Doula Care with Rheja Gilchrist
I have served over 200 families with professional birth and postpartum doula care since 1995. As a certified doula and breastfeeding counsellor, birth and babies are a joy and passion for me. A mother of three teenage daughters, I draw on years of mothering experience and knowledge. I enjoy supporting diverse families, and have experience with VBAC, queer families, and "older" mothers. I am trained in energy healing work, and I bring a deep love of the miracle of birth to my practice. Based in North Vancouver, I offer care on the North Shore and in Vancouver.
All women have the capacity to allow the unfoldment of birth. My commitment is to support the emotional and physical journey of mother and child, applying my knowledge of perinatal psychology to help ease your child's transition however the birth unfolds. I encourage, inform, and comfort women and their partners through this transformational time and offer resources to help establish a parent support community.
Birth Doula Care
- Two prenatal home visits
- On-call 24 hours for your labour and birth
- Labour support, including birth ball, massage oils, heat/cold pack....
- Knowledge of craniosacral therapy, homeopathy, aromatherapy and bach flower remedies
- Support with informed decision-making with your care team
- Postpartum home visit and breastfeeding support
- Access to library of pregnancy and parenting books and DVDs
- Opportunity to meet my back-up partners
“Hearing your calming voice and encouragement gave us the guidance we needed.”
“You made me feel safe, loved, and capable of moving mountains!”
“Your compassionate and empowering accompaniment was invaluable.”