Hey There!
I’m Sharon
I help expecting parents become confident parents.
My first pregnancy, I did all the things I thought I was supposed to do to prepare for my birth, and bringing my baby home. I took the hospital classes and thought I was ready.
As it turns out, although I really liked my doctor, when I was giving birth, I felt overwhelmed and scared. I didn’t know I could speak up. I assumed the staff was there to support me, and they had my best interest in mind.
However, I birthed ALONE, literally.
My son came into this world, while the nurse and doctor were out of the room. When they rushed back in, they blamed me for not waiting!
When I brought my son home, although he was a good baby, I was unprepared, for how overwhelmed, nervous and tired I would be.
I did not have help for my postpartum, and again I was ALONE.
I have made it my mission to build a company that prepares and supports expecting new parents, so they NEVER have to feel ALONE.
And I have been doing it for 25 years!
I’ve got you!
Various dates and times to book a free consultation, to give you details and answer your questions.
Meet my team
Educators
Hi, I’m Mollie!
I am one of the childbirth educators with Calgary Birth Essentials. I have been a Birth worker for almost 12 years as a Labour and Delivery Nurse and Birth Doula. I am married to my best adventure buddy and Mom to an amazing 5 year old.
I’m happiest near water, especially on a paddleboard, fly fishing, or just doing anything outside with my family.
I am passionate about empowering people to have the best birth and parenting experience possible!
Psychology
Hi, I’m Janelle!
I am a Registered Psychologist, and Mom of two, with a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology (Adler University, Vancouver, BC). Since 2015, I have been providing compassionate counselling services to individuals and couples in private practice, corporate, and agency settings. I help my clients learn practical tools to manage issues such as prenatal/postpartum depression & anxiety, parenting, life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship challenges.
My own journey through pregnancy and parenthood, along with my specialized training in perinatal mental health, helped shape my interest in supporting parents during this major life transition. I primarily work with Moms, Dads, birthing people, and parents-to-be to help them navigate the peaks and valleys associated with the experience of parenthood.
Depending on the unique needs of each client, my approach to counselling offers a blend of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Adlerian Therapy, mindfulness, self-compassion, and Solution-Focused Therapy techniques. If you feel like we might be a fit—feel free to reach out for a 15 minute free phone consultation to help you decide.
With support, you can realize that you are not alone, and change is possible. I meet you where you’re at, and we move forward from there.
Hi, I’m Kendra!
My “Dr.” title reflects a PhD in clinical psychology, a degree that’s led to over 15 years of supporting children (0-18 years), caregivers, families, and adults in different settings including hospitals, school divisions, a non-profit organization, and private practice. Importantly, however, I’m a mom and wife experiencing first-hand the incredible joys and complexities of my most meaningful and important relationships: parenting and marriage. I’m also a friend who looks forward to connecting over pizza, coffee, and dessert. Always dessert. And lastly, I’m a fan of hot weather who enjoys live theatre and music, sporting events, travel, and big (really big) cities.
I returned to private practice because everyday I get to do the absolute most important and fulfilling work. Everyday I join with individuals, couples, and new parents as they make and work on goals related to relationships, wellness, parenting, and other things meaningful to them. And everyday, I am trusted with stories and journeys, hurts and pains, strengths and insecurities, feelings and thoughts, laughter and tears, and hopes and goals so that life and relationships look different. More peaceful. More enjoyable. More fun. More meaningful. Maybe Closer. Clearer. Simpler. And often more hopeful and confident. Even easier.
If you’re considering psychology support and have questions about the process be sure to request a free 15-minute consultation.
Stay Tuned!
We are super excited to be creating a new team to serve you better. Stay tuned as we start introducing the amazing team that we have been working on over the last few months.