Your Guide to a Healthy Birth Experience

It might start in the night … a little cramp in the lower abdomen that you don’t pay much attention to. And then there is a second 20 minutes later … and then a 3rd! You sit up in bed and wonder “is this it?! Am I in labour?!” It is very normal to feel excited when labour starts! Many of us hyper focus on the contractions (how can we not?) because we are so nervous, and excited, and ready to meet our baby! However, it's important to remember that early labour sets the stage

It's officially February which means we can start talking about all things chocolate related. Actually, scratch that. When is it not a good time to talk about chocolate?! When prepared using quality ingredients, hot chocolate can be a nutritious and supportive drink for pregnant and non pregnant bodies alike! Ottawa Doula and Ottawa Prenatal Nutritionist, Julia Davie, shares a nutritious and pregnancy supportive hot chocolate recipe you will love!

Having the right support can make a big difference in helping those early days of postpartum feel calmer and more supported. That is where an experienced postpartum doula in Ottawa can help. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to our wonderful postpartum doula, Candy De Jesus, and hear directly from her about what inspires her work and how she supports families during this transformative time. Ottawa doula. Doula Ottawa. Ottawa Postpartum Doula. Postpartum Doula Ottawa.