Vanessa Mack - Doula

04/29/2026

• Newborn 101 Class •

3 spots left for the June 17th class!

DM me or email vanessa@yourbirthmatters.ca to claim your spot!

Taking a break for the summer, fall Newborn class will be on September 16th!

04/28/2026

• Learning what strength looks like •

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04/13/2026

Is there anything sweeter than your brand-new baby, all snuggled up with their first diaper and tiny hat on? 🤍

One of my favorite moments at a birth is when the whirlwind settles into calm - the lights dim again, mom is feeling as refreshed as possible, and it’s finally time to hear that long-awaited number on the scale. I’m always so excited to find out how much these little ones weigh… and I love when the partner gets to do the honours of announcing it.

How much did your little one weigh at birth? Did it surprise you? ⬇️

04/09/2026

Thank you, Spencer

03/08/2026

International Women’s Day

I’m reminded how incredibly privileged I am to witness the strength of women every day. I get a front-row seat to the raw, unfiltered power that lives within us… the courage, the resilience, the vulnerability, and the fierce determination it takes to bring new life into the world.

I watch women dig deeper than they ever thought possible. I watch them face fear, push through intensity, and rise stronger with every breath. Supporting women through these moments is one of the greatest honours of my life.

Women are powerful. Women are resilient. Women are extraordinary.

03/06/2026

Big respect for this woman. Bringing vital midwifery care to life in our community over the last many many years ♥️

For nearly three decades, Joanna Norman has walked alongside families during some of the most profound moments of their lives.

03/02/2026

February, you were wild.

With Kayla off work, I had seven due dates on the calendar. At least one sick kid all month long. Many rescheduled work days. Closed daycares. Cleaning, purging, and prepping our home to sell.

It was full. It was stretching.

But we made it.

• Seven beautiful babies welcomed into the world.
• Classes taught. Groups hosted. Families supported.
• Somehow, I avoided all the germs and didn’t get sick.
• I’m not burnt out.
• And… we sold our house!

What February reminded me is this: I know I was made for this work.

Supporting families in pregnancy, birth, and those early newborn days fills my cup… even in the busiest seasons.

March, let’s go.

02/26/2026

…Continued…

During labour, I unfortunately don’t remember much but my partner said he or I wouldn’t have been able to get through without Vanessa. She was exactly what we both needed; comfort and full of knowledge. Sometimes all you need is the
“this is normal” “this is okay”. Because of her we felt immense amount of support during the most vulnerable time of our lives. My partner is now very passionate about doula services and makes sure to tell everyone he knows “you need a doula and we will never do birth without her”.

Postpartum, Vanessa was there through all the hard and good moments. Again, a text away for me and my partner. The reassurance and support we didn’t know we needed. Offering so many different ways she could help and knowing we had so many options of support was something we will never ever take for granted.
Birth matters as a whole, I owe my postpartum experience too. Their classes and groups | look forward to every month. Their classroom has become my comfort, and I’m so grateful to be building my village there.

We will forever scream from the roof tops “get the doula” and we cannot wait to have Vanessa apart of our family forever.

-Jenna

💚 Thank You 💚

02/18/2026

Like the calendar is always full… but it also always has to be a little bit empty… ya know.

02/10/2026

Fan ✅
Water cup ✅
Cool cloth ✅
Bucket (just in case) ✅

& supportive team ✅✅

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doula

01/20/2026

Continued….

During the actual labour and birth, Vanessa was immensely supportive. We couldn’t have done it without her. She was professional throughout and offered support and advice in a non-judgmental way. She continuously reminded me to advocate for myself and it was so good to have her and her wealth of experience in our corner. We ended up having a very long labour and Vanessa was there for us the entire time. She knew how to help us at every step without us having to say anything. I felt supported before, during, and after birth and we can’t thank her enough for that. Vanessa is truly amazing at what she does and I would highly recommend her to anyone for doula services. And the pictures that she took throughout the birth were just the icing on top of the cake!

Thank you, Emily 💚