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 26 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
Doulas
Hi, I'm Jennifer O!
Hi! I'm Jennifer! I have been supporting families as a doula for over 21 years! I provide a calm, supportive and deeply experienced presence during the postpartum period. I have a passion for helping new parents feel confident and strong in their own abilities.
I have 4 of my own kids, 2 adults and 2 teens! I can say that I am fueled by coffee, sustained by local live music and am occassionally sidetracked by sweing and designing!
Hi, I'm Jennifer W!
I’m a birth and postpartum doula, and a mom of three daughters. I understand that birth is a completely normal, natural process, as well as a deeply meaningful life transition and rite of passage. I’m passionate about helping families feel informed, supported, and truly seen as they move through it.I have a background in holistic nutrition, which means I place a strong focus on nourishment and rest during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Not only that, I come to pregnancy and birth with a holistic mindset, understanding that the health and wellbeing of people comes from caring for their whole selves. When I’m not supporting families, you’ll usually find me writing novels, travelling around Mexico, or curled up with a good book!
Hi, I'm Kendra!
Kendra is a trained doula with experience since 2021, offering compassionate, evidence-based support to growing families. After becoming a mother herself last year, her practice has shifted to focus primarily on postpartum care. Bringing both professional training and lived experience to support parents through recovery, newborn care, and the emotional transition into parenthood.
Hi, I'm Jayne!
I have been a certified birth and postpartum doula since 2020, and I am passionate about supporting women and their partners through all of the knowns and unknowns of labour and birth.
As a mother of four, I know firsthand how meaningful the right support can be. After the births of my first and second children, I experienced just how much having a knowledgeable, supportive person in the room can make a difference. Those experiences inspired me to become a doula so that I could offer that same sense of support, reassurance, and confidence to other families.
I feel honoured to walk alongside families through such a transformative season, providing compassionate, knowledgeable support while helping them feel informed, empowered, and cared for throughout their birth experience.
Hi, I'm Chanelle!
Hi! I'm Chanelle, I am a certified Postpartum Doula that specializes in overnights. I have a strong and nurturing energy to support newborns and parents, encouraging rest during this beautifully challenging time. I have been caring for children for over 10 years and has excelled at my transition to postpartum and newborn care. I am an advocate for mental health and deeply believes that additional assistance during the newborn and infant phase, whether provided through family or a Doula, is a huge part of maintaining a healthy mental state for parents
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!
Hi, I'm Jody!
I have been working as a registered nurse in maternal and infant health for over a decade. I am passionate about helping others to learn about the amazing things our bodies and minds are capable of within the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences.
My passion comes from witnessing and facilitating birthing families as they make this incredible journey together, and seeing how truly empowered they can be.
When I’m not at work in the hospital or teaching you can find me playing the French horn witha local wind symphony, crocheting, creating art, wrangling my many pets, paddleboarding, or spending time with loved ones.
I look forward to learning and exploring alongside you!
Hi, I'm Cristina!
With over 13 years of experience nursing in low to high risk obstetrics, postpartum, and newborn areas, as well as public health nursing, and urgent/emergency care, I feel I bring both professional expertise and personal insight to my role as a prenatal educator. I'm passionate about supporting families through one of the most transformative times of their lives: pregnancy, birth, and beyond. My goal is to help individuals, couples, and families feel confident, informed, and empowered through their journey into parenthood.
I believe that knowledge is the key to achieving that empowerment and confidence. I strive to provide clear, compassionate, and evidence-based education so families can make decisions that feel right for them in the most holistic way I can.
As a mom to a beautiful blended family of four children, ranging in age from 6 to 18, and an aunt to many nieces and nephews, I feel I've learned firsthand the incredible joys and the challenges that come with growing a family, and continue to learn as my family grows. My family is everything to me and when I'm not working, I love spending time doing anything and everything with them and with my friends. Personally, my faith keeps me going daily, I'm a passionate foodie, and I'm always seeking to learn and grow, both for myself and to better support those around me.
Hi, I'm Polina!
Hi! I'm Polina! I am a certified birth doula (CD(DONA)) and childbirth educator based in Calgary, Canada. I supports families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey with warmth, knowledge, and compassion. Combining evidence-based education with mindful practices, I love to help women feel confident, calm, and empowered during one of the most transformative times of their lives. Through years of education, support and practice in different countries, I can inspire mothers to trust their bodies, embrace their strength, and welcome birth as both a meaningful and empowering life experience. I love to teach and empower my Ukrainian community here in Calgary, but also love teaching with Calgary Birth Essentials as well.
Acupuncture
Hi, I'm Judy!
Dr. Judy Chou is a licensed Doctor of Acupuncture and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Calgary, Alberta. She earned her Doctor of Acupuncture degree from the Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture and is licensed through the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and a Master’s degree in Biomedical Technology, combining Eastern and Western medical perspectives in her care.
Her passion for women’s health is deeply personal. After a challenging journey to conceive, Dr. Chou experienced the healing benefits of acupuncture firsthand, inspiring her to support other women through fertility, pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery with compassionate, individualized care.
Dr. Chou also helps patients feel and look their best — inside and out. She provides treatments to relieve pain and stress, restore vitality, and enhance natural radiance, including approaches that support facial harmony and skin wellness. Her techniques include acupuncture needling, cupping, e-stim, Acutonics®, and other integrative modalities tailored to each patient’s needs.
Conveniently located within Calgary Birth Essentials, Dr. Chou welcomes families to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation (by appointment only) to explore how acupuncture can support their wellness journey.
Psychology
Hi, I'm Dr. Sonam!
Bio and picture coming soon!