Work with someone who truly understands what parents need to give birth - and it's more than just data and breathing techniques. By beginning from within, Jenel is a professional who weaves scientific knowledge and concrete coping strategies with heart-centred, creative exploration to provide parents with authentic preparation for the transformative initiation of the childbearing experience.  Birth support services are for those who know that self-inquiry, connection with their partner, building community with others, and taking risks are part of preparing for birth and beyond. Of course, things like pain-coping strategies, nuts and bolts about how labour unfolds, and other practical resources are provided, but we also want to dig deeper.

If you feel a significant shift coming on, know that the transition to becoming a parent is a HUGE rite of passage and are drawn to this support, reach out today.  

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      It is acknowledged that unexpected events may happen during labour. Parents receive  support for any birth option which might be right for them, including free births, homebirths, use of epidurals or required medical inductions, and cesarean births. Our main focus during our time together is on education about physiology and the birth environment you will be birthing in, specifically its interaction with your biological patterns and how it could impact your birth experience. Partners are the priority here, enhancing their presence and building confidence in loving, practical support. 

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    With a strong understanding of medicalized birth and the hospital system, Jenel provides care outside the allopathic Western medicine lens as a Holistic Doula, a Traditional Birth Companion. She supports you through informational, emotional, mental and physical support. Birth support by a doula is scientifically proven to impact labour and birth positively. Birthing families hire for a TBC for many reasons: birthing outside the medical system, an alternative care system, continuous support, previous birth trauma, a history of sexual abuse, anxiety, fear of birth, mental health challenges, or seeking a different approach to birth through up-to-date information and continuous support throughout the process. 

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     My role in birth does not duplicate or circumvent medical professionals' purpose. My role in the birth space is not that of a visitor. How I engage in the birth is not replicated by a spouse, partner, other family members, or medical professionals. My mandate is the well-being and comfort of the mother, baby and their partner. However, they choose to give birth. As a TBC, I will help you feel in control and work with you to facilitate important communication with your medical team. Together, we work to ensure families understand what is happening and what questions they can ask while providing reassurance, calming anxieties and fears, and offering consistent hands-on physical support to relieve pain, fear and tension.

     Jenel's experience and wisdom over a decade in birth and bodywork will ensure accurate and evidence-based knowledge. It allows her to utilize specific massage techniques to align your pelvis to help encourage the smooth passage of the baby through the birth canal. With breathwork, kind words that motivate and promote optimal body position, natural remedies (optional) and hands-on support, you will feel fully supported throughout your pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

     "Nearing 3 years of being in Jenel’s space, she never ceases to amaze me with her ever-expanding wisdom and depth of the sacred feminine and connection to women’s bodies." Tanys

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     I am looking out for expectant parents or couples who want to make their birth experience a cherished memory. I am passionate about educating mothers and their partners on all their options regarding birth. I have many references from past families and other birth professionals.

    Don't hesitate to contact me today to learn more about how our services can benefit you during your labour and birth—getting you aligned for birth.