Providing Services in the
Mackenzie Region in
Northern Alberta:
La Crete
Fort Vermilion
High Level
What is a doula?
A birth doula...
Recognizes birth as a key life experience that the mother will remember all her life...
Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labor...
Assist the woman and her partner in preparing for and carrying out their plans for the birth...
Stays by the side of the laboring woman throughout the entire labor...
Kay and Flair Photo
A little about Wilma
Supporting women through pregnancy and birth has always been my passion. I have had the privilege of supporting over 25 births in the High Level.
My journey to becoming a birth doula began in 2007. I was living in Lesotho, and my neighbour at the time was an Australian midwife and I fed off of her passion for birth. She offered for me to come along to one of her deliveries...
A little about Brittany
My name is Brittany Derksen and I have always loved learning new things so when I was pregnant with my son I really started educating myself about pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum. I realized there is so much to know and I have a passion for it all!
For myself when labor started, I found it difficult to apply what I had learned because labor took all my focus. I’m sure this happens to others too. This said, I am so thankful we had a doula! Wilma made a huge positive influence on our birth experience! My goal is...
A little about Alicia
My name is Alicia Tabuavou. I am honoured to be serving women as a Birth Doula and a "Certified Breastfeeding Specialist". As a mom, I understand first-hand the value of having knowledgable caring support through out pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I am thrilled to be joining Wilma and Brittnay in supporting women and families in our local communities.
*Contact Alicia for her packages and prices 780.285.2495 or birthsongmaternity@gmail.com*
Services
With my birth package you receive:
1-2 doula prenatal visits in your home, where we begin to establish your desired birth wish/plan. I will explain the role of a birth doula in more detail. I will listen to any fears, anxieties, and questions that you and your partner may have, and help you come up with strategies that will help you. We will review what comfort measures you would...
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Alicia
Wilma is an absolute treasure! I am forever grateful for her wonderful encourgament and the time she took to listen to me throughout my pregnancy and birth journey. My husband and I hired her for the birth of our fifth baby...
Dayna
Wilma was amazing! She was such a warm comfortable presence in the room. She was so helpful beyond words, and does not take the place of your husband! As someone who struggles with anxiety I am so great full we had her with us...
I am a certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator, and I believe there are huge benefits to preparing and equipping yourself for your birth experience, that you will remember for the rest of your life. I teach along side our local Midwife Martha DeBoer. Please contact me for future dates and to register.
What to expect in Labour - comfort measure - positions - the unexpected - breastfeeding - What to expect postpartum
Childbirth Education
Dads & Doulas
What about the father’s role when using a doula? The role of the doula is never to take the place of husbands or partners in labor, but rather to complement and enhance their experience. Having a doula allows the father to support his partner emotionally during labor and birth and to also enjoy the experience without the added pressure of trying to remember everything he learned in childbirth class!...
Birth Videography
I believe your birth journey can be a beautiful experience. Why not capture your incredible strength, the once in a lifetime birth of your little one, and always be able to look back on these precious memories.
My ultimate aim as your doula,
is to create an environment where you feel safe,
a journey that will empower you,
and an experience you will remember
as your greatest achievement.
