Kristin Heywood

Halton Hills, Ontario

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kristin Heywood

10 years of experience

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*

Recent review

Dearest Kristin, I am writing you to thank you for the gift you have given my family, myself specifically. It was a no brainer investing in a doula for this second pregnancy, and everyone was right - we had no regrets picking you! A clear comfortable contract didn’t prepare me for the support you provided. Though we hired you for post-partum care, you were a support during my very hard pregnancy. You provided me validation, connection, spiritual healing, not to mention the massages my body so desperately needed! Deciding whether to be induced was a huge mountain for us. I was high risk and my body had enough. You helped me understand my decision with love and compassion. You were so flexible with scheduling to respond to my extended hospital stay. You supported me through the phone and I felt safe leaving the hospital to come home to your care. A day with you nourished our family physically and spiritually. We were so shattered from the trauma of the birth and extended stay in the hospital. You supported our sleep, eating, and encouraged ways for us to connect while we were transitioning to a bigger family. Cooking for us, cleaning for us, yoga with my toddler while my husband and I could regroup. Having you for a few overnights helped so much with my healing and recovery. I am so grateful for investing in my recovery and choosing you. Anna

- Anna A.

Grace Jose

Oakville, Ontario

Grace Jose

19 years of experience

Grace is the proud founder and owner of Graceful Birth Doula Services Inc. in the Greater Toronto Area. She is a professionally Trained and Certified Labour Doula, Postpartum Doula, Certified HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Educator, and an Association of Placenta Preparation Arts (APPA) Certified Placenta Specialist. She is a member in good standing of APPA, and the HypnoBirthing Institute. Grace has been a doula for over 19 years, attending more than 300 births and supporting thousands of families through all her modalities and her incredible, hand-picked team. She understands the anxiety and confusion that can sometimes be associated with childbirth and becoming a new parent. This is why she is so passionate about sharing her knowledge, skills, and experience with others during this wonderful but sometimes overwhelming transitional stage of life. Grace feels that with the proper support, women have a great chance of having a wonderful postnatal experience. Grace is the proud mom of three adult children and a grandma to four! She volunteers at Heartland, A Church Connected. Grace also enjoys playing sports and travelling. Contact her today for more information on how a Graceful Birth Professional can improve your birth and transition to parenthood.

Isabel Nantaba

Oakville, Ontario

5.0 (1 review)

Isabel Nantaba

8 years of experience

Hello, my name is Isabel, and I am a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula based in Oakville. I support families in Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, Brampton, Mississauga, and Toronto. I believe every family deserves to feel supported, informed, and confident throughout their journey into parenthood. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and grounded in evidence-based care. I honor birth as a sacred and meaningful experience, and I aim to create a calm and supportive environment where parents feel safe, respected, and empowered to make choices that align with their values. My philosophy is to meet each family exactly where they are, offering non-judgmental support, clear information, and gentle guidance so you can navigate pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period with confidence.

Recent review

I cannot recommend Isabel Nantaba enough as a birth and postpartum doula. From the moment we met her, she brought a sense of calm, confidence, and compassion that immediately put me at ease. During labor, Isabel provided unwavering support, intuitive guidance, and gentle encouragement, helping me feel empowered and informed every step of the way. Her care didn’t end after birth; she was a constant source of support during the postpartum period. She helped me navigate the early days with practical advice, emotional reassurance, and hands-on assistance, making the transition to parenthood so much smoother and less overwhelming. Isabel’s approach is both professional and deeply caring. She truly listens, adapts to your needs, and creates a nurturing environment for you and your family. Choosing Isabel as our doula was one of the best decisions we made, and I am so grateful for her presence during such a transformative time in our lives.

- Geraldine N.

Candice Wyns

East Gwillimbury, Ontario

Candice Wyns

5 years of experience

I am an empathetic, caring, certified prenatal, labour and postpartum doula. I offer holistic care and advice to parents and families. I offer Forest walking, Motherwell parties, belly casting, and more.

jennifer drieberg

Aurora, Ontario

jennifer drieberg

17 years of experience

I’m a birth & postpartum doula and infant sleep consultant with 15+ years working with families. I’ve attended over 500 birth and worked with thousands of families caring for newborns overnight to allow parents to get a good nights sleep. Feel free to reach out for more information. 905-706-8358

Sarah Rioux

Port Perry, Ontario

Sarah Rioux

6 years of experience

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!

Daphney Webb

Barrie, Ontario

Daphney Webb

6 years of experience

Hi - I’m Daphney. I’m a fertility, birth, and postpartum doula. My doula journey unknowingly began as an infant and toddler nanny — a role that took me away to New Zealand, Australia, and Switzerland. Along the way, I discovered how much I love being part of families’ stories, and now I’m bringing that same heart into my doula work. Supporting moms, babies, and whole families lights me up, and I’ve dedicated my career to this calling. My dream is to offer the kind of nurturing care I imagine receiving myself one day as a mother. I offer birth, postpartum and fertility support in the Barrie, Simcoe County, York Region, & Vaughan/Toronto area! With love, 
Daphney

Nadine  Ross

Whitby, Ontario

Nadine Ross

10 years of experience

I'm a mother of four amazing daughters, and have been working as a full time birth and postpartum doula since 2016. As a doula I believe education and support, and love helping all parents meet their goals and gain the confidence they need for the journey ahead. I support all types of births and have a beautiful inter professional relationship with doctors, nurses and midwives. I have working in all major hospitals in the GTA, as well as the Toronto Birth Centre and the Alongside Midwifery Unit at Markham Stouffville Hospital. My objective with all my families is setting expectations, supporting BOTH parents together and helping them make their birth and 4th trimester a wonderful memory.

Doula Duo Inc.

Barrie, Ontario

Doula Duo Inc.

7 years of experience

Doula Duo Inc., Elizabeth Boyd and Amy McNabb, provide services that support parents from pregnancy to early childhood. Our mission is to provide families with support, evidence-based information, and community connections throughout all stages of parenting. We are proud to offer services that allow for a continuity of care from birth to childhood. Whether we are providing birth, postpartum, or sleep support, our focus is always on mental health, self-care, and providing plans that fit your family's goals and parenting style.

Kashauna Bailey

Whitby, Ontario

Kashauna Bailey

8 years of experience

Hello! I’m Kashauna (Ka-shaw-nah), a trained Birth and Postpartum Doula, Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) and Childbirth Educator based in Durham Region. My passion for maternal health and pregnancy stems from a deep belief that the journey of 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, respected and supported through your unique experience. With a background in Sociology and over a decade of experience in community advocacy, I approach my work through an anti-oppressive and inclusive lens, celebrating diversity and ensuring every family feels seen and valued. My philosophy centres on education and fostering healing, bonding and confidence—whether through the gentle power of infant massage, tailored birth and postpartum care, or emotional support. Together, we will navigate this new chapter, helping you recover, adjust and thrive as you care for your baby and family. My goal is to provide calm, compassionate care, equipping you with tools and encouragement to embrace parenthood with grace and strength.

Tisa Waldron

Ajax, Ontario

Tisa Waldron

4 years of experience

Hi, I’m Tisa. I am a certifying 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.

Amy Li

Whitby, Ontario

Amy Li

21 years of experience

Hello, my name is Amy, and I am a Registered Nurse, Psychotherapist. I have been supporting pregnant families and babies for over 20 years. If you are facing challenges in getting pregnant, having prenatal anxiety or postpartum depression, you are not alone. These experiences can leave you feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and even hopeless at times. Starting a new family is meant to be a happy time in our lives - a new milestone and a new beginning. However, it could also create mixed feelings that can be debilitating. You have tried to cope, but things are still not getting easier. Although stress is a natural response, it could take a toll on your mental health when it persists for too long. I offer a safe and supportive space to help you explore your concerns and navigate difficult decisions. We work collaboratively to uncover effective strategies for gaining more control of your mental health, confidently managing complex emotions related to pregnancy or parenthood, and being more resilient in maintaining your mental well-being. When you are feeling anxious or depressed, please know that help is out there. Take action today, a new beginning is waiting!

Thornhill Doulas

Markham, Ontario

5.0 (9 reviews)

Thornhill Doulas

26 years of experience

Hello Everyone, we are Suyin Jordan, a certified postpartum doula, IBCLC. Certified New Parent Educator with a background in nursing and midwifery in the UK and Petra Nobel, CPD, CNPE and Certified Sleep Consultant, with a background in maternity nursing in the Netherlands. We are the co-owners of Thornhill Doulas. Pregnancy, childbirth and the first few weeks of parenthood is an amazing time in our lives. It should be about the birthing parent, partner (if there is one), baby or babies and what they want for this special time. However, in our fast paced and hectic lifestyles, it can often feel completely overwhelming, especially as more people are living further away from traditional family support. Having doula support will smooth your transition to parenthood- a Magical yet challenging time! We are ready to support all your childbirth and parenting needs, including lactation and sleep.

Recent review

I don’t even know where to begin in describing how grateful I am for Petra and the incredible support she gave me, my husband, and our son born in April 2024. She was, in every sense of the word, the doula of our dreams. We call her our 'fairy godmother.' We were first-time parents who truly didn’t know what we were doing. Petra walked into our home with a calm, reassuring presence that immediately made us feel safe and supported. Petra never made us feel judged or inadequate — instead, she showed us step by step how to care for our newborn, starting with the first step into our house from the hospital, and my question of, "umm, so where do I put him?". From there, she patiently taught us all the practical skills (feeding, burping, bathing, diapering, soothing, etc.), as we had no idea what we were doing. All the books I read while pregnant did not prepare me for the real thing. Petra prepared us for the real thing. More than the “how-to,” Petra gave us peace of mind. She answered every question with kindness and expertise. She normalized our fears, reassured us when we second-guessed ourselves, and reminded us that we were doing a good job. She also cared for us as parents. She encouraged us to rest, to eat, and to breathe. Her presence lifted so much of the anxiety from those early days and gave us space to bond with our baby rather than drown in uncertainty. Petra was everything we hoped for in a doula: knowledgeable, nurturing, reliable, compassionate, and endlessly patient. She went above and beyond. I can say without exaggeration that she helped us survive and truly enjoy those first weeks as a new family. Suyin also contributed to the post-partum support of our family as my lactation consultant. You really just don't know how difficult breast feeding is until you try it! Suyin helped me with latch, positioning, and confidence. Her visits at our home were comfortable and stress-free, and she helped turned breast-feeding into something I could actually enjoy. I can’t recommend her enough!

- Julie C.

Esther Herman

Vaughan, Ontario

5.0 (3 reviews)

Esther Herman

11 years of experience

Hi! my name is Esther. I'm a mom of 2, a birth and postpartum doula & Reiki practioner. I have a huge passion for helping moms and there partners during this amazing time. I have many resources which can give you in depth knowledge about all things related to pregnancy birth and postpartum. I am also certified in infant CPR. I believe in helping the birth mom and partner to achieve the best version of there birth plan and to have the most positive experience. I will be there for you at any time of day to support you and to make sure you questions are always answered.

Recent review

Esther is so kind and patient with us mothers and the baby she is caring for . She is amazing also with postpartum and all the anxiety as a new mum ! She’s there for you ! Day or night ! Always with a calm presence that’s you know you can do it ! Her knowledge and will do be there and so what ever she can to help is what makes her the best at what she does !

- Adira S.

Emily Rickards

Orillia, Ontario

Emily Rickards

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Emily Rickards and I am a certifying Labor and Postpartum Doula. I am located in Elliot Lake but serve from the Blind River to Orillia areas! I've loved pregnancy and babies for as long as I can remember, always wanting to be part of birth stories or stories of newborns. I believe every birth should go in favour of the family, however they'd like to remember the experience. Medicated or natural, I'll do everything in my power to make your birth the most calm, peaceful, and memorable moment for you and your family.

Hailey Kinnear

Courtice, Ontario

Hailey Kinnear

6 years of experience

Hi I’m Hailey 👋 I am so grateful that you landed here. Becoming a new parent or adding an addition to your family can come with many changes. As your Doula, my intentions are to provide you with unwavering support throughout pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

Mama Doula Canada

Toronto, Ontario

Mama Doula Canada

8 years of experience

Hello!!! We are a collective of birth and postpartum doulas serving Southwestern Ontario, Toronto & GTA, Niagara Region and Winnipeg (Manitoba). We are thrilled to provide evidence-based care during parenting journey! Get to know our team and learn about our services today. :) Warmly, Mama Doula Canada Team

Mandy Sounder

Toronto, Ontario

Mandy Sounder

13 years of experience

Hello and welcome! My name is Mandy and I am a certified Postpartum Doula dedicated to helping families find their footing during life with a newborn. My path to this work wasn’t just professional—it was personal. As a mother of four and a wife, I’ve walked the postpartum journey multiple times myself. I know exactly how beautiful, exhausting, and overwhelming those first few weeks can be. My own experiences taught me that families don’t just need advice; they need rest, nourishment, and a calm, non-judgmental presence to lean on. That is exactly what I strive to provide. Having lived in Germany and coming from a multicultural background, I bring an open heart and deep respect for different traditions and parenting styles. I understand that there is no "one right way" to parent—only the way that works best for your family. Whether you need support with newborn care, help getting a few hours of sleep, or just an extra set of hands to keep the household running, I’m here to make your transition smoother. I want you to feel cared for so you can focus on bonding with your baby. Let’s make your postpartum experience a time of healing and connection. I would be honored to support you.

Marj Wong

Toronto, Ontario

5.0 (4 reviews)

Marj Wong

12 years of experience

Hi there, my name is Marj — a birth and postpartum doula, a yoga/fitness instructor, an essential oil educator, and a mom of two! I am deeply committed to wellness as a holistic lifestyle. You're welcome to book a time in my calendar (https://calendly.com/marjwong/30-45min), I'd love to connect OR send a DM on IG @marj.wong As a DONA certified doula, I believe it is within each birthing person’s innate wisdom and ability to give birth. As well, birth should be an empowering experience. Throughout both of my own pregnancies, I practiced prenatal yoga, and I attribute my own remarkable birth experiences to my yoga practice and the HypnoBirthing method. From motherhood, becoming a birth and postpartum doula was a natural progression for me and I quickly found myself fully immersed in supporting clients through pregnancy, labour and beyond. It is in this role where I feel my intuition, guidance, and personal experiences to be incredibly supportive and valuable. The maternal period can be challenging, but with the right support, I know it can also be an incredibly joyous and transformative time. I am a diaper-free, breastfeeding, and HypnoBirthing advocate. I've been trained in many comfort techniques and tend to keep my approach educational and informative. With my help, you will gain the confidence to nourish and care for your baby and yourself in the best way possible. Chat soon and I look forward to supporting you!

Recent review

I have a positive experience with Marj is professional,knowledgeable, dedicated, compassionate, creative and so very caring. I can’t speak highly enough of her and how much peace of mind she brought me. I will highly recommend her

- Akinola A.

Mindful Mommy Doula Services Doula Matchmaking Agency

Toronto, Ontario

Mindful Mommy Doula Services Doula Matchmaking Agency

10 years of experience

I'm Gio Aiello, the passionate founder and CEO of Mindful Mommy Doula Matchmaking Agency. What started as a solo doula practice in 2017 has blossomed into a thriving community of 40+ doulas who have collectively attended hundreds of births and supported countless women. My journey from solo practitioner to leading a team of dedicated professionals has been incredibly rewarding, fueled by a deep commitment to empowering families with love, acceptance, and intention throughout their birth processes.