About Covenant
Mission Statement
I'm committed to empowering you by providing educational, physical, and emotional support during pregnancy, birth and early postpartum, so you can feel equipped and confident as you approach your birth day.
My goal is to work with you towards achieving a positive birth experience. I'll walk with you through the process of planning and preparing yourself mentally and physically so that you can banish fear and embrace the beauty of pregnancy and birth.
Why Did I Choose to Become a Doula?
My interest in all things “birth and beyond” was sparked from my own personal maternity experiences. I had three very different birthing and postpartum experiences. I’ve given birth in a hospital, midwife clinic and at home. I’ve been attended to by an obstetrician and by midwives. Through it all, I always knew I desired extra support.
Being trained as a personal support worker and as a practical nurse, I have always been in the role of caretaker to others. When the tables were turned and I needed to be taken care of, I sensed my need for additional support during labour, delivery and the postpartum period. During my second pregnancy, I was amazed by the support I got from a trusted loved one to accompany me as my support person during labour and delivery. It showed me how valuable it was to have someone who was focused solely on me to help me manage my discomfort and keep my mind focused through the different stages of labour.
But the challenges didn’t end there. Once home with my baby, I needed the assistance of someone who would empower and equip me to “mother” on my own.
Having close family or friends to help out occasionally was nice, but sometimes not exactly what was needed. Hence the motivation to become the answer to my own problem!
I love all things pregnancy, birth, and babies! I especially love standing by the one who makes it all happen: MOM! The connection between mom and baby starts at conception. Many people like to touch the pregnant mom’s belly or hold the new baby with little acknowledgement of how this may impact mom. To be able to aid moms through their journey to bringing new life into the world is one of my greatest joys.