Hello, my name is Charlie (she/her) I offer birth and postpartum support services in Vancouver, and surrounding areas. I grew up in Saskatchewan in a big Ukrainian/Cree family, where there were always due dates approaching and baby showers to attend. The first birth I was a part of was my sister’s. I was only fifteen, and we love to joke that I was her “unofficial doula” because I went to Lamaze classes with her and stayed by her side throughout her entire labor. Almost two decades later, I witnessed my sister-in-law give birth, and everything came flooding back. I found myself rubbing her feet, keeping the room quiet and asking the nurses maybe a few too many questions.

I support birth in every shape and form, and believe any birthing person who is truly held, and is supported in a safe, nurturing environment can find empowerment in their birth.

Apart from those eye-opening experiences, I also grew up with 7 brothers and sisters, some of them I am 20 years their senior! There was an impactful time in my life where I spent time learning everything there was to know about infant and toddler care, from diaper-changing, to bottle feeding and soothing while taking care of my younger siblings. I would love to share my knowledge and presence with you, and nurture you and your family! If you would like to explore what that might look like for you, and where I can help to make your postpartum more comfortable don’t hesitate to reach out!

Certifications:

• First Aid&CPR/AED level C

• Spinning babies Foundation Workshop

• TENS machine training @Doula School Canada

• Lactation for Birth Workers @Doula School Canada