Birthing Roots Doula Care

01/16/2026

Her ancestors are here. 🤍

They pray softly while they await eagerly to witness her sacred journey into motherhood. They’re her inner voice telling her “I can do this.” They’re Witnessing the little life that chose to be with her - enter and change her entire world. Her sister reminding her of her strength. Doing everything she needs her to do - to be able to guide this life earth side confidently. Birth is raw. Birth is incredible. Birth is not meant for the eyes of the weak. We were made to do this in whatever way possible.

(I found a few commissioned pieces in my camera roll that I completed from 2019-2020 that I haven’t shared yet. This is one of them. I’m not sure why I didn’t. Lack of words for their captions, probably but I’m sharing now)
This piece is sold and has found its way home to the NMAI Smithsonian museum collections ❤️
*No Reproductions or prints*

*ArtThatSpeaks

01/07/2026

Indoor walking for all ages is available throughout the month of January on a drop-in basis in the Dajoh gymnasium.

Come on down and get your steps in! Don't forget, you must wear clean indoor shoes.

12/27/2025

😱OOooow! Think you might have a blocked duct? Here’s what you can do to get some relief, and possibly avoid them in the future! Remember - as you work to reduce the inflammation/swelling and relieve the pain it’s important to pay careful attention to your baby’s latch. Making sure it’s deep and comfortable each and every time you nurse. Find tips to help fine tune baby’s latch linked in our bio.

👋Exclusively pumping and using the Hands On Pumping technique? These gentle compressions (similar to hand expression) may still be used - but aggressive massage & excessive force should be avoided.

🫶While you should avoid overly tight fitting clothing & accessories, gentle support from a properly fitted bra/support garment can help keep you comfortable.

⚠️Delayed or skipped nursing/pumping sessions can lead to painful swelling, engorgement and blocked ducts/mastitis. Making more milk than your needs (over supply) can put you at higher risk too. Follow your baby’s lead and make nursing your baby a priority - it's the best way to make sure your supply matches their needs and avoid future issues.

🚨Avoid these older techniques/hacks that are no longer recommended as they may worsen the swelling/inflammation/tissue damage:
⛔Electric Toothbrushes
⛔Commercial vibrating/massaging devices.
⛔Silicone Pumps filled with salt water or Epsom Salt & water
⛔Saline Soaks
⛔Castor Oil Compresses
⛔Deep massage & squeezing
⛔Extra pumping/nursing sessions - removing more milk puts your milk production into high gear, making it more difficult to relieve the swelling/inflammation and potentially worsening the situation.

Have questions about your milk supply, latch or other lactation related questions? Connect with us using the link in our bio.

*Always talk to your healthcare provider if you have concerns about your health. If you experience repeated bouts of blocked ducts/mastitis a lactation savvy healthcare professional like an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) can help you find and address the root cause and prevent future issues. For a list of free local lactation supports including IBCLCs please visit the link in our bio.

12/04/2025

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truth 🩷🥰👌🏻

12/01/2025

🍲 This Thursday! FREE COMMUNITY KITCHEN MEALS! 🍞

Come out, enjoy a warm meal, and connect with friends, family, and neighbours! 💛
No registration needed — just drop in and share in good food and good company.

📅 1st Thursday of every month
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 White Pines Boardroom (2nd Floor, White Pines Wellness Centre)
1745 Chiefswood Rd.

Upcoming Dates:
➡️ November 6, 2025
➡️ December 4, 2025
➡️ January 8, 2026
➡️ February 5, 2026
➡️ March 5, 2026

✨ Hosted by the Department of Well-Being
Let’s come together to share a meal and build community!

📞 For more info:
Kyleigh – 226-450-4064 | kfarmer@sixnations.ca
Brittany – 519-770-6683 | mhacdw3@sixnations.ca

11/21/2025

🤱💪 Fitness with Baby 💪🤱
Join us for a fun and supportive workout led by Krystal Schouten, certified Core Confidence Fitness Specialist: Master Trainer and Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist! Rebuild strength, boost your energy, and bond with your little one—all in a welcoming space. Bring a blanket for your baby to lay on and get moving together!

📅 Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
📅 Tuesday, February 10th, 2026
📅 Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 MCFN Community Centre

All moms and babies welcome! 🍼✨

Registration Required!
Deadline: January 15, 2026 • 4 p.m.

For more info or to register, please contact:
Beth King
☎️ 905-768-1181
📲 226-387-0679

11/16/2025

Slate grey nevus, also known as blue-grey spots or congenital dermal melanocytosis, are a type of birthmark that are typically flat and blue-grey, or sometimes purple, in colour.

They are most common on babies with Black and Brown skin and are generally found on the sacrum and buttocks, but can also be observed on arms and legs.

Slate grey nevus are NOT bruises. They are simply the result of pigment cells, or melanocytes, not reaching the surface of the skin.⁣ They do not hurt and generally require no treatment; they often fade by the age of 4.

If you identify a slate grey nevus when doing a baby examination, or NIPE, it is important to document it. This is to avoid it later being mistaken for a bruise.

Finally - you may have heard these birthmarks called ‘Mongolian blue spots’. This is derogatory, racially insensitive terminology and should NOT be used. If you hear it used in practice, please take the time to correct it. We can all play our part in decolonising language and midwifery education.

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11/12/2025

“An incredible new study found that pregnant women who consume just 6 dates a day in the 4 weeks leading up to their due date were 74% more dilated upon their arrival to the hospital, had a 77% shorter first stage of labor and a 42% lower rate of caesarean sections.

Eating dates in the late stages of pregnancy lead to higher cervical dilation upon hospital admission because the fruit contains nutrients that influence oxytocin receptors, preparing the cervix and uterus for labor by increasing muscle response to oxytocin and other labor-supporting hormones. Dates are a rich source of energy from natural sugars and fats and also contain prostaglandins, which contribute to cervical ripening. Additionally, they provide serotonin, calcium, and tannins, which contribute to powerful uterine contractions.

Eating dates in the late stages of pregnancy shortens the first stage of labor due to their ability to stimulate the production of prostaglandins, which promote cervical ripening (softening and thinning of the cervix) and increase uterine contractions. Dates also contain tannins, which have a similar effect, and provide a natural sugar source for energy during labor. Some studies even suggest that dates can increase uterine sensitivity to oxytocin, leading to more effective contractions and a quicker and smoother labor process.

These actions are also the exact reason why women who eat dates in the late stages of pregnancy and far less likely to need a c-section!

The most common recommendation is for women to begin eating 6 dates a day starting in their 37th week of pregnancy.”
PMID: 40322306, 21280989