A birth doula is a trained professional who offers continuous emotional, physical, and informational support throughout the journey of pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period. While doulas do not perform medical tasks, they work hand in hand with healthcare providers — offering gentle, holistic care that honors the unique rhythm and needs of each family.
At the heart of a doula’s work is presence — calm, steady, and attuned. A doula holds space for the birthing woman and her family, helping them feel safe, supported, and empowered as they move through this profound transformation.
Support may include:
Emotional Grounding – Steady reassurance, encouragement, and a compassionate presence that helps ease fear and foster trust.
Physical Comfort – Massage, breath awareness, movement, and positioning techniques to support the body’s natural flow during labour.
Informed Choices – Evidence-based guidance and birth preparation to help the mother and her partner feel confident and aligned with their values.
Advocacy and Voice – Gentle guidance to help ensure your wishes are understood and respected, so you can birth from a place of empowerment and peace.
A doula’s role is not to lead the birth, but to walk beside you — reminding you of your own strength, your body’s wisdom, and the beauty that unfolds when you are fully supported and seen.
When you welcome me into your birth journey, my focus is on you — your comfort, your voice, your intuition, and your unique path into parenthood. With over two decades of experience supporting families, I offer a steady, calming presence that helps you feel grounded, informed, and deeply cared for.
No matter how or where you choose to give birth — at home, in a hospital, natural birth, or through a planned cesarean — you’ll be met with warmth, respect, and unwavering support. My role is to create a peaceful atmosphere where you can soften into the moment and trust the innate wisdom of your body.
As a mother of five, including twins, and with years of experience as a Doula, I understand both the power and vulnerability that birth carries. This lived experience allows me to anticipate your needs, offer intuitive support, and hold space for your emotions with empathy and steadiness.
Drawing from my background in Shiatsu therapy, Reiki, NVC, traditional birth support, and breastfeeding education, I support your whole being. You’ll feel the benefit of grounding touch, practical comfort measures, meaningful emotional support, and clear, compassionate communication.
From our first conversation through the early postpartum days, you’ll never walk alone. Whether through hands-on comfort, gentle guidance, or simply sitting with you in stillness, I create a nurturing environment where you can feel:
Calm and centred
Supported and respected
Connected to your strength
Confident in your choices
Held emotionally and energetically
Every woman deserves to feel honoured and empowered during birth. My intention is always to support your choices, honour your rhythms, and help you welcome new life with confidence, peace, and joy — in the way that feels right for you.
We have three birth packages to choose from:
Steady, Grounded Support Through Birth & Early Postpartum
This package is ideal for mothers who feel generally prepared for birth and are seeking calm, continuous support without extensive prenatal education. It offers reliable presence, emotional reassurance, and physical support during labour and the early postpartum transition.
Two Prenatal Meetings (In-Person)
Focused sessions to explore your hopes for birth, previous experiences (if applicable), preferences, and emotional needs. We discuss comfort measures, your support system, and how I can best support you during labour.
24/7 On-Call Support
From our first prenatal meeting until the birth of your baby, I’m available by phone or text for questions, reassurance, and support as things unfold.
Continuous Labour & Birth Support
Uninterrupted support throughout active labour and birth, whether at home or in the hospital. I offer hands-on comfort, grounding presence, and emotional support. I remain with you for up to one hour after birth to support your transition.
One Postpartum Home Visit
A nurturing in-home visit focused on your recovery, emotional well-being, breastfeeding support, and newborn care guidance.
Best for:
Mothers who want trusted birth support without in-depth prenatal education or bodywork.
Comprehensive, Body-Centered Support for a Prepared, Empowered Birth
This is my most comprehensive offering, designed for mothers who want to feel deeply prepared—physically, emotionally, and mentally—for birth. This package combines childbirth education, continuous birth support, and holistic bodywork to support both your nervous system and your body throughout pregnancy and postpartum.
Most families choose this package for the depth of preparation, individualized care, and integrative approach.
Holistic Childbirth Education & Prenatal Preparation (2–3 In-Person Sessions)
Personalized sessions covering:
The physiology of labour and birth
Comfort measures and natural pain-relief options
Breathwork, mindset, and emotional preparation
Exploring fears, previous birth experiences, and limiting beliefs
These sessions support both practical understanding and inner readiness.
Partner-Inclusive Support
Guidance for your partner on how to provide effective physical and emotional support during labour, fostering confidence, connection, and teamwork.
Birth Plan Guidance
Collaborative creation of a flexible, values-based birth plan to help you approach birth with clarity and confidence.
Holistic Bodywork (5 Sessions)
Five personalized bodywork sessions (Shiatsu, massage, or Reiki) to support balance, relaxation, and nervous system regulation during pregnancy and/or postpartum. These sessions can be used to relieve physical discomfort, reduce stress, and support recovery.
24/7 On-Call Phone & Text Support
Ongoing access to emotional support and guidance from our first session through birth.
Continuous Labour & Birth Support
Uninterrupted, grounded support throughout labour and birth, at home or in the hospital. I remain with you for up to one hour after birth to support integration and early bonding.
One Postpartum Home Visit
A gentle in-home visit supporting emotional well-being, breastfeeding, newborn care, and recovery.
Best for:
Mothers seeking deep preparation, holistic care, and hands-on support for both body and nervous system.
Streamlined Support for Returning Clients
This package is available exclusively to families who have previously birthed with me and are seeking familiar, focused support for a subsequent birth.
It honours the trust we’ve already built while offering a simplified structure.
One Prenatal Refresh Session
A focused session to reconnect, reflect on your previous birth, clarify what you want to do differently this time, and align on support needs and preferences.
24/7 On-Call Support (From 38 Weeks)
Phone and text availability for labour-related questions, emotional grounding, and early labour support.
Continuous Labour & Birth Support
Calm, familiar presence throughout active labour and birth. I remain with you for up to one hour after birth to ensure you feel settled and supported.
One Postpartum Home Visit
Focused support for emotional integration, breastfeeding guidance, newborn care, and postpartum adjustment.
Please Note:
This package does not include full childbirth education, multiple prenatal meetings, or bodywork. Additional services may be added at a preferred returning-client rate.
Best for:
Returning families who feel confident and want trusted support without extensive preparation.
Let’s meet, talk about your birth vision, and see if we’re a good fit. I would love to walk beside you on this beautiful journey.
📧 Email: info@lebonah.com
🌍 Serving: Hamilton, Burlington & surrounding areas – Ontario, Canada