Birth & Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Lake Cowichan, BC

Hi, I'm Monisha! I'm a Vancouver-based postpartum doula and Newborn Care Specialist with experience supporting newborns, children, and families in their homes. My background includes overnight newborn care, postpartum support, and several years of working as a nanny. I enjoy helping families navigate the early stages of parenthood by providing practical, hands-on support, whether that's caring for their newborn overnight, assisting with feeding and soothing, or giving parents the opportunity to rest and recover. I understand that every family has different needs and preferences, and I believe in providing care that is compassionate, respectful, and tailored to each family. I'm particularly passionate about overnight newborn care and helping parents feel supported, confident, and well-rested during the postpartum period.

My path to becoming a doula began with my own births. As a mother, I have experienced how deeply birth can shape a woman. My last birth, supported by a doula, showed me the quiet power of being held without judgment, without pressure, just steady, present support. It changed everything for me. I have attended seven births so far, each one strengthening my respect for this work and deepening my calling to walk alongside women as they welcome new life. I have completed my doula training through Douglas College, where I developed the knowledge and skills to provide thoughtful, informed, and compassionate care. I believe birth is not something to be feared, but something to be witnessed and supported through. A doula holds that space, grounded and aware, so the mother can let go. With one foot in the conscious world, we create safety, allowing her to turn inward, trust herself, and fully enter the experience. In that space, she returns to herself. She rises into her instinctive, powerful nature. This is the heart of my work. I am committed to practicing cultural safety and honoring every client’s unique background, beliefs, and lived experience. My goal is to create a space where you feel respected, heard, and fully supported, exactly as you are. I am there to hold steady, to protect the space, and to support you as you move through one of the most defining moments of your life. Through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and loss, my role is to ensure you feel seen, safe, and supported every step of the way. You can expect calm presence, emotional support, and gentle guidance when you need it most. You will always have someone in your corner. I am committed to continually deepening my knowledge and learning new techniques to better support both mother and baby.

I am a dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in Maternity Care, including Obstetrics, Labour & Delivery, and Postpartum Nursing, with more than 10 years of combined international midwifery and Canadian nursing experience. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver, specialized perinatal nursing education from the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), and a Bachelor of Science in Midwifery from a well-known medical sciences university. I have maintained strong academic performance throughout my education. Throughout my career, I have supported thousands of mothers and newborns during pregnancy, labour, birth, postpartum recovery, and the early newborn period. As a registered midwife, I independently attended a large number of births and gained extensive experience managing both routine deliveries and complex or urgent obstetrical situations. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-informed, and safety-focused maternity care while helping mothers and families feel supported, informed, and confident during one of the most important stages of their lives. I am available to provide professional maternity and postpartum support with a strong commitment to maternal and newborn safety, comfort, and well-being.

Hi I'm Aya (she/they)! I am a full spectrum doula providing support through fertility, birth, and postpartum. I am also trained to support abortion and loss. I have an background in somatic therapy and herbalism, and have an affinity for Asian and Mexican birth and postpartum traditions. I am mixed race of Japanese and European descent and am queer and non-binary. I love to support LGBTQIA2S+ families, and also provide accessible and affirming support for neurodivergent folks.

I serve clients seeking a positive birth experience in Vancouver, Burnaby and North Vancouver. My doula style is pragmatic, direct and non-judgmental. My clients have remarked that I provide a balanced mix of practical help and emotional support. My goal is to give new families knowledge and confidence about the childbirth process so they can go into it feeling positive and well-informed. I like to think of myself as the practical, evidence-based doula – with a deep reverence for the inherent magic of birth as well.

Hi! I'm Katya, a labour, birth, & postpartum doula serving the Vancouver (BC) area ✨. I provide compassionate, evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally-responsive care that is supportive, educational, and non-judgmental. You can rely on me for physical and emotional support, and to be provided with any and all information to empower you and your family to make informed decisions and play active roles in your labour, birth, and postpartum experiences. I will meet you where you’re at and support/advocate for your choices. I aim to offer nourishing care and come in with an open and receptive heart; to be present with you during your birth and/or postpartum journey and hold space for these sacred moments! In 2024, I received my doula training from Cornerstone Doula Trainings and I'm in the process of becoming a Certified Doula(!). I also partner with Brood Care, Western Canada’s most trusted birth and postpartum care agency, and I'm a proud member of the Doula Services Association of BC. In addition to my training, I am also CPR/AED and Emergency Child Care First Aid certified.

Over the past two decades, Jill has supported over 500 families through childbirth and the postpartum period and taught lifesaving CPR skills to over 30,000 students. She believes that having a cohesive community is important for families to thrive, and continues to collaborate and foster connections with many local practitioners to ensure comprehensive care for her clients. She teaches prenatal classes in the Vancouver area (and across the Lower Mainland for private sessions) and offers tailored consults to families prenatally, in the postpartum period, and also trains hired care-givers who care for infants. Her comprehensive Prepared Parents Package ensures that her clients are well prepared, informed, safety-conscious, and can develop community contacts throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Ongoing education is important for practitioners in all fields. Jill attends conferences across Canada and online to deepen her knowledge and skill sets. She also teaches her own courses to birth professionals around the country.

Hi, I’m Kristy Sawatzky, a postpartum doula based out of North Vancouver. I am here to support you through the first weeks and months of parenthood. My work is all about care, nourishment, and creating space — for you, your baby (or babies), and the rhythms of your new life together.

Hi, I’m Nicole! (she/her) I live in New Westminster with my rambunctious toddler, and my husband. We love exploring the outdoors and attending toddler playgroups together. I also love listening to podcasts and dancing in Zumba classes. I have completed both Holistic Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula training through MotherWit Doula Care, as well as the Step 2 Education Breastfeeding Essentials course. I’m so excited to also be a Prenatal Educator with Birth By Bloom/ Dancing Star Birth and teach expecting families at Pomegranate Midwives in East Vancouver. I am certified in CPR-C (trained in CPR for babies, children and adults) for your peace of mind. I have completed a mentorship from Morag Hastings of Apple Blossom Families and Dancing Star Birth. I strive to inform my clients, so you feel confident making educated, evidence-based choices to determine your value system for your birthing experience. I will honour and support those values, encouraging you to root into your instincts and trust your body throughout this physiologic process. I create space to acknowledge the transformation into parenthood and support your family so you feel grounded throughout this time of transition. At your birth, I tune into you and your support people to anticipate your needs, and take care of small details in maintaining the environment, to promote a more nurturing space for you all. I also offer postpartum support to help your family adjust during the postpartum period.

As your doula, I’m here to help you enter the birth of your dreams with curiosity, clarity, confidence, and a sense of calm. I will empower you to be educated, (but not overwhelmed) by your options, so that you can trust in yourself and connect with your mind and body. This is YOUR unique birth story, and I’m here to guide you in a way that feels authentic to you. I will be right by your side tuning into YOUR NEEDS with a treasure chest of comfort measures and soothing techniques that support you both physically and emotionally. With a balanced mix of encouragement, motivation, breathing strategies, movement or stillness, and positive energy, I will strive to ensure you always feel cared for, heard, respected, and understood.

Hello, my name is Ariel Taylor, and I am passionate about supporting and advocating for families through my work as a doula. With a strong educational background in psychology and a Master's in Legal Studies specializing in Healthcare and Technology Compliance, I bring a unique perspective to my role. My journey has been driven by a commitment to ensuring that all families receive the highest standard of care and support during one of the most significant times in their lives. My experience in healthcare compliance ensures that I am well-versed in maintaining the highest ethical standards and safeguarding the privacy and well-being of those I serve. Beyond my formal education, I have dedicated myself to understanding and implementing trauma-informed care practices. This approach allows me to provide compassionate and empathetic support, recognizing the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the families I work with. As a Crisis Counselor at The Trevor Project, I have honed my skills in providing emotional support and crisis intervention, which are critical in helping families navigate the complexities of childbirth and postpartum care. My goal as a doula is to be an advocate for you and your family, ensuring that your needs and preferences are respected and that you feel empowered and informed throughout your birthing journey.