Birthstone Doula

21/11/2025

“No” is a complete sentence to any question - it stands on its own and conveys a complete thought. Next time you feel the need to explain yourself and then start speaking only to hear a voice in your head that says “why am I still talking - why am I explaining myself” Just stop - take a breath and stop! Our actions with our family need no explanation to someone else nor do they need validation. We call the shots, we make and liive with our choices…end of story💪🎤

20/11/2025

Message me if any of these catch your eye🫶

20/11/2025

Every day and night as a new parent holds its own and unfolds (or unravels) in its own time….take whichever part of my support will best help you through your night🫶

13/01/2025

Starting or growing a family in 2025? I am now accepting new families🫶

02/10/2024

What is it that you actually want & need for your family?

No one who’s written a book is sitting beside you living your life. There is no friend or family member who has walked in your shoes every single moment since you became a parent. In your heart you know what you want, you know what you need for both you and your baby (child). Feeling pressured or overwhelmed by choices, devices and advices of others just means it’s time to take a break, listen to what your heart and mind are telling you (and yes, it may take time for them to agree) and then dig deep to find the strength to move forward into that space.

Wishing you a day of reflection, strength and confidence.

02/12/2023

Having fun spending time in Nashville with this little human while his parents enjoy time with friends and celebrate love & life. Yes, doulas travelling with families is a thing!!!💕

14/11/2023

When the needs of my full time overnight client changed and they asked me to start days shifts, of course I said “Yes”.

I look forward to supporting families on overnights again but for now these day shifts are right where I need to be.

02/08/2023

I started volunteering with Halton BFC back in 2008. It was natural for me to continue with this free over-the-phone service with Halton after I trained and became a Postpartum Doula in 2016. I am able to connect and support so many more families allowing me to stay in tune of how “life-with-baby” continues to change in my community.

🌻 Meet Erica! 🌻

"I enjoy volunteering because I know when families welcome a new baby into their life there can be many emotions and new questions each day…I am here so no family ever has to say, “I had no one who could help me!"

Erica knows breastfeeding support starts before baby comes home and is passionate about connecting with families to talk about what baby’s birth will mean for them.

She knows, “babies don’t take weekends or holidays off,” and supports families on weekends too!

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Halton Baby-Friendly Initiative ROCK Reach Out Centre for Kids MCRC - Milton Community Resource Centre Burlington Public Library Halton Hills Public Library Oakville Public Library Oakville Parent-Child Centre Milton Public Library The WOMB - World of my Baby

~Shaara RN

08/08/2022

One can never love too much💖

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22/01/2022

Some of the most difficult times after bringing your baby home may be during the night - when darkness falls and everyone around gets cozy and ready for a good night’s sleep….except for new parents who are gearing up for the night and wondering “Will I get any sleep tonight?”, “Will she stop crying at some point and just peacefully rest in my arms?”, “Will he ever sleep in his own space rather than in my arms?” NOTE: main reason why night shifts are my favourite time to be with new parents in their home offering support in the wee hours of the night and morning!!💖
Babies have a completely different circadian rhythm and take time to mature into days and nights but the answer to these questions is a resounding “Yes!!” So, while you are waiting for those hours of sleep, know that the sunshine will be shining a little bit longer into the evening each and every day as we head into spring and summer, which means lots of sunshine, more backyard moments, more outside fair weather days and even in the cover of darkness, an open window with a warm breeze and birds chirping before dawn can make a world of difference in a sleepless night!!!!

04/11/2021

Keep getting fresh air outside with your babes! As the leaves begin to change and weather starts to get cooler here in Ontario, there are very few reasons to feel it is "too cold" to take baby outside. With so many wardrobe options and baby carrying methods, often it is more the bundling them (and ourselves) up that keep us inside. So, plan ahead, get organized and get outside and enjoy the fall weather!