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03/04/2026

So excited to finally share a little tour of my new space! 🤍 This new chapter means so much to me. My heart has always been to serve families in our community, and this space will allow me to do even more of that. I’m looking forward to hosting more classes, more postpartum circles, more gatherings, and creating a place where families can come for support, education, and connection.

You can now find us at our new location: 4909 50th Street, 2nd floor, downtown Red Deer.
I’m excited to be part of the Regus community. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to grow and continue supporting families in this beautiful season of life. 💗

03/03/2026

Is having a doula just trendy… or is there real benefit to hiring one? 🤍

Spoiler: it’s not about trends. It’s about evidence-based support, informed choices, steady hands, and someone fully in your corner from pregnancy through birth. Birth isn’t a fashion statement, it’s a life-changing experience. The right support can make all the difference.💕

03/02/2026

As I look ahead at my availability for the rest of this year, I’m reminded how important it is to connect with my Mamas early in pregnancy. Birth is not just a single day, it’s a journey, and building trust with your birth team truly matters. You deserve the very best support, and that’s why I want to truly get to know you and be part of your team. I want to understand your story, care for you deeply, help you prepare your body and your heart for birth, and be the best bestie you didn’t even know you needed. 😜

If you’re looking for a doula, or simply curious about what that support could look like, I would love for you to book a meet & greet so we can see if we’re a good fit.

We also still have a few spots available in our Doula Care Scholarship program, so if cost is a barrier, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Send your story and request a scholarship application to admin@gentlehand.net — it would be such an honor to walk this season with you. 🥰

02/26/2026

Every single day, I’m grateful for each family that reaches out to me for support. 🤍
It is only by God’s grace that I get to close this chapter in this location and step into a new one, upgrading into a space where I can serve families even better in our community. This isn’t just a move, it’s provision, growth, and answered prayers.

I will never stop being thankful to God for the calling, the families, and the privilege of walking alongside you in some of the most sacred moments of your lives.

All glory to Him. Always. 🤍

02/25/2026

Are you debating about inviting your Mom to attend your birth? Let me help you decide…

To your mama, you will always be her baby, and her instinct will always be to protect you. In labor, when she sees you in pain, every part of her may want to rescue you, even though birth pain has purpose and is not harming you. So I gently ask my clients: will your mom hinder you or empower you during labor?
As a doula, I had some clients that chose to have their moms present and they were such a beautiful and amazing support for their daughters. I had others that seeing their daughters go through labour was hard and they voluntarily decided to walk way…💕
Birth requires calm, grounded support, people who believe in your strength and encourage you through every contraction. Your birth space should feel intimate and protected, a continuation of the connection between you and your partner as you step into parenthood together.

That’s why sometimes moms — and mother-in-laws — are better suited as postpartum angels rather than birth room support. They can cook, fold laundry, and love on you deeply.

Set boundaries early and lovingly, and choose roles that align with their strengths. You are not here to please everyone. This is your body, your baby, your birth. Choose your team wisely. 🙌🏻💕

02/24/2026

Dear Mama,

I know birth feels big. And sometimes, it feels scary. If you’re feeling anxious, that doesn’t mean you’re weak, it means you care deeply. You want things to go well. You want to be safe. You want your baby to be safe. That love already tells me what kind of mother you are. 💕
Here’s what I want you to remember: Your body was designed by a perfect God with wisdom. Your baby knows how to be born. And you do not have to do this alone.

Fear can make everything feel overwhelming. So instead of thinking about the whole birth, just focus on preparing your heart and mind. Learn your options. Practice breathing. Surround yourself with support. Pray. Ask questions. Build trust. You don’t need to be fearless to give birth. You just need to take it one step at a time.

Place your hand on your belly and breathe. Your body is preparing. God is with you. And I will be right beside you.

With love,
Your Doula Sally 🤍

02/20/2026

🔔 Gentle Hand Doula Scholarship Program 🔔

At Gentle Hand Doula & Family Services, we believe every family deserves support regardless of financial circumstances.

Beginning in August 2026 and continuing through February 2027, we will be offering one scholarship per month for complimentary or low-cost birth or postpartum doula services.

These scholarships will provide families with:
🤍 Birth or postpartum doula support
🤍 Care from doulas in training
🤍 Direct supervision and guidance from Doula Sally
🤍 Professional, compassionate, faith-rooted support

Our doulas in training are carefully selected and mentored, ensuring families receive safe, loving, and informed care while also helping train the next generation of doulas serving Central Alberta. If finances have been a barrier to receiving support during pregnancy, birth, or postpartum this may be for you. Because no mother should feel alone.
Because no family should walk this season unsupported.
Because community matters.

Applications will be reviewed monthly.
If you would like to apply or nominate a family, please send us a message or email: admin@gentlehand.net

With love 💗

02/19/2026

Prenatal Class is Here!

Mamas & Dads, this is your invitation to feel informed, confident, and prepared for one of the most transformative days of your life!

Join me for a 3-hour Childbirth Education Prenatal Class where we’ll walk through:
• The labour road map & medical interventions
• Natural vs. medical pain relief options
• Building your birth environment
• Informed consent & after-baby procedures
• Postpartum physical & mental recovery
• Hands-on Rebozo techniques to prepare your body for birth

And when you attend, you’ll receive a FREE private Rebozo session with me to prep your body for birth 🙌🏽

💰 $275 per couple
📍 Central Alberta
📅 Upcoming dates: March 7th & April 18th
🔗 Book at www.gentlehand.net

Let’s prepare your body, your mind, and your heart for birth. 💕

02/05/2026

Yessss 🙌 The peanut ball is that love-hate bestie in labor 😂

Why I LOVE it (and moms… sometimes don’t 😅)

The peanut ball is one of the most powerful little tools in the birth room. It might look harmless, but wow — it gets things moving. “These contractions are SO intense on the peanut ball!”

YES. And that’s exactly why we use it.

When contractions feel stronger with the peanut ball, it usually means:
✔️ Baby is rotating
✔️ Pelvis is opening in a new way
✔️ Pressure is getting more even on the cervix
✔️ Labor is progressing

Intensity with purpose = progress. I apologize to all my former clients and my future ones for suggesting positions with the ball! You are amazing and I’ll help you breathe through them and I promise I’ll do everything I can to help you meet your baby faster! 💗
➡️ Did you use the peanut ball during labour? ⬅️

02/04/2026

Preparing Your Body for Birth with Rebozo 🤍

I’m NOW offering rebozo appointments in the final weeks of pregnancy.

During these appointments, we use traditional rebozo techniques to gently loosen tight ligaments, release tension in the hips and lower back, create more space in the pelvis for baby and encourage optimal positioning for birth.

When the body has more balance and freedom, baby has more room to find a great position and that can make a big difference when labor begins. But what I love most about these sessions is that they’re not just for mom… partners get to learn too 🤍

I teach dads (or birth partners) simple rebozo holds, movements, and supportive stretches they can use in the final weeks of pregnancy and later during early/active labor.

These techniques are gentle, safe, and incredibly comforting. Many couples tell me they continue using them at home leading up to birth, turning preparation into connection time.

If you’re in your third trimester and want to help your body (and your partner) get ready for labor, a rebozo session is a beautiful place to start.

Book your Appointment today!

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Red Deer, AB

Telephone

+18257068683

Website

http://www.gentlehand.net/

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