Peterborough Doula Services

08/06/2024

The Perils of Interpreting Race-Based Data without a Racial Justice lens: Lessons from an OB Clinic Memo

https://discoverbirth.com/perils-of-interpreting-race-based-data/

This article reviews a recent clinic memorandum recommending recommending routine induction at 39 weeks for people born in South Asia.

04/12/2024

Penny Simkin, you will be gravely missed. Thank you for everything you did for the doula Profession.

We want to take a moment to join the birth world in remembering Penny Simkin who passed away this week at the ripe old age of 86 after a short battle with cancer. Penny’s loss is being mourned around the world today, but we also hope that her life’s accomplishments are being celebrated for the legacy she leaves us.



A couple of years ago I was asked to reflect on the idea of ‘legacy’. So much of my own life’s work has been about my contribution to the birth world and the impact I hope my life has made there. I’ve had amazing mentors and people to look up to in this work, but no one more than Penny Simkin. Penny Simkin was so instrumental in the evolution of birth support and empowerment and autonomy of birthers. When I think about the birth worker I have become I can thank Penny for encouraging me to become the most compassionate and caring birth worker I could be. It’s easy to get jaded when doing this work over many decades but everyone who knows Penny can attest that she made it look easy to remain calm, compassionate, respectful and yet steadfast in her determination to support women and families. So many of her sayings form the foundation of our birth worker beliefs. Beliefs that form the basis our professions stands on and represents. I am fortunate enough to have been in the field long enough to have spent time with Penny at conferences and board meetings. And oh the day I ended up sharing a taxi ride to the airport with Penny in my early doula years had me so star struck. I couldn’t believe my luck. That day and so many more to follow would continue to inspire me to be a better version of my doula self. To know Penny was to become a better doula and a better version of oneself.



Here at Doula School we send our love and condolences to Penny’s family. To the doula community let’s raise a glass to the best doula mentor out there. May she continue to inspire us to be the best doula version of ourselves. May our legacies be even a fraction of hers and this world will be a better place for birthing people. Cheers to you Penny wherever this journey brings you next.

03/22/2023

The early days of breastfeeding are a time for you and your baby to get to know each other and learn to breastfeed effectively. Every nursing mother or parent must make some adjustments during this time because every baby is unique. As you get acquainted with your baby, you will discover that babies with Down syndrome have physical characteristics that may have an impact on breastfeeding. While you probably will not encounter all of the challenges discussed here, understanding your baby’s particular needs will help you to get breastfeeding off to a good start. In some cases, you may need to advocate for yourself and your baby to get the support you need. Babies with Down syndrome can and do breastfeed. Often it takes time and patience. We hope that these tips help you and your baby have a successful breastfeeding experience. However, you may need further support or your baby may not breastfeed at all. Find the way that works best for you and your baby.

Read more: https://www.lllc.ca/breastfeeding-your-baby-down-syndrome

03/20/2023

Support a great organization that helps family reach their feeding goals.

Ontario and Quebec!!!

We are so excited to announce that we will be fundraising with again this year!

How It Works:
1. Visit https://plantables.ca/for/lllc
2. Pick Your Plants
3. Choose your delivery week
4. Plants are delivered to your door!

11/22/2022

Once your baby arrives you may be surprised by how much time you spend thinking about your baby’s p*es and poops!

For more information, check out the LLLC article
https://www.lllc.ca/poops-and-p*es

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03/22/2022

Happy World Doula Week!

For all the doulas, this week celebrates the hard work you do!

01/05/2022

If you interested in exploring the work of a postpartum doula, Doula School is a wonderful organization to train with!

Upcoming training!!

Our next Postpartum Doula Training (online) is fast approaching. You'll be learning directly from Kathrin Auger, and her over 20 years of experience as a doula and birth worker. Class runs between Feb 7-11, 2022.

So who should consider getting trained as a postpartum doula?

-Anyone interested in learning about women’s health, pregnancy and supporting new families
-Birth Doulas looking to expand their services and offer postpartum support
-PSWs, yoga teachers nurses and ECEs interested in expanding their knowledge to include postpartum doula support.

If any if those are YOU, we'd love to have you in class. You can read more about the program and reserve your spot using the link below.

https://doulaschool.ca/product/postpartum-training/

11/23/2021

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Confuse all the nursing toddlers this holiday with this bird! 😋

Fact: lactating to exclusively feed an infant requires about 500 more calories a day. So… what dishes are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

Also fact: today, Sunday, November 21st at 4pm pacific, we are having Dr. Jessica Kiss from AskDr.Mom on Instagram and TikTok join us for a live Q&A about cold and flu season with babies and toddlers. Join us right here on Facebook with Baby K'tan.

09/27/2021

Latch-On, this Saturday!! Let's normalize feeding our babies human milk for National Breastfeeding Week!

09/24/2021

The popular product is being recalled after eight infant deaths were reported in a five-year period.

08/03/2021

Looking to gain experience as a new doula with the help of a mentor? The Birth Doula Program is hiring for apprentice doulas out of Markham Stouffville Hospital, the Alongside Midwifery Unit, and Scarborough Health Network. A great opportunity to learn more and gain confidence in your skills as a doula! Apply today!

08/01/2021

A wonderful opportunity!

We couldn't be more excited about this. Our sister doula agencies in the Toronto area - Discover Birth and The Nesting Place, have identified a growing need for postpartum support in Toronto and surrounding areas.

There simply isn't enough doula support to meet the needs of clients.

That's where we (and you!) come in. They will be hiring up-to SEVEN postpartum doulas directly from our fall training (Sep 25/26 and Oct 2/3).

It's the perfect opportunity to jump start your birth career with a position right after graduation. As an added bonus, you will be reimbursed for the cost of training after 6 months of working. Meaning that your training is FREE.

So how do you apply?

Simply email hello@doulaschool.ca to schedule an interview before signing up for training. Or, if you'd like to do your Postpartum Doula training and interview after, you can review the course details below!

https://doulaschool.ca/product/postpartum-training/