Meet Our Ottawa Postpartum Doula: Lylah Thai

The first weeks after a baby’s arrival are full of learning and love! While every parent’s journey is unique, it is very normal to feel a little bit overwhelmed at times. Healing from birth, navigating the new landscape of parenthood, earning the language of your new baby, figuring out feeding, and trying to get enough rest can be challenging. Having the right support can make those early days feel more manageable! That’s where a skilled Postpartum Doula in Ottawa comes in. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to our wonderful postpartum doula, Lylah Thai, and hear directly from her about what inspires her work and how she supports families during this transformative time.

Q: What inspired you to become a postpartum doula, and what do you love most about the work?

Lylah: During my first pregnancy, I was supported by such an incredible birth and postpartum doula. The support I received from them and the people around me made me feel deeply cared for and empowered during such a new and challenging journey. That experience inspired me to pursue this path so I can help other families feel just as supported and nurtured during their own journeys.

Q: What’s one thing new parents are often surprised to learn during the postpartum period?

Lylah: I find parents are often surprised by how different they may feel after having a baby, or how different having a baby is compared to what is shown on social media or in movies. It's easy to assume all babies and parents will fit that “picture-perfect” mold. In reality, every baby, and every parent, has a unique postpartum experience.

Q: How do you support families emotionally and practically in those first few weeks after birth?

Lylah: I like to provide reassurance that parents are doing an amazing job! It’s so easy to be hard on yourself during these vulnerable and often challenging moments. Having a postpartum doula validate and encourage them can help families feel grounded, confident, and cared for.

Q: What’s one tip you give all your clients to help make the postpartum period smoother?

Lylah: Self-care is essential! It’s easy to get caught up in parenthood and forget that just like the baby needs care, parents do too. Even small acts like a shower, a short walk, or a hobby you loved before the arrival of the baby, can make a huge difference in feeling balanced and nourished.

Q: What’s your “doula superpower”? That one thing clients always rave about or that you know you’re really good at?

Lylah: I’d say my doula superpower is tranquility. I find that calm energy can be incredibly healing and grounding. It has a way of bringing peace, even in the busiest, most chaotic moments.

Having an Ottawa postpartum doula like Lylah on your team can be incredibly supportive during those early days and weeks of parenting. From emotional support and practical guidance to having a calm and nurturing presence in your home, postpartum doulas make a big difference! Lylah is currently booking daytime and overnight support! If you are interested in scheduling a doula discovery call with Lylah, please reach out!