Home Birth Doulas in New Westminster, BC

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16 Home Birth Doulas near New Westminster, BC

Rachel Manaras

Surrey, British Columbia 26 years of experience

5.0 (3 reviews)

Rachel Manaras

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Hi there! I’m Rachel, a certified birth and postpartum doula. I support families through pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks of parenthood with calm, compassionate, and evidence-based care. My goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and nurtured every step of the way so you can focus on welcoming your baby with confidence, peace and a confident plan moving in to this new chapter of family life.

Recent review

I am incredibly grateful to have had Rachel by my side during the birth of my baby girl. From the very beginning, she was so kind, accommodating, and genuine, and she made me feel completely supported and cared for throughout such a deeply personal and transformative experience. What stood out to me most about Rachel is that her care never felt business-minded or transactional. She strongly advocates for women and is truly passionate about her job. She was attentive to my needs, flexible with what I needed in each moment, and always made me feel heard and respected. Her approach is holistic and extends far beyond simply caring for mom and baby — she takes the time to consider the entire family and that personally gave me a great comfort. I feel so fortunate that she was part of such an important chapter in our lives, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a doula who cares for the whole family with genuine love and intention.

- Chitra R.

Jessica Medrea

Vancouver, British Columbia 6 years of experience

5.0 (2 reviews)

Jessica Medrea

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.

Recent review

Jessica was an integral part of our birthing. She provided amazing support during a pregnancy, making herself available by phone, text, email and in person when we had concerns, or needed support. Jessica is an understanding, smart, reliable and supportive person who knows so much about pregnancy and birthing, and is able to provide advice and support as, you go through the adventure of childbearing. We feel so fortunate and lucky to have had Jessica as our Doula. As the supporting partner, when Jessica arrived during labor, she was able to take over the situation and provide my birthing partner with support and strategies as needed. Jessica knew when to give space, and when to take action, And was such a delight. After having our first child, I cannot imagine going through another birth without her. We are so thankful for everything Jessica. We are grateful for your involvement and Care

- Noah S.

Joann Christensen

Langley, British Columbia 5 years of experience

5.0 (19 reviews)

Joann Christensen

Hi there, my name is Joann. I am deeply passionate about birth work and understand that each pregnancy and birth experience is unique. My goal is to provide evidence-informed care that empowers families to make the choices that feel right for them. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish, which allows me to support families in the language they feel most comfortable with. When I’m not supporting families, I’m busy with my three children and two Frenchton pups. I love connecting with people, sharing knowledge, and helping parents feel confident and supported during this transformative time.

Recent review

Joann was such an incredible support to us throughout pregnancy, labour, and postpartum. Our baby is 6 months old now and when I think of his birth, I remember how amazing it was to have Joann there. I had a planned c-section after a very traumatic delivery with my first, so I knew I wanted a doula by my side, but also to support hubby in case he needed it. Throughout pregnancy, Joann was a cheerleader, always there to talk. When our little guy decided he couldn’t wait until his planned c-section date, Joann pivoted and met us as at the hospital as soon as we needed her. She came with her bag of tricks (lol) to help me through labour (a labour I wasn’t anticipating because of the scheduled c-section), which progressed so quickly, and she was so great at ensuring both myself and hubby were supported where and when we needed. She took beautiful pics too and stayed with us until we were settled in our room. The overnight visits were a game changer, too! We love and appreciate Joann, and couldn’t imagine what the experience would have been like without her! I’ve given birth without a doula, and with a doula - having Joann there was the experience any mama deserves when having a baby <3

- Brianne Colbert

Jill Colpitts

North Vancouver, British Columbia 20 years of experience

5.0 (14 reviews)

Jill Colpitts

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.

Recent review

Jill was a truly remarkable birth and postpartum doula, and the best support we could have asked for through pregnancy, labour, and the early postpartum period. From the start, Jill helped us feel genuinely prepared and confident. Her prenatal support was thoughtful and tailored to our specific plans and preferences, covering everything from labour expectations to newborn care and infant CPR. It felt like a private, customized baby prep course, and because of her guidance, we didn’t feel the need to take any additional classes. During labour, Jill’s presence was exactly right. She gave us space when appropriate but was immediately there when needed. When our labour didn’t unfold as anticipated, she was a calm, steady presence who helped us think through options clearly and confidently during a stressful and unpredictable experience. Postpartum, Jill has continued to be an invaluable resource. She's supported us through the emotional and physical ups and downs of early parenthood with practical advice, reassurance, and effective techniques for settling our little guy. Jill is more expensive than some other doulas—and rightly so. Her experience, time commitment, and depth of care are exceptional. We felt we received incredible value, and it was without question the best investment we made to support ourselves through this major life transition. We couldn’t recommend her more highly.

- Kelsey and Alex

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