Postpartum Sidekick Doula Services

11/17/2025

✨ Our Guest This Week ✨

Join us this week to talk about postpartum nutrition with Julie Keta, followed by facilitated peer support time.

Grab your seat: https://postpartumsidekick.ca/services/nurture-thrive/

Julie Keta is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to supporting parents with their postpartum journey. With over a decade of experience in nutrition counseling, she specializes in disordered eating recovery, intuitive eating, postpartum nutrition, and body image support. Julie's compassionate approach helps clients reconnect with their bodies, fostering trust and self-compassion. She believes in making simple, realistic changes that align with each individual's unique life, promoting sustainable health without the stress of perfection. At Flourish True, Julie offers personalized nutrition coaching to guide clients toward restorative wellness and a balanced relationship with food and body.

11/10/2025

✨ Our Guest This Week ✨

Join us this week for a The Roommate Era: Relationship after Baby with Rochelle Kaikai, Rooted Thistle Counselling, followed by facilitated peer support time.

Save your seat: https://postpartumsidekick.ca/community/nurture-thrive/

About:
Hello! My name is Rochelle and I support parents in the wild, wonderful, and sometimes overwhelming postpartum season. Parenthood changes everything—your body, your relationships, even your coffee order—and it’s a lot to carry. I’m here to remind you that your mental health matters and you don’t have to figure it all out alone.

11/09/2025

I’m Lisette — your Postpartum Sidekick 💜
Here to help you navigate the wild, messy, and magical transition into parenthood with the support you deserve.

2026 is your year to feel grounded and cared for. Let’s make it happen — book your FREE consult today and get on my calendar before spots fill up!

11/06/2025

There is still space tomorrow! Come meet other parents and learn about chiropractic care for littles.

✨ Our Guest This Week ✨

Join us this week for a Chiropractic Care for Littles with Dr. Tara Hosie, Encompass Health Kitchener, followed by facilitated peer support time.

Save your seat: https://postpartumsidekick.ca/community/nurture-thrive/

About:
Dr. Tara graduated with distinction from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She went on to complete four years of extensive study at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College where she graduated cm laude and with clinic honours in 2015. Dr. Tara also holds certification in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University ‍ Dr. Tara is a family chiropractor with a passion for pre- and post-natal as well as pediatric care. Her approach is evidence-informed, patient-centered and nervous system focused. She employs a variety of techniques including spinal, extremity and cranial adjustments and mobilizations, myofascial release therapy, kinesiotaping, vibration therapy, and exercises to help moms and babies feel their best. Dr. Tara has nearly a decade of experience in practice and has done additional training in Webster Technique, PIPS technique, infant cranial & spinal adjusting, retained primitive reflexes, infant developmental milestones and more. ‍ Dr. Tara’s interests outside of clinic include fitness and nutrition, reading, traveling and spending time with her husband and three kitties.

11/03/2025

✨ Our Guest This Week ✨

Join us this week for a Chiropractic Care for Littles with Dr. Tara Hosie, Encompass Health Kitchener, followed by facilitated peer support time.

Save your seat: https://postpartumsidekick.ca/community/nurture-thrive/

About:
Dr. Tara graduated with distinction from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She went on to complete four years of extensive study at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College where she graduated cm laude and with clinic honours in 2015. Dr. Tara also holds certification in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University ‍ Dr. Tara is a family chiropractor with a passion for pre- and post-natal as well as pediatric care. Her approach is evidence-informed, patient-centered and nervous system focused. She employs a variety of techniques including spinal, extremity and cranial adjustments and mobilizations, myofascial release therapy, kinesiotaping, vibration therapy, and exercises to help moms and babies feel their best. Dr. Tara has nearly a decade of experience in practice and has done additional training in Webster Technique, PIPS technique, infant cranial & spinal adjusting, retained primitive reflexes, infant developmental milestones and more. ‍ Dr. Tara’s interests outside of clinic include fitness and nutrition, reading, traveling and spending time with her husband and three kitties.

11/01/2025

November at a Glance – Postpartum Sidekick Events

☕ New Parent Coffee Club – Nov 6th @ 2 PM
Meet us at Seven Shores Community Café for a casual drop-in hangout with other new parents and doulas. Bring your littles or come solo — everyone’s welcome!

🌱 Nurture & Thrive – Every Friday @ 10 AM
Our free peer support group continues at Encompass Health & Wellness. Drop in for connection, community, and a little extra care.

Let’s build our village together 💬👶

10/30/2025

This is your chance to make food support simple, practical, and truly nourishing.

The Meal Train Toolkit was created to help you bring ease and community care into your postpartum experience. Inside, you’ll find:
✨ Easy, nutrient-dense recipes designed for recovery and energy
✨ Guidance on what your body needs during postpartum
✨ Gentle scripts to help you ask your village for food support—without the awkwardness

Because feeding yourself after birth shouldn’t feel like one more thing on your to-do list.

Sign up for the Postpartum Sidekick newsletter to get your free Meal Train Toolkit and start building a circle of care that feeds you in every sense of the word.

Your postpartum journey doesn’t have to be done alone—let your community step in.

https://postpartumsidekick.ca/2025/10/postpartum-nutrition/

10/29/2025

New Parent Coffee Club is happening next week!

When: Thursday, November 6 | 2:00–3:30 PM
Where: Seven Shores Community Cafe, 10 Regina St N, Waterloo
Cost: Free to attend—just grab a drink & join in!

The room is provided based on a minimum spend. If you'd like your snack purchases to count toward that minimum, please be ready to e-transfer info@postpartumsidekick.ca or bring cash. I need to cover the tab at the end of the meetup.

Bring your baby, bring a friend, or come solo—everyone is welcome! No RSVP needed, just drop in, grab a coffee, and connect with other parents who *get it.*

We can’t wait to see you and your little one! 💜

10/27/2025

✨ Our Guest This Week ✨

Join us this week for a Birth Story Circle with Jess Lyle, , followed by facilitated peer support time.

Save your seat: https://postpartumsidekick.ca/community/nurture-thrive/

About:
Jess is a certified VBAC doula and founder of The VBAC Mom, serving families in KW, Guelph, Fergus, and surrounding communities.

As a mom who has experienced both a cesarean and a VBAC, she understands firsthand the diverse paths that birthing journeys can take. Jess is deeply committed to supporting and empowering parents throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. She provides evidence-based information and resources so families can make informed choices and feel confident in their care.

Through personalized support and compassionate guidance, Jess creates a nurturing environment where you feel empowered, informed, and respected every step of the way.

10/20/2025

✨ Our Guest This Week ✨

Join us this week to hear about normal infant sleep, utilizing routines, timing and response for restorative sleep with Bedtime followed by facilitated peer support time.

Bridget Jensen is founder of Better Bedtime, a full-service sleep consultancy based in Waterloo Region and is the Canadian Director of the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants. She offers in-home and virtual sleep support to tired families. Bridget has been helping families with sleep since 2015 and is dedicated to helping people get the rest they need.

10/17/2025

We all have that one meal that feels like a warm hug after a hard day. The one that reminds you to slow down, breathe, and take care of yourself for a moment.

Maybe it’s soup that tastes like home, the pasta you always turn to when you’re tired, or a favourite takeout order you know by heart. Comfort food can mean so many things—but it always means care.

What’s your go-to comfort meal when you need to feel grounded or recharged? Share it below—your idea might just inspire another tired parent.

If you’re looking for simple, nourishing recipes to help your body heal after birth (and ways to get your support system involved), sign up for my newsletter to get your free Meal Train Toolkit. It’s full of postpartum-friendly meal ideas, nutrition info, and easy ways to ask for help with food support.

Read more here: https://postpartumsidekick.ca/2025/10/postpartum-nutrition/