Find a Newborn Care Specialist Near Me in Thornton, ON

As your dedicated doula, I take immense pride in providing care and assistance you can always depend on, ensuring you receive the support and attention you deserve. My focus is on building strong relationships with my clients to develop trust and ensure your well-being within a Christian-inspired framework. I most definitely support anyone, not just Christians, though! As an experienced doula and mother of four, I deliver expert, high-quality support and guidance to help you navigate the sacred journey of childbirth and postpartum. I am absolutely dedicated to doing all I can to help you achieve a positive and empowering birthing experience through my expertise and commitment. I believe in a family-centered, tailored approach to care, respecting and honoring your unique choices, desires and your birth journey preferences. My entire goal is to empower you in YOUR choices, but also to help you embrace childbirth with confidence and peace, with a supportive expert in your pocket!

Hi, I’m Heidi Jamal, and I’m here to support you through one of life’s most incredible journeys, bringing a new little person into the world. I believe birth is unique to each family, and my role is to provide calm, compassionate support, practical guidance, and a listening ear. I focus on creating a space where you feel safe, empowered, and cared for; whether it’s during pregnancy, labor, or postpartum. My goal is simple: to help you feel confident, supported, and celebrated every step of the way. I’m a Birth & Postpartum DOULA, plus a 200 hours Registered Yoga Teacher, in addition to a 100 hours in Pre- & Postnatal Yoga specialization. I am also a mom of two wonderful boys... 💕Becoming a mother, twice, in very different stages of my life, taught me that every birth and every journey is unique. That’s what inspired me to become a doula: to hold space for other women as they navigate their own beautiful, raw, transformative path into motherhood. If you’re preparing for birth or embracing the postpartum chapter, I’d be honored to walk beside you, with care, presence, and unconditional support. 🌿

My name is Nagham and I’m a certifying brith doula in Toronto. I have been drawn to the doula world after experiencing how beautiful, fascinating, and transitional pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can be. I come from a background as a wedding and event planner where I’ve helped couples navigate one of the big milestones in their lives. From my experience, I’ve developed a strong ability to advocate, a strong sense of compassion, and am able to provide a supportive shoulder and ear to help my clients as they bring their sweet babies into the world. I’m a mom to 2 wild boys and giant dog 🐶. I love exploring new places and have newly taken up running! I also rematch shows as a form of therapy, aka Friends.

Hi, I’m Sarah! A bit about me- I’m a birth, VBAC, and postpartum Doula working out of the Durham Region and the East GTA area. I’m also a proud mom and pride myself on providing non-judgemental care to the families that I’m lucky enough to support. I believe that with my support, families can pass the burdens of certain obligations onto me so they can focus on their families and strengthen their bonds with one another!

Hi there! My journey as a birth and postpartum doula began with a simple yet powerful realization: too many families face parenthood weighed down by fear, doubt, and isolation. My work is about helping you build confidence, trust your instincts, and embrace the beautiful, imperfect journey of parenthood with peace and strength. From the very first flutter of possibility through the tender, tiring, beautiful early days of parenthood, my team and I aim to be the bridge that helps families feel supported, informed, and empowered. My approach to birth blends practical knowledge with heartfelt care—nurturing nutrition, mindset preparation, and gentle body movement—so every family feels ready, capable, and never alone. When I'm not serving as a doula, you'll find me nose-deep in a book, wandering through nature, or soaking up time with my own family—the very thing that inspired this work in the first place.

Nijah is an artist and postpartum doula that was drawn to the world of birthwork due to her natural ability to nurture and connect with young children and their caregivers. Nijah began formally working with families as a STEAM educator for kids 10 years and under, and is a skilled teacher and tutor whose educational and lived experiences cultivated a compassionate and pragmatic approach to supporting families. She has a deep, personal understanding of the challenges that come with raising a child in challenging environments and an expansive background working with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, allowing her to be mindful of a client’s cultural or social values and potential barriers in accessing care. With this, her hands-on, intuitive approach to her work can fill the gaps to create a holistic care plan that is all-encompassing but flexible to accommodate a family’s changing needs.

As an experienced postpartum support professional with a background in personal support work and early childhood learning, I bring a calm, nurturing presence to families during the early weeks of newborn life. My training and certifications including Postpartum Doula Certification, Infant/Child CPR, Food Handler Certificate, GPA training, and foundational lactation support—allow me to provide safe newborn care, gentle feeding guidance, and practical household support with confidence and ease. I offer both daytime and overnight care, ensuring families receive steady, reliable help whether they need a night nanny to support restful sleep or hands‑on assistance throughout the day. With a strong foundation in early childhood education and tutoring, I also provide homework support for school‑age siblings, helping maintain routines and easing the transition for the whole family. My approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity, patience, and deep respect for each family’s unique rhythms and values. Whether I’m caring for a newborn, supporting early lactation and bottle‑feeding routines, preparing simple nutritious meals, assisting with homework, or helping parents rest and recover, my focus is always on creating a grounded, supportive environment where families feel confident, rested, and truly cared for.

Hi, I’m Janaki and I have over 1 year of experience as a nanny caring for children of various ages. I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing and fun environment where children can learn and grow. I am patient, reliable and attentive to each child’s individual needs. Communication with parents is important to me to ensure the best care possible. I am passionate about supporting families and helping children thrive.

Hi, I'm Jess! I'm a postpartum doula and mom of two, supporting growing families in the Toronto area. My goal is to provide calm, compassionate, judgment-free support so you can rest, recover, and adjust to life with your new baby. Whether you need an extra set of hands with your little one, time for a shower or nap, or help with the small tasks that can feel overwhelming, I'm here to help you feel cared for and supported.

Hello! Thank you for being here! My name is Kristin, I’ve been on a mission to encourage women to take back birth and own their unique stories through yoga, breath, reiki, Ayurveda healing and traditional remedies. *Please note I only companion women in births at home outside the system*

Free Refugee Nursing & Mental Health Support Program is here for you — virtually, safely, and with care that understands your story. Pregnancy, postpartum recovery, NICU stress, and adjusting to a new country can feel overwhelming. Many refugee families are far from family, unsure where to turn, and carrying fear and loneliness. We are here to walk beside you. Our free virtual services include: • Prenatal & postpartum education • Childbirth preparation classes • Baby care education (feeding, bathing, sleep, safety) • Breastfeeding & pumping support • NICU guidance and emotional support • Mental health counselling & psychotherapy. A safe space to talk when you feel scared, alone, or overwhelmed. • Ear acupuncture for addiction and anxiety • Get prescriptions for smoking cessation products, contraceptives, vaccinations, and APNO (all-purpose nipple ointment) • Guidance on vaccinations, contraceptives, and pregnancy planning • Connections to trusted community resources, clinics, and newcomer programs You deserve special care and someone who listens. We’re here for you — every step, every question, every moment. Reach out today and get the support you deserve. Please note that Manulife and Carrot also cover some of our services. Contact us for details.

Hi, I’m Tisa. I am a certified labour and Postpartum Doula and proud mom of six beautiful children. I consider myself to be a compassionate person who strives to help you and your family navigate this new exciting chapter of your lives. I strongly believe it is my mission to help you have not only a positive postpartum journey but to help better assist and equip you with all the right tools for success. My passion for birth work began 20 years ago after the birth of my eldest son. Due to a series of events that could have very well crippled me only made me stronger. I was very fortunate to find access to many great regional programs and I met someone who not only poured wisdom into me at a young age but believed I could do great things in this field of work. I will never let my birth trauma define me, rather it has shaped me into who I am today. I am dedicated to providing assistance, support and spreading the message that you are not alone. My role as your doula is to provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support. I am committed to empowering you to make informed decisions. The Postpartum stage isn't a race, it's about picking up the little pieces we may lose along the way. When I am not attending a birth or working overnight postpartum shifts, you can most likely find me in the comfort of my home surrounded by my family. My house is filled with laughter, playful banter, persistent chirps from my Lovebirds and Conure, yapping can be heard from the family Pomeranian; Mochi. I enjoy worship nights held by my church, reading webtoons, soaking up k-dramas and building miniature wooden puzzles and book-nooks.

Hello, I’m Rylee—a doula in training through Doula School Canada, with years of hands-on experience caring for newborns and infants, as well as supporting mothers during deeply vulnerable seasons. My background includes working in a maternal homeless shelter and as a private nanny, where I learned the importance of compassionate, non-judgmental support for both parent and baby. I am also proud to serve as a backup doula for a local collective, ensuring families always have seamless, reliable care. As part of my doula training, I am required to attend three births, including prenatal and postpartum visits. During this time, I am offering my services at a discounted rate, because everyone deserves dedicated support during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. If this feels aligned for you, I would love to connect and answer any questions you may have. Email: Ryleemckenzie14@icloud.com

Aarabi is a Tamil-Canadian who is certifying to become a full-spectrum doula and would love to support you in your birth, postpartum. fertility or infant/pregnancy loss journey. She is driven by a passion for equity and living with a chronic mental health condition herself, she knows how much it matters to have someone who really understands what you're going through at one of the most vulnerable times in your life.

Hello my name is Trina and I am a Registered Nurse and have 21 years experience in postpartum nursing. In the last 4 years I have transitioned to helping families by supporting them at home. I also support international families who come to Canada to have there babies and will be here for a short period of time. I am a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 1 and look forward to working with you.

Hi, I’m Patice, a full-spectrum doula serving Toronto and the GTA. Nine years of supporting individuals and families has taught me every person comes into pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with their own story, priorities, and idea of what support should look like. That’s why I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to doula care. My role is to understand what matters most to you and adapt my support as your needs and preferences evolve. Whether we’re talking through options during a prenatal visit, adjusting to unexpected changes in plans, finding ways to make labour more comfortable, or simply making space for a pause in the middle of it all, my goal is always the same: to help you feel informed, respected, and confident in the decisions you’re making. Good support isn’t about taking over. Support can be active in quiet ways. Sometimes it looks like breaking down options when things feel uncertain, so you can decide what feels right for you. Sometimes it looks like stepping back so you can focus on what your body and instincts are telling you. And sometimes it is simply making the space feel steady enough that you can pause and decide what comes next. The right support doesn’t draw attention to itself. It helps you feel more capable of navigating what is in front of you. Clients often describe me as calm, practical, and easy to talk to.

Hello! I’m Kashauna (Ka-shaw-nah), a trained Postpartum Doula, Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) based in Durham Region. My passion for maternal health stems from a deep belief that welcoming a baby is as much about nurturing a new life as it is about embracing the transformation of parenthood. As a mother of three vibrant children, I understand the joys and challenges that come with each stage of parenting, and I am here to create a space where you feel empowered, educated, supported, and deeply connected through your unique experience. With over a decade of experience in community-based work, I approach my role with care, intention, and a focus on building trust with the families I support. My philosophy centres on education and fostering connection, bonding, healing, and confidence—whether through the gentle power of infant massage, tailored postpartum care, or emotional support. Together, we will navigate this new chapter, helping you recover, adjust, and build a strong connection with your baby as you care for your family. My goal is to provide calm, supportive care, equipping you with tools and encouragement to embrace parenthood with confidence and ease.

Hi everyone, my name is Nancy and I am a Postpartum Doula, New Parent Educator, and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist. We have a team of providers at Anamav Postnatal Care who offer various services across the Greater Toronto Area (including Peel, York, Durham and Simcoe) as well as virtually. Our team includes postpartum doulas, lactation consultants, and sleep consultants and we also have strong referral networks with other types of providers. I started Anamav due to my own mental health challenges after having my first child, and now it is my absolute honour to support so many families during this significant time in their lives. Please feel free to get in touch if you want to learn more and if there is anything we can do to support you and your family!

Birth can be whatever you want or need it to be, and that's where I come in as your doula. Whether you want it to be empowering, transformational, peaceful, healing or you just want to get through it in one piece then working with a doula like me will make all the difference. I'm with you from start to finish, which means from whenever you sign until the end of the fourth trimester, to help any and every way I can. And as a big bonus I also do infant bodywork to help with all of those fun newborn challenges you keep hearing about, like feeding issues or colic. I love what I do and I'm sure you'll love what I do too.

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!