Bloom where you are planted

This morning I had a wonderful conversation with a high school girlfriend of mine and we were talking about the challenges of family life, our new careers and how to make it all work out. At a time where she was having emotional challenges in her life, her grandmother had sent her the message 'Bloom where you are planted'. When she told me this, it deeply resonated for me. Despite the challenges and constantly swimming against the current, I will bloom where I am planted!
I took this picture of a beautiful iris as we climb the base of Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. It was quite surprising to see such beautiful flowers in the midst of black volcanic rock with little or no vegetation. I hope that this will fill your hearts with comfort and encouragement as it did for me!

The birthing of a mother

" birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers ~ strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength."

Barbara Katz Rothman, Birth Sociologist & Author

Why a Doula?

Women's Wellness Day

The Women's Wellness Day has become an annual event for our area! This year it will be on Saturday May 2, 2009. It is a day where women from surrounding communities gather to share, to laugh, to become inspired, and to take a break! Come check it out in Plamondon Alberta. I will be displaying Birthing From Within as well as offering three different sessions about Reflexology! Check the local newspaper for more information.

Upcoming Class June 2009

Once again I will be offering the Birthing From Within Childbirth Preparation classes at Thrive Yoga Studio on June 5, 6 & 7. Thrive is located just outside of Lac La Biche, Alberta. It is nestled amongst huge spruce trees by the lake. Each class includes 15 hours of class time.
Experience the Birthing From Within Difference! Register today!

Email Michele at naissance@mcsnet.ca

Upcoming Class in May 2009

I will be offering my Birthing From Within Childbirth Preparation classes at Casa de Luz on May 30 & 31 2009. Casa de Luz (meaning light house) is situated just outside Sherwood Park in a very quiet and peaceful area. The backyard is a natural sancutary where one can listen to the sound of water falling, birds singing and admire all the beautiful flower gardens. Each class includes 15 hours of class time.
Experience the Birthing From Within Difference!

To register or for more please call: Casa de Luz at 780-922-6875 or email casadeluz@shaw.ca

The Doula Spirit

As your doula, I provide physical and unconditional emotional support to you and your partner during labor and delivery. I am a companion on your journey. I have witnessed many births and hold no judgment to how you move through this profound rite of passage. I hold your space. I validate, motivate, educate, initiate, and then together we CELEBRATE! My care includes: two prenatal visits, on going phone and email support, on call two weeks prior to due date, support during labor, birth and immediate postpartum and two postpartum visits.