Holistic Birthwork & Advocacy
Studies have found that continuous one-to-one doula support is associated with shorter labours, fewer medical interventions (including induction and caesarean births), and a higher likelihood of physiological vaginal birth. Research shows that having postpartum doula support can help reduce your odds of experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety by up to 64% by providing the dedicated care you need during those first vulnerable weeks with your new baby.
The kind of support I offer -
As your doula, I oversee the holistic picture of pregnancy, birth & postpartum, and help you feel as prepared and comfortable as possible. My wish for you and all women, is that your birth journey is rooted in care, presence, and informed choice. That you are met with safety and love, so you can bloom into motherhood feeling connected, held, and empowered. I ensure women and families are not alone during this mighty transition, through offering holistic nourishment, bodywork, information-sharing, advocacy, and other support.
During my training at Da a Luz, I developed a broad understanding of the physiological, emotional, spiritual, and psychological layers of pregnancy, birth and postpartum. My training included an extensive exploration of normal birth physiology, the hormonal processes involved in labour, the importance of safety and connection for oxytocin, and the ways in which the birth environment and my presence can influence your birthing experience.
Research shows that continuous, one-to-one doula support throughout pregnancy, labour, and postpartum brings significant benefits for mother, baby, and family - including shorter labours, fewer interventions (including epidurals and caesarean births), and a higher likelihood of physiological vaginal birth.
As a holistic doula, my intention is to honour birth as a sacred, physiological threshold - where babies are welcomed in peace and deep attunement, and families feel resourced and empowered as they step into this profound initiation.
Pregnancy & Birth Support
Postpartum Support
Threshold Ceremonies
Placenta Magic
“I was lucky to receive Eliza's support after I gave birth to my first baby. My birth experience didn't go as planned and I was feeling like I needed more support in my postpartum period. I was really feeling the need to integrate my birth experience into my body and to not have to leave my newborn baby to do so. Eliza came to my home, brought nourishing treats and made me a herbal perineal spray after I was complaining about irritation, gave me nourishing body work sessions with my baby nursing beside me, and she listened and helped me process my birth experience. She then held a beautiful Closing of the Bones Ceremony for me and I felt like I was receiving a giant hug of love from her and my chosen loved ones. I felt like my body, soul and mind were able to come home and feel whole during a time filled with sleep exhaustion and depletion from being a new mother. I am so grateful for the nourishment and sacredness Eliza brought into my postpartum experience. I felt like I was able to recover and be a better new mother because of her support. Thank you Eliza, I highly recommend her services!” - Nicole, 28th August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
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A doula is a non-medical support person who walks alongside you through pregnancy, birth, and supports your postpartum period. My role as your doula, is to support you emotionally and physically, through sharing information to help you feel safe, informed, and connected to your body and your choices. I’m there to hold space for your experience, whatever it looks like, and to honour birth as a physiological event, and a deeply transformative rite of passage.
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A midwife is a trained medical professional who is trained in clinical and medical processes around birth - they monitor wellbeing, provide medical support, and step in when needed. A doula, on the other hand, is there solely for you. I don’t provide medical care - my role is to offer continuous emotional, physical, and informational support. I work alongside midwives and medical teams though, helping you feel grounded, heard, and supported within whatever birth setting you choose.
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Research shows that continuous, one-to-one support from a doula during pregnancy, labour, and postpartum, has significant benefits for both mama and baby, and the wider family. Studies have found that doula support is associated with shorter labours, fewer medical interventions (including induction and caesarean births), and a higher likelihood of physiological vaginal birth.
Birth is an experience that shapes how you feel about yourself, your body, and your transition into parenthood. Having a doula means having continuous, grounded support throughout that journey. I’m there to help you feel more at ease, to support you and your partner/support people - through offering guidance and reassurance, and to advocate for your preferences.
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You can find all of my offerings above!
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Yes, my services are covered by the Doulas for Aboriginal Families Grant Program (DAFGP). If you are indigenous and based in BC, you get my services completely free!
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Physiological birth is birth that doesn’t involve medical intervention and is guided by the body’s natural processes. I believe the body holds an innate wisdom for birth, and when the right conditions of safety, support, and trust are present, this process can unfold in a powerful and instinctive way. At the same time, every birth is unique. My role as your doula is not to push any one way of birthing, but to support you in understanding your options and feeling empowered in whatever direction your birth takes.
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Yes - in British Columbia, you can choose to give birth at home, in hospital, or in a birth centre, depending on your preferences. There is no one “right” place to give birth - what matters most is that you feel safe, supported, and informed in your choices. I am here to help you explore your options and feel empowered in whatever setting you choose for your birth.
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Absolutely! Your partner’s involvement can be a really important part of your birth experience.
Oxytocin, also known as the “love hormone,” plays a key role in labour and birth. It supports contractions and helps the body move through birth, and is also involved in bonding and birthing the placenta. Feeling safe, connected, supported, and loved up can all help support the natural flow of oxytocin, and many people find their partner’s presence grounding and reassuring.
My role is to support both you and your partner. I work alongside them, helping them feel confident, included, and resourced in how to support you. This often allows partners to be more present and connected, without feeling overwhelmed or unsure of what to do.