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Kaitlyn Penner - Doula

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Kaitlyn Penner - Doula

-Labour + Birth Support
- Focused on birth education + information
- Booking selection 2025 due dates
- Chilliwack & Abbotsford
🚫Not medical advice🚫

Hello there! 👋 I'm Kaitlyn, a proud single mama of two amazing girls, Lauren and Aubrey. By day, I'm the efficient office manager at The Chiropractic Studio and Case Family Chiropractic, and by heart, I'm a passionate doula serving the Chilliwack and Abbotsford communities. With a unique upbringing as the oldest sister of nine, I've been immersed in the world of birth and children from the start. Conversations about birth and nurturing young ones are second nature to me. I hold a deep respect for mothers who champion their birth experiences on their own terms. My approach to birth is holistic, rooted in the belief in the power of physiological birth. I strive to create nurturing spaces where birthing moms feel heard and supported in their choices. Providing a range of comfort measures and coping mechanisms is integral to my doula practice, ensuring a serene birth experience. I'm honored to be part of various birthing journeys, whether they take place at home, in a hospital, or in a freebirth setting. If you're planning a homebirth outside of Chilliwack and Abbotsford, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'm here to support you wherever you choose to welcome your little one into the world. 🌟

Let's connect and embark on this incredible journey together! Feel free to message me if you have any questions or if you'd like to explore how I can support you during this beautiful chapter of your life. 💖🤰

10/06/2025

The time has come to hang up the doula hat.

Clients who have booked for 2026 will continue to recieve doula care 🤍

This decision was a spiritual one. I have been asking God what is next. Jesus knows I enjoy birth and its processes however, this work was not one that the Lord directed me to - I tasked myself with the social media platform, I tasked myself with goals to help a certain number of families. I thought the Lord wanted me to have this fee structure of "pay what you can," but it actually was a means to get my attention that this wasn't a calling to pursue - full stop. I have been directed to a scripture passage that really helped me surrender this business and close it down -

"Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:29-30.

There are righteous tasks and doula work is not a righteous task for me - this was an avenue for growth in faith. When Jesus opens the door, I have learned that those opportunities are easy to bear, the "yoke," is easy. A yoke in the passage is what oxen are connected to during plowing. When two oxen are attached, the process is easier, it's not burdensome. There is a refining coming and while I love birth, the Lord has opened new doorways for me that are where God wants me. I was also led to close my other business page and surrender that to the Lord too.

This is a see ya later - I'm still around just not in practice of doula work. I still love doula work, this chapter is only ending. I love Jesus a lot more than doula work and obedience to Jesus often leads to something I could never imagine. So I'm ending this with palms wide open, ready for the Lord to send me.

Isaiah 6:8

09/10/2025

I can't promise new parents that they'll love every moment of parenthood but what I can guarantee is there will never be dull moments.

As a mom, I am always on my toes. I have to be ready for all the random things that parenthood throws at me. Whether it's waiting in the ER for 5+ hours, getting my child out from being wedged into unpredictable places, hearing super random thoughts from my children, boiling over supper because I have to undo buttons on clothes so the kiddo can go p*e, or waking up to less than 3 inches of pillow and mattress because the munchkins have found solace in my bed. Nothing prepares you for this and it's the most wild, amazing time.

In a world that tells moms, "just wait till..." and then inserts all the "bad," things that parenthood can bring, change the narrative. Before motherhood, I had a super structured life, most of my life was pre-scheduled but now with kids, the schedule seems open and spontaneous. I don't plan a bunch because the best plans are the ones we have made in the moment. 8am beach days this summer, pancakes for supper, blanket fort movie nights and so many more. Adapt and have fun 😁 the best moments of my life are when I'm with my kids. And when I think I've reached the best point of motherhood, there is always something else that tops that to make this journey even better 🎊

09/09/2025

Okay my friends - I was a new doula once. Some of these things aren't necessarily for the clients support but for your own - cuz you also matter when helping a family 😁 if you're a new doula or new to birth work, these could be helpful for you.

Peanut Balls - not sure if this is standard at all our hospitals here in the valley but Chilliwack General and Abbotsford Regional all have peanut balls and exercise balls ready at your request. So if you want to use one, just ask them 💪🏻

Twinkle Lights - For those who couldn't have a home birth but want the room to feel more like home - invest in good battery operated candles, not twinkle lights. Outlets are sometimes not in the best spots and painters tape doesn't keep them on the walls.

Coffee - Most of us love coffee but at 2am when mom is in active labour and being in her face, not always the best move. Instead, opt in for breath mints and just bring water. Brush your teeth before flying out the door to support a family 🦷 gum is cool but remember, chewing gum in a labouring moms face can be annoying.

Make good shoe choices - Wearing crocs, flip flips, clunky sounding shoes is a 0/10 on the scale. I never know how long I'll be in a birth for; planning for the long haul is necessary. Extra socks is key - I have gotten amniotic fluid in my shoes before so extra socks and other shoes can be helpful to change into after.

Only 1 Hair Tie - I was blessed to have hair that requires two pony tails to stay in 🙃 with that said, when they break, we're done for. Usually I carry two with me but the one time I brought one, it was game over really quick. So bringing extra hair ties (bring at least 5), a head band can be helpful for you so you don't have the fly-aways in your face.

If you've been in the birth world for awhile, what have you added to your doula bag that has been helpful for you? What have you removed from your bag that hasn't been so helpful? What is currently working well for you?

Drop a comment below and let me know ⬇️⬇️

09/04/2025

This was the first July and August where I took no births. It was weird but so so good!

We spent a ton of time outside and built new friendships. The girls and I went to Alberta to visit family at the end of July and then mid August, my mom was in the hospital undergoing surgery so duty called to go help out. Two Alberta trips within 2 weeks of each other - it was wild and not planned. Mom's surgery went so good and it was wild to walk out of the hospital with 7 of my siblings, my dad, and mom in the wheel chair. Praise the Lord for what's been a good recovery and for the doctors who had wisdom to make this a success.

The girls and I really enjoyed our beach days - paddle boarding and they were along for the float rides. It was the first time I saw Chilliwack Lake and paddle boarded on it. Such clear water and white sand, it was not what I expected for being so close to Chilliwack. I also had a birthday and my closest friend planned a party and bought me a cow balloon 🐄 you can take the girl outta Alberta but can't take Alberta outta her.

My friends and I went to Seattle for a day in July and went up the Space Needle and for Chick Fil A afterwards. We also love Target! I got my nexus card too so yay for no border line ups ✌🏻

Now we're into fall months and I have a client giving birth in a few short weeks. I am also doing classes at the university and finishing my bachelor's degree. My bookings won't be so open in 2026 but I am so excited for a couple initial consults within the next couple weeks for 2026 families 😁

Happy September ✨️

08/07/2025

What is hyperemesis gravidarum? The short answer, very severe morning sickness that includes weight loss, severe dehydration, and can become dangerous to the growing fetus (baby).

You should seek medical attention when there is:
‼️Severe nausea and vomiting
‼️Signs of dehydration (dark urine, dry skin, weakness, lightheadedness, or fainting)
‼️Unable to tolerate any fluids for over 12 hours
‼️Lightheadedness or dizziness, or feeling confused
‼️Blood in the vomit
‼️Abdominal pain
‼️Weight loss of more than 5 pounds or 2.7 kilograms (Weigh yourself regularly to watch for excessive weight loss)

HG is not common and should be taken seriously. Even if you haven't seen a midwife/doctor early in your pregnancy and you suspect HG, it's always a good idea to seek medical care.

08/04/2025

Got re-certified in first aid a few weeks ago.

Random fact - I took my emergency medical responder course in 2017 through NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology). I wanted to be a paramedic. Unfortunately, the red tape in BC was wild and I'd have to practice down from what I learned in Alberta at an EMR level. Maybe one day we will go back down this road but for now, we stick with the basics ✌🏻

08/01/2025

Having a blast here in Alberta 👌🏻

I also learned through the Park's Canada official that you're not supposed to paddleboard or use non motorized watercraft in National parks. They're trying to keep out invasive species. So our paddleboarding on the lake was cut short but for good reason; you don't know what you don't know. Check national park websites before going out on the water.

Despite that hiccup, we had a lot of fun. National Parks are free admission this summer because of our Federal Government, yay! Get out there and enjoy the country my friends. It's a lot of fun ✌🏻

07/28/2025

Taking a much needed break after not taking time off all year.

My immediate family is all in Alberta and each summer, we road trip to see everyone. Yesterday, we caught the most amazing rainbow at the farm.

More photos to come of our trip - ohh and I saw cows 🐄 I love cows!!!

07/01/2025

Today, my baby turns 4 ☀️🎊

I remember beginning labour with her at 3.45am, not thinking I was in labour but that I had to use the bathroom 💩 I went to lay down again to try to sleep but the cramps were still there. I didn't really clue in that I was in labour - I thought that maybe I had food poisoning or something like that. I ended up hanging out in the bathroom that whole morning. I eventually had a bath and called my midwife and texted my doula. I called the midwife again around 8am and she said to head into the hospital for 9am so that's what I did - I texted the doula to meet us there.

On the L&D floor, the midwife checked me and I was between 6cm-7cm by 9.30am. The doula came in so happy and excited - she came to my head and cheerfully said, "you're gonna have a baby, you're gonna have a baby," in a sing-songy voice. It was really pleasant ☺️ we transferred into a birthing suite and labour progressed. I hungout in the shower for most of the labour. According to my birth records, I was at 10cm at 1.20pm, my water broke shortly thereafter on its own and Aubrey was born at 2.29pm ✨️👏🎂 I could officially mark unmedicated VBAC off my list of things to accomplish 💪🏻 10/10 would do again!

And for 4 years now, Aubs has grown and become an amazing kid. She is sensitive, loving, gentle and soft spoken. We love her so much 🤍

06/30/2025

Let's chat postpartum ☀️

Many birthing and hospitals say that postpartum is 6 to 8 weeks after childbirth. While that seems well meaning, it's not exactly accurate.

Postpartum is subjective - meaning it's largely based on your own experience and feelings. Women undergo a lot after birth. The emotional shifts, the body changes, navigating the newborn stage, lack of sleep, and many more changes.

Bounce back culture sucks! While influencers try to share that they're in their size 6 jeans 4 days after birth, this isn't everyones normal. The fact that our southern neighbour's only get 6 weeks of leave after birth is wild to me - the body isn't healed yet but the expectation is to be "superwoman," and work like you don't have kids but then raise kids like you don't have a day job. I get heated about this because even when I had a partner, the expectation was that after 6 weeks, everything was good as if our lives never changed at all. Furthermore, you don't need to have səx with your partner after 6 weeks if you don't feel like you're ready. Take time to heal too and communicate with your partner about your feelings and your healing ✨️

Childbirth changes you. It changes how you view nearly everything in life. It's not just pushing a baby out of your va**na or undergoing abdominal surgery to birth your baby. Postpartum isn't linear and it's not confined by a 2 month window.

**nalbirth

06/27/2025

It's my daughters birthday weekend and we're reminiscing of being 40 weeks pregnant in the heat wave of 2021 - it was high temps of 43 degrees and higher. It was awful being pregnant in that but we survived. I went 41 weeks + 1 day with Aubrey and she is my VBAC babe 💓 this photo is from June 23rd, 2021 and sweet Aubs was born July 1st.

I did 3 sessions of acupuncture leading to the birth. We didn't have air conditioning so the sessions were relaxing and helped cool down. I felt like a beached whale 🐋 but was anticipating my first labour and everything that came with it.

So now, I'm nearly 4 years postpartum. I am still growing into motherhood. I am still learning about motherhood and how I parent my children. I am not an expert on parenthood but I am an expert on my own children and what makes them click. I don't particularly love pregnancy but I love giving birth. In 4 days, my baby will be 4 years old - my body has been through a lot but my body created my children and that has impacted my life forever.

06/24/2025

Hey!!

There are some new faces here and so we are doing an intro. It's me, Kaitlyn and I am a mom of two wonderful daughters. I am also a single mama + happily doing the single mom gig ✌🏻

Some fun things about me:
☀️I am the 2nd oldest of 10
☀️Grew up in Southern Alberta - will always be a prairie girl at heart
☀️I am an immigrant to Canada
☀️I own two businesses 💪🏻
☀️I have faith ✝️ and that is a big part of me and my family
☀️I am a black coffee drinker ☕️
☀️In the summer, you will find me paddle boarding and road tripping with my Bronco

I like birth but I like people more. If you need a friend or desire community, my DM's are always open. Life is not meant to he done alone so my hope is to be a village and friend to others like so many have done for me.

Cheers ✨️

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