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Liz Burns - Driftwood Doula Care

Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the first year of parenthood. My name is Liz Burns, Doula and Owner of Driftwood Doula Care. I am here.

I offer childbirth education, birth coaching, and support to parents during their infant's first year of life. Prior to becoming a doula, my background was in Psychology, mental health & addictions research, HR, mindfulness training, and, motherhood. I have always been fascinated by pregnancy & birth. Several things led me to realize that I was passionate about supporting people in their journey to parenthood: the births of my two children, my experience of two miscarriages, my experiences navigating the healthcare system, the stories I heard from others about their journeys to parenthood, and my personal experiences with anxiety. I am in the process of completing my certification with Doula Training Canada, and have been supporting clients since September 2022. I founded Driftwood Doula in November 2022. I want to support families in having a positive, empowering, and transformative journey to parenthood. I am an insightful communicator and I think deeply about things that are said to me. I am passionate about enabling my clients to feel heard and understood. I am organized, creative, candid, and proactive. Please reach out to me with any questions you have. You do not have to muddle through this unsupported.

04/12/2026

Black Maternal Health Week is a time to acknowledge inequities, centre lived experiences, and commit to change.

Birth inequities are real and ongoing.
Respectful, trauma informed care is essential.
Black voices must be heard and amplified.

Accountability in birth work requires more than awareness. It requires action, reflection, and advocacy.

Every family deserves equitable, safe, and compassionate care.

04/11/2026

Pets are family, and they deserve support during big transitions too.

With preparation, patience, and gentle introductions, many pets can adjust beautifully to life with a new baby.

A growing family includes everyone, even the four legged members.

04/07/2026

On World Health Day, we look beyond clinical care to what truly supports better birth outcomes.

Continuous support.
Informed consent.
Feeling heard.

These are not extras. They are essential parts of respectful, effective maternity care.

Better outcomes begin with better support.

04/02/2026

On World Autism Awareness Day, we recognise the importance of neurodiversity affirming care in pregnancy and birth.

Sensory needs matter.
Communication styles matter.
Personalised support matters.

Every parent deserves to feel safe, respected, and understood in their birth experience.

Listening is the foundation of inclusive care.

04/01/2026

Not everything you hear about birth is fact.

On April Fools’ Day, we are gently unlearning a few common myths and making space for informed, supportive care.

There is no single “right” way to give birth.

There is only your way, supported with respect, clear information, and compassionate care.

Curiosity is welcome. Questions are valid. Your experience matters.

03/30/2026

On World Bipolar Day, we recognise that mental health is an important part of perinatal care.

Perinatal mood disorders are real.
Support is available.
No family should navigate these experiences alone.

Reducing stigma begins with open conversations, compassionate care, and accessible support.

Every parent deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported.

03/22/2026

On World Water Day, we recognise the role water can play in supporting comfort and relaxation during labour.

Hydrotherapy.
Water immersion.
Calm, nervous system informed care.
Access to supportive birth options helps families feel empowered and safe in their choices.

Water can be a powerful ally in birth.

03/21/2026

On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we recognise that maternal healthcare is not experienced equally.

Birth equity requires systemic change.
Black maternal health deserves urgent attention.

Doulas can contribute to harm reduction through steady support and advocacy.
Accountability is continuous work. Listening is essential. Change is necessary.

Every family deserves safe, respectful, and equitable care.

03/20/2026

The first day of spring reminds us that every season brings new beginnings.

New babies.
New families.
New rhythms of care and connection.

Like the natural world, postpartum healing and family life grow slowly and beautifully with the right support.

Wishing a gentle and hopeful start to the season.

03/17/2026

Feeling especially grateful this St. Patrick’s Day.

Supporting families through pregnancy, labour, birth, and postpartum is a privilege we never take for granted. Thank you to every family who trusts us to walk alongside them.

Today we are celebrating the strength, resilience, and love that surrounds every birth story.

Lucky to do this work. Truly.

03/15/2026

On World Sleep Day, we recognise postpartum rest as essential healthcare.

Healing bodies need sleep.
Growing babies need rested caregivers.
Mental health depends on sustainable support.

Night support, safe sleep practices, and shared care can make the early weeks gentler and safer for the whole family.

Rest is not indulgent. It is protective.

03/11/2026

On World Doula Day, we honour the evidence behind continuous labour support and the quiet strength of steady presence.

Doulas do not replace medical providers.
We complement care.
We centre your autonomy.
Birth is clinical. Birth is emotional. Birth is human.

You deserve support that honours all three.

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Halifax, NS
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http://www.driftwooddoula.com/

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