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Congratulations! You're Pregnant
Our Commitment To You
Birth Matters is committed to supporting women and their families through pregnancy and birth. We recognize it's an amazing time full of change and we provide education and support. We support YOUR birth wishes. Choose hospital birth with an epidural or home water birth, It's up to you to decide how you want to give birth and our goal to support it! We know this is an unforgettable chapter in your lives and strive to help you prepare for and preserve your birth day memories. Birth Matters is located in Modern Nest the first facility of its kind in Kamloops, Providing its clients the only freestanding office, library, and classroom for education, support, and community.
Regarding the COVID-19 Situation
We are striving to provide support in all facets in the best and safest way possible for all our families. In this uncertain time we are still here for you. Reach out and call or email ANYTIME.
Our Services
The Birth Matters team has been providing DONA International & ProDoula Trained Professional Birth Doula Services, Birth Photography, Intensive and Group Prenatal Classes since 1998. They are offered in our beautiful calming office space & fully equipped learning space & classroom.
History
“The word 'doula' comes from the ancient Greek meaning: "a woman who serves", and is now used to refer to "a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.” — DONA International
Benefits
Hiring a Professional Doula is a wonderful way to support both you and your partner in birthing your child. We recognize that each family is unique and support every type of birth plan, home, hospital. The Birth Matters team have supported nearly a 2000 mothers & partners over the last 23 years, and we can help GUIDE & SUPPORT you and your partner with personal, experienced and attentive support. This is not a hobby for us.
Free Initial Consultation
Read about amazing Doula options on the ABOUT tab. Choosing a Doula who will be present at your birth is an important decision that is shaped by many factors, including experience, training, and philosophy of care. We offer an initial free consultation that gives you a better sense of who we are as Doulas and what we have to offer. This meeting is informal and carries no obligation. Want to meet? Contact us today!
First Nations or Metis Families
We are pre-approved for the Aboriginal Doula Fund. This fund is available to all Mothers or Partners who identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit - it covers up to $1000 towards our Doulas fees. The client must apply to the fund directly. Feel free to email us for the links to apply or more information on the fund.