Toronto Family Doulas

10/06/2025

I loved this quote!

Last week at the Nurture&Thrive conference we had the privilege of hearing from Julie Cole, the founder of Mabel’s Labels. And this was one of the quotes that stuck out to me because it is why I became a doula!

I was tired of the pressures, lack of compassion, and biases that new moms faced. So I became the judgement-free, emotionally supportive professional I had needed as a new mom.

This advice is great for so many things new moms encounter, and I have seen so many amazing products, brands, and services come out of this mentality over the years.

Lonely on mat leave? Start a meet-up group! See a niche in the community that is underserved? Start a small business! Didn’t get the support you needed? Become that support for someone else.

There is so much room for community care. And it starts with being pi**ed off about something and being determined to fix it.

10/01/2025

09/17/2025

Dear Robert Munsch,

As your time here draws near its end, we just wanted to say THANK YOU for the stories. Thank you for the giggles and smiles. Thank you for the hours spent reading with our babies. Thank you for the memories of our parents reading your books to us. Your creativity and humour crossed generations and we have no doubt they will carry into the future. Your legacy is one of joy in reading, of literacy, and of connection.

We’ll love you forever,
We’ll like you for always,
As long as we’re reading,
Our Robert you’ll be.

Love,
Parents everywhere

(For those who have not heard, Robert Munsch was diagnosed several years ago with dementia. After watching family members have painful ends, he has chosen to access MAiD for himself. As advocates for choice and bodily autonomy, we wish him well on his next journey).

02/25/2025

Thinking of a baby moon?

We love the idea of getting away before baby comes. A time to connect with your partner, with yourself, and to relax before sleepless nights.

But pregnancy changes so much and vacation isn’t exempt from those changes. How your body reacts to travel, different water, a new bed, and more can ultimately make or break your baby moon.

So what can you do to have an amazing trip? Follow these top tips and listen to your body!

Did you go on a baby moon? Tell us in the comments!

02/13/2025

Parents you NEED to be aware

Measles cases are currently rising in several places, including new cases being reported in Ontario and Quebec. Measles can cause life-long health concerns. Infants under one year of age cannot be vaccinated against measles.

Please speak with your doctor about the best ways to protect your baby.

02/03/2025

🇨🇦We promised more Canadian brands!🇨🇦

We promised we would do a Pregnant and Postpartum Edition of our Buy Canadian Guide and here it is. But we know there are more, incredible brands out there that are made right here at home. Please tag them in the comments.

(And a gentle reminder around supplements - we are not healthcare providers and we are not endorsing any specific supplement or vitamin use. Please consult your healthcare provider to determine if a supplement is right for you.

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01/17/2025

We all need a reminder sometimes.