no progress we were told that most likely I would need a repeat cesarean. We are not religious people but we found ourselves alone, scared and without advocacy despite all of our efforts. We called family and asked them to pray for us .. 20 min later katia arrived. She arrived with confidence, knowledge and wasn’t afraid to ask questions- you could tell she was a powerful woman. She documented every baby check, blood sugar check and even caught when my epidural had run out. Just like my first pregnancy we had stalled at 7cm after 30 hours of labour. Katia held my hand in the early hours of the morning as I cried, feeling defeated and scared to go through what had caused me so much trauma the first time -I felt like giving up. She shared with me some of her story and In doing so reminded me of the strength and power of a mother. She told me to go to sleep and I listened. When I woke up I was fully dilated and would soon after have my VBAC and deliver my baby girl with her and my husband by my side. She took pictures of us in moments that I cherish and a few days later sent me a moment by moment recap of the hours leading up to the birth and the time of my daughters first cry. I don’t know if Katia truly understands that we see her as someone sent to us right when we needed her and how much her support changed my life. I have experienced so much healing since the birth of my daughter; mentally, emotionally and physically. My husband and I will forever be grateful for Katia. We didn’t necessarily choose her to be our primary doula but you should. Sending lots of love and support to you Katia !

— April Gazzellone

Mama Katia was the best addition to our labour and delivery journey and beyond. In the hospital, she dealt with staff so well, I got everything I needed without even asking. She was easy to connect, and we spent a lot of time talking about everything. She really understood my unique wishes and made sure they were all met. She was not only wonderful as a doula but also a truly amazing human with lots of experiences and empathy. Highly recommend!

— Arisa Yokomura

Katia is wonderful! She helped me during my post partum journey as a first time Mum. I enlisted her help one day a week to allow me to go to appointments, do chores, run errands or do self care. Each week she taught me something new in caring for the baby and helped me become a more confident Mum. My son Austin also loved her! I’ll be forever grateful for having Katia in my life.

— Sandra Renwick

Katia was incredible! She helped us through the first few weeks of having a baby. My husband and I still rave about some of the things we learned. Our lo has a strong foundation and we owe it to the support that Katia provided. She also helped me! I was in lots of pain after giving birth and Katia provided me with amazing advice to recover quickly. Could not recommend more.

— Kaylyn Sutcliffe

Katia is a warm, empathetic doula with a wealth of knowledge! She is happy to quietly let the parents take the lead with gentle guidance and support when needed, or take on a multitude of tasks to let parents regroup and recharge! Would highly recommend her service and support to any parent, new or seasoned!

— Florence Narine

I cannot overstate the importance of what Katia brought to our family at short notice with the birth of our son. We’ll be forever grateful ❤️

— Calvin Wilkinson