Toronto, York, & Durham

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Emma - Birth Doula

Meet Emma, a devoted and creative doula whose passion for supporting families has been lifelong. Inspired by her dreams of becoming a kindergarten teacher, an OBGYN, and later a midwife (thanks to Call the Midwife!), Emma always felt a strong pull toward family care and birth work.
Alongside her love for birth support, Emma has a deep appreciation for art and creativity. She spent three years working at an art gallery, fully immersing herself in the art world. But even then, her dream of caring for families never left her heart.
In May, Emma made the exciting decision to leave her art gallery career and focus fully on becoming a doula. Now, she’s dedicated to her training and committed to being the best “birth bestie” she can be. Emma feels truly honored to support families through one of life’s most transformative journeys, providing compassionate care, encouragement, and unwavering support every step of the way.

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Liz - Postpartum Doula

Liz walks gently beside families in the tender season that follows birth, offering care that is rooted in empathy, warmth, and deep understanding. Based in midtown Toronto, she brings a nurturing and non-judgmental presence to every home she enters, knowing that sometimes the smallest acts of support can mean everything.
Her path to doula work was shaped by her own story — giving birth far from home and finding herself adrift in the vulnerable, uncharted waters of new parenthood. A decade after navigating postpartum depression, Liz now offers the kind of steady, loving support she once needed herself. With a background in education and public health, she weaves together knowledge and compassion to guide families through the early days with care that is both practical and deeply human.
Whether she’s tending to a newborn, listening with an open heart, or simply holding space for rest and healing, Liz’s goal is always the same: to help new parents feel seen, heard, and held as they grow into this new chapter of their lives.

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Poomeja - Birth & Postpartum Doula

Poomeja’s journey into doula work grew from a lifelong dream of becoming a midwife and a deep desire to walk alongside people through one of the most transformative times in their lives. She has always felt called to support others during pregnancy and birth, and becoming a doula has been one of the most meaningful decisions she’s ever made.
She believes that having a strong support system during pregnancy and postpartum is essential, and she feels truly honoured to be part of that circle of care—offering emotional support, encouragement, and reassurance every step of the way.
Currently completing her bachelor’s degree in Human Health Science, Poomeja brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective to her work. Outside of her studies and doula practice, she finds balance through reading, yoga, meditation, and knitting—all practices that help her stay present and connected. She also loves making and painting pottery, a creative outlet that reflects her nurturing and hands-on approach.
A self-described social butterfly, Poomeja thrives on building meaningful relationships and creating a warm, welcoming space for everyone she supports. Her friendly, open nature and genuine love for people make her a comforting and joyful presence during pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

Kaitlyn - Doula & Childbirth Educator

Kait is a Toronto-based (and happily travel-ready) doula who is passionate about walking alongside families through pregnancy, birth, and the tender postpartum days. With a warm, patient, and deeply supportive presence, she brings care, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to every journey she’s part of.
For Kait, being a doula is about so much more than showing up on the day of birth — it’s about listening without judgment, advocating fiercely for your wishes, and creating a foundation of trust and confidence that carries you through every stage of the journey. Whether this is your first baby or your fifth, she sees herself as your guide and biggest cheerleader — the steady hands and calm voice that help you navigate one of life’s most transformative experiences.
From early pregnancy support filled with information, resources, and reassurance, to hands-on comfort measures and encouragement during birth, and nurturing postpartum care once your baby arrives, Kait is there every step of the way. She offers thoughtful guidance on infant feeding (breast/chestfeeding or otherwise), emotional support as you adjust to new rhythms, and even a helping hand with household organization.
Kait can support families in English, conversational French, Portuguese, and basic Italian, and she delights in connecting across cultures and languages. When she’s not supporting families, you’ll likely find her exploring the world, immersed in art, or sharing good food with the people she loves.

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Laura B - Birth & Postpartum Doula

Laura is a dedicated birth worker based in Midtown Toronto, offering a gentle and holistic approach to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. She believes in the power of local community resources and the importance of preparing the mind, body, and spirit for birth in ways that feel safe, supported, and deeply nurturing.
Blending breath, movement, ancestral wisdom, and a touch of magic, Laura’s care is rooted in empowerment and compassion. She walks alongside families with warmth and intention—helping them feel grounded and confident as they prepare for birth, providing steady support and comfort during labor, and nurturing their well-being through the early days of parenthood.
Laura also honours the essential role of partners, recognizing that their love and support create a strong foundation for the growing family and a deeply connected postpartum experience.

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Nick - Naturopathic Doctor & Birth Doula

Nick is a naturopathic doctor and birth doula who is passionate about supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the early days of parenthood with a holistic and compassionate approach.
With a background in life sciences and naturopathic medicine, he brings a whole-body perspective to birth work, blending evidence-based care with natural wellness principles. His goal is to help families feel informed, empowered, and supported as they navigate one of life’s most transformative experiences.
Nick’s work extends beyond the birth space. He has years of experience in wellness consulting, emotional health programming, and community outreach, and is deeply committed to mentorship and building strong, connected support systems. Whether it’s offering education, advocacy, or hands-on care, he strives to create a safe, nurturing environment where families can thrive.
He is honoured to walk alongside parents and growing families, helping them approach birth and postpartum with confidence, balance, and a deep sense of support.

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Rosemelynda - Birth & Postpartum Doula

Rosemelynda is a certifying birth and postpartum doula with a rich background as a licensed midwife in the Philippines and as a certified Personal Support Worker. She is passionate about guiding families through pregnancy, birth, and the early days of parenthood, offering calm, compassionate, and reliable support at every step.
Rosemelynda’s approach is hands-on and nurturing, providing newborn care, overnight support, and emotional guidance to help families feel rested, supported, and empowered. She draws on her professional experience and natural empathy to create a safe and reassuring environment, ensuring that parents can navigate the early stages of family life with confidence and ease.
Whether offering practical care, emotional support, or guidance through birth and postpartum transitions, Rosemelynda is committed to helping families thrive during one of life’s most transformative journeys.

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Kana - Postpartum Doula

Meet Kana, your go-to postpartum support extraordinaire! With a passion for empowering families during the often overwhelming postpartum period, Kana is dedicated to helping you thrive. Whether it’s boosting your confidence with breastfeeding, ensuring you can savor a two-handed lunch (because we all know handling a sandwich with one hand is a challenge!), or facilitating those much-needed naps after sleepless nights, Kana is here to be your steadfast support system.
A true firecracker, Kana brings a vibrant energy to every home she steps into. Her fun-loving spirit is contagious, but she also possesses a remarkable ability to create calm in the midst of chaos. With a deep love for learning, babies, and animals, she is always ready to put a smile on your face—whether through a witty joke, heartfelt encouragement, or by gently rocking your little one to sleep when you're feeling too exhausted to manage it yourself.
Kana understands that every family’s journey is unique, and she is committed to providing the compassionate, tailored support you need to navigate this beautiful but challenging time. Let Kana be "your" person, helping you embrace the joys of postpartum life with confidence and ease!

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Nina - Birth Doula

Nina is a birth doula whose work is deeply rooted in compassion, strength, and connection. A mother of three and a former social worker with nearly a decade of experience in mental health, she brings a steady, nurturing presence to every family she supports.
For Nina, birth work is more than a calling — it’s a profound, transformative journey that connects her to the world in the most meaningful way. She is passionate about normalizing birth as a natural and powerful process, and is endlessly inspired by the beauty, resilience, and strength of birthing people.
In her language, Crann Taca means “a tower of strength” — a name that perfectly reflects the care she offers before, during, and after birth. Whether advocating fiercely for your needs, holding space with tenderness, or wrapping you in one of her famously comforting hugs, Nina is committed to being a steady, grounding presence as you welcome new life.
When she’s not supporting families, you’ll find her at the park with her children, dreaming up new interior designs, adding to her tattoo collection, or cuddled up with her cat.

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Sherry - Birth & Postpartum Doula

Hi, I’m Sherry — a birth and postpartum doula based in Seagrave, ON, supporting families throughout Durham Region, Kawartha Lakes, and the GTA.
After more than 20 years managing complex projects in the fast-paced world of IT, I felt called back to where my heart has always been: birth work. My journey as a doula began over two decades ago, and returning to this work has been like coming home. I offer compassionate, knowledgeable, and wholehearted support to families from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond.
As a mother of five, I deeply understand the joys and challenges of growing a family. That lived experience shapes the care I provide — grounded, nurturing, and practical. I’m especially passionate about supporting young families as they step into parenthood, helping them build confidence, find balance, and care for themselves and their babies with ease.
My approach is calm, confident, and culturally sensitive, meeting families exactly where they are and walking alongside them through one of life’s most transformative seasons. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I’m here to ensure you feel supported, informed, and empowered every step of the way.
When I’m not supporting families, you’ll likely find me spending time with my lively family and dogs, hiking in nature, or recharging by the water — my favourite places to be.

Shennae - Birth & Postpartum Doula

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Husam - Grief Support Coach

Husam Alsoufi is a grief life coach, author, and spiritual guide devoted to helping people transform loss into a path of healing and growth. After experiencing profound personal loss, including the passing of his beloved wife Shahnaz, Husam embarked on a deep inner journey that led him to discover peace, resilience, and the power of spiritual presence.
Through his coaching, Husam creates a safe, compassionate space where clients can process grief, release guilt or anxiety, and reconnect with their inner strength. His approach blends practical tools with spiritual reflection, guiding individuals gently toward acceptance, clarity, and renewed purpose.
Husam is also the author of Healing Through Pain, sharing his personal story and the insights gained through his journey of healing. Today, he works with clients worldwide, offering personalized one-on-one sessions and coaching packages that support emotional restoration, spiritual growth, and transformation.

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Emelia - Fertility, Birth & Postpartum Doula

Meet Emelia Rose, a compassionate birth and postpartum doula based in Oshawa, dedicated to empowering parents with the knowledge and support they need for their birthing journey.
Passionate about helping parents make informed decisions, Emelia believes that every family deserves to feel confident and respected in how they choose to welcome their child into the world. Her approach is centered on providing evidence-based information and unwavering support, ensuring that parents feel prepared and empowered every step of the way.
When she’s not supporting families, Emelia loves to unwind with a good book, a steaming cup of tea, and her latest crochet project. Her calm, nurturing presence makes her a trusted guide during both birth and postpartum, helping families navigate this transformative time with care and compassion.

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Wendy - Birth & Postpartum Doula

Wendy is a birth and postpartum doula based in Toronto and the GTA, offering gentle, compassionate support to families as they navigate pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks of parenthood. A mother of three — including twins — Wendy’s own journey into motherhood deeply shaped her passion for this work and fuels her commitment to helping families feel seen, supported, and cared for during this transformative time.
With a background in social work, Wendy has spent many years supporting children and youth, ensuring they feel heard and valued. That same nurturing approach is at the heart of her doula practice. Guided by kindness, empathy, and an unwavering belief in the importance of emotional support, she considers it a privilege to walk beside families through birth and beyond.
Wendy’s own birth and postpartum experiences, including a challenging cesarean with her twins and postpartum depression after her first baby, gave her a profound understanding of how essential care, advocacy, and connection are in those early days. This lived experience inspires her passion for postpartum support and drives her to create a safe, comforting space for families as they adjust and bond.
Known for her warmth and gentle presence, Wendy describes herself as kind, compassionate, attentive, and hopeful—with a good dose of humor and lightness woven into her care. Outside of doula work, you’ll often find her cooking or baking for loved ones, filling her home with candles and positivity, and dancing in the kitchen with her family.

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Melinda - Birth Doula & Dietician

Melinda is a dedicated postpartum doula and mother of four, bringing both personal experience and professional expertise to her work supporting families during the early days and weeks with a new baby. She is currently certifying with Doula Training Canada and working toward becoming an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), reflecting her commitment to providing knowledgeable, compassionate care.
With over 20 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian specializing in pediatrics and family health, Melinda combines evidence-based guidance with practical support. She holds a Master of Science in Community Health, formal culinary training, and maintains CPR and Safe Food Handlers certifications, ensuring safety, skill, and nourishment are always part of the care she provides.
Melinda’s approach centers on caring for parents so they can best care for their baby. Her services include postpartum support tailored to your needs, infant care and soothing techniques, evidence-based tips and resources, light household assistance, nourishing meal and snack preparation, and lactation and nutrition guidance for both parent and baby.
Whether it’s your first child or your fourth, Melinda walks beside families with compassionate, practical, and informed support, helping them navigate the life-changing transition into parenthood with confidence and ease.

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Terri - Death Doula

Terri is a Reiki Master and trained Death Doula with a calling to bring peace, dignity, and sacred presence to end-of-life journeys. Her journey into death doula work began while supporting her own father through his transition, navigating the challenges of dementia and the complex emotional layers that arise at the end of life. This deeply personal experience shaped her understanding of the care, compassion, and presence families need during these sacred moments.
Terri offers compassionate, holistic support that blends practical guidance with spiritual and energetic care. Her services include vigil companionship, legacy work, meditation, sacred ceremonies, and end-of-life planning, all designed to create space for love, connection, and meaning rather than fear or logistics.
Through a gentle presence, caregiver relief, and multi-day vigil support, Terri integrates Reiki, sound healing, aromatherapy, and crystal energy to hold a deeply supportive space for both the individual and their loved ones. Her mission is to ease overwhelm, bring comfort, and honor the beauty and profound healing that can exist even in the final stages of life.

Taylor - Birth Doula

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Tracy M - Birth & Postpartum Doula

Tracy is a dedicated full-spectrum doula whose warm presence, compassionate care, and deep knowledge help families feel supported from the first contractions to the tender early months of life with a newborn. She is passionate about walking alongside families through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, creating a calm, grounded environment where confidence can grow and new parents can truly thrive.
With expertise as a lactation specialist and new parent coach, Tracy offers practical guidance for feeding, sleep, and the everyday challenges of early parenthood. Her holistic approach prioritizes family-centered solutions that nurture healthy routines, emotional well-being, and balance. She also provides overnight postpartum support, offering gentle infant care so parents can rest and recover while knowing their baby is in loving hands.
In her work as a birth and postpartum doula, Tracy brings reassurance and strength to every stage of the journey — from preparing for labor and navigating birth, to helping families settle into their new rhythm with confidence and peace.
Beyond her doula practice, Tracy finds joy and grounding in writing, painting, meditation, and time spent with her husband and daughters — practices that inspire the creativity, mindfulness, and connection she brings to her work with every family she supports.

Laura K - Postpartum Doula

Laura is a highly experienced postpartum doula and newborn care specialist with more than 11 years of dedicated support for families as they welcome their newest members. With a calm, nurturing presence, she focuses on creating an environment where parents and babies feel deeply cared for, emotionally supported, and at ease during the tender early days of parenthood.
Her work has taken her across the U.S., Canada, and the Netherlands, offering her the privilege of supporting families from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and parenting styles. This global experience has shaped Laura’s belief in individualized care—she tailors her support to meet each family’s unique needs and values, ensuring a smooth, compassionate transition into life with a new baby.
Laura especially enjoys working in homes with siblings and pets, where she helps the whole family adjust and thrive together. Known for her warmth and steady reassurance, she loves nourishing those she supports with comforting meals (especially homemade soups and sourdough) while empowering parents to trust their instincts and feel confident in their new roles.
For Laura, postpartum care is about more than support—it’s about walking beside families with empathy and care, helping them embrace this new chapter with confidence and connection.

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Amy - Founder, Indigenous Doula, Advocate & Mentor

Hi there! I’m Amy, the Founder of The Collaborative Doula Collective, based in London, Ontario, but proudly supporting families all across Southwestern Ontario. I’m a proud mom of three, a devoted wife, an Indigenous woman, and a loving Auntie. As a full-spectrum doula, I’m honored to support families through life’s most significant transitions, including pregnancy, birth, postpartum, abortion, loss, trauma and grief, end of life, and death and dying.

Hi there! I'm Amy, the Founder of The Collaborative Doula Collective, based in London, Ontario, but proudly supporting families all across Southwestern Ontario. I'm a proud mom of three, a devoted wife, an Indigenous woman, and a loving Auntie. As a full-spectrum doula, I’m honored to support families through life’s most significant transitions, including pregnancy, birth, postpartum, abortion, loss, trauma and grief, end of life, and death and dying.
From the miraculous to the deeply challenging, I walk alongside you through the full cycle of Birth, Breath, and Death, meeting you where you are and offering personalized, compassionate, and client-centered care. I believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and empowered through life’s ups and downs.
I’m also a dedicated doula mentor, committed to guiding and uplifting other doulas as they navigate supporting families through these transitions. Community is at the heart of everything I do; I truly believe that to be successful in this work, we need each other. Whether it’s mentoring doulas, advocating for underrepresented communities, or standing beside families in moments of joy or heartache, I’m here to create a strong, supportive, and connected space for all. Let's walk this path together!

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Delanie - Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula

Meet Delanie, a compassionate doula based in Oxford County, supporting families all across Southwestern Ontario. As a mom of two energetic boys, she brings a wealth of experience from her background in social service work and running a home daycare. Her extensive knowledge of working with both adults and children makes her an incredible asset to the families she supports.

Meet Delanie, a compassionate doula based in Oxford County, supporting families all across Southwestern Ontario. As a mom of two energetic boys, she brings a wealth of experience from her background in social service work and running a home daycare. Her extensive knowledge of working with both adults and children makes her an incredible asset to the families she supports.
Delanie has a deep passion for providing exceptional lactation support and nourishing food options for families, understanding how vital these elements are to a strong start in parenthood. She’s dedicated to creating cozy, welcoming environments and ensuring everyone feels as comfortable and cared for as possible. Her mission as a doula is to bring back the village mentality, making sure that no one has to navigate their journey alone. With Delanie’s warm, comforting presence, you’ll have the guidance and support you need to feel truly nurtured throughout your birth and postpartum experience.

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Christina - Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator and Photographer

Meet Christina, a multifaceted birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and photographer whose kind, soft yet bubbly personality makes her a joy to connect with. Her unique ability to make people feel calm, beautiful, and supported shines through in both her doula and photography work.

Meet Christina, a multifaceted birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and photographer whose kind, soft yet bubbly personality makes her a joy to connect with. Her unique ability to make people feel calm, beautiful, and supported shines through in both her doula and photography work.
As a photographer, Christina captures the profound beauty of maternity, labor and birth, postpartum family life, and a baby’s first 48 hours with a gentle and intuitive touch. Her presence behind the camera ensures that these precious moments are preserved with grace and authenticity. Christina’s talent extends to her role in the collective, where she is the creative force behind all the branding photos, bringing warmth and life to the images.
In her doula practice, Christina’s supportive and nurturing nature provides families with a sense of peace and confidence. Her seamless integration of photography with doula work allows her to capture and celebrate the beautiful journey of childbirth and early parenthood.

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