Resources

Near by Caregivers

Michelle - A reflective and healing doula
https://linktr.ee/MichelleTyliakos

Stephanie Penner - Doula specializing in loss and an advocate for informed consent
https://www.instagram.com/stephaniepennerdoula/

​Samantha - Lovely and experienced doula who's passionate about offering informative and kind care
​https://www.themayasnest.com/birthdoula.html

Candice - talented Photography, videography, Birth Doula, Loss Doula, Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). She is also super funny and shares personal information in a meaningful way.
​https://stagesdoula.ca/

Ridge Meadows Doula Services- a group of respected and adored doulas in maple ridge (travel outside as well)

 http://www.ridgemeadowsdoulaservices.com/

Taryn Bennett - Local doula and birth photographer

http://www.raisethemwell.ca/

Sarah at Awesome Birth Services- Doula and Clinical Counsellor, Virtual Appts

https://awesomebirth.ca/home/private-counselling/

My Powerful Birth with Sam and Michelle. HIGHLY recommend. Use the promo code “SIMPLY25” for $25 off the course fee

https://www.michelletyliakos.com/my-powerful-birth

M to M Wellness

https://mtomwellness.com/

Postpartum Depression and Anxiety- Online
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-topics/tn9653

Anxiety Support - Online
https://anxietycanada.com/articles/postpartum-anxiety-and-depression/

Dr Alex Malek-Abdul- Amazing Clinical Counsellor, Port Moody. Specific support in Trauma Therapy
https://www.portmoodytherapy.com

Kathryn Morelli- Abbotsford
https://www.reposetherapy.com/about-us/meet-the-repose-team/kathryn-morelli

Chris Rensch- Clinical Child Counsellor, Fort Langley (Great for Siblings dealing with transitioning to BIG sister or brother)
https://chrisrensch.com

Nicole Chambers-a Doula and Counsellor who focuses on birth trauma and parenting
www.nicolechamberscounselling.com

Erica Djossa - Mom Therapist

https://happyasamother.co (maternal mental health platform)

For more information on breastfeeding lactation consultant, visit our page by clicking here.

Supportive, informative and reputable source of information
https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/

Helping soothe your baby with Colic or reflux symptoms 

https://www.lunalactation.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/09maycolor_reflux.pdf

Tongue and Lip tie information
https://www.drghaheri.com

https://breastfeedingusa.org/content/article/tell-me-about-tongue-ties -An informative summary on oral restrictions (tongue tie) and why we are seeing so many of them now

https://www.lunalactation.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ankyloglossia_aapnewsletter.pdf  -Discusses components of tongue tie and how it impacts feeding

Thrush information
https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/thrush/

https://ibconline.ca/information-sheets/candida-protocol/

General Pain with Breastfeeding
https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/pain-general/

Low Milk Supply
https://www.lowmilksupply.org

http://www.mobimotherhood.org/ - An excellent resource for parents struggling with supply challenges

Baby Moon: Also known as the 24 hour cure for breastfeeding challenges
https://www.pomegranate-midwives.com/resources/postpartum/the-24-hr-cure/

Dr Jack Newman information and helpful videos
https://ibconline.ca/breastfeeding-videos-english/

Paced Bottle Feeding Demo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGPm5SpLxXY

Medela https://youtu.be/Ju890wsLgqE
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezGIkIkhC_o

Want more milk when pumping? Use your hands!
https://www.nancymohrbacher.com/articles/2012/6/27/to-pump-more-milk-use-hands-on-pumping.html

Have a fussy baby? Dr Sears is an attachment parenting supporter. Highly Recommend his website for parenting advice and coping suggestions
https://www.askdrsears.com/topics/health-concerns/fussy-baby/high-need-baby/12-features-high-need-baby

Unicef UK Baby Friendly Initiative: Hand expression - www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0zVCwdJZw0

Resource for Families includes communicable disease, breastfeeding, Introduction to Solids - www.healthyfamiliesbc.ca

Kelly Mom -A quick go to for most parenting and breastfeeding questions - www.kellymom.com

Starting Solid Foods? Changing formulas? Call 811 and ask to speak to the dietitian on call
www.healthlinkbc.ca/dietitian-services

Drinking and Breastfeeding, what you should know
www.laleche.org.uk/alcohol-and-breastfeeding/
https://www.facebook.com/DrJackNewman/posts/alcohol-and-breastfeeding-happy-holidays-all-from-our-breastfeeding-clinic-in-to/422431411241244/

Want to have amazing up to date information on pretty much any breastfeeding topic? Check out Dr Jack Newman’s website.
https://ibconline.ca/

Videos to help support your feeding challenges
https://ibconline.ca/breastfeeding-videos-english

My Baby Was Diagnosed With A Tongue-tie, but the Dr Says NO to Release; what gives?

https://www.mattoslactation.com/blog/provider-says-no-to-tongue-tie-release

Covid and Updated information for Breast/chest milk giving families
http://safelyfed.ca/covid19-resources/

Products that are helpful in creating successful and happier feeding journeys

https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/2U9LSV550VPXZ?ref_=wl_share

Mastitis protocol updated 2022 

https://www.bfmed.org/assets/ABM%20Protocol%20%2336.pdf

Are not always done by an experienced dentist.
These are Dentists I know and have seen excellent work from:

Katie Anderson (she/they)
Registered Sign Language Interpreter
Child-Passenger Safety Technician
Voice/text: 604.839.5437
Book online at: https://saferseats.janeapp.com/account

Katie Anderson (she/they)
Registered Sign Language Interpreter
Child-Passenger Safety Technician
Voice/text: 604.839.5437
Book online at: https://saferseats.janeapp.com/account

Inclusivity and Diversity Awareness and Supports

Information to support transgender/non binary parents 

https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/transgender-non-binary-parents/?fbclid=IwAR3nOtjCm5vOOq_F4VXVhIwSKygk3HzuKgvcDEoOJRA2yw64cjgj_IqFcns&fs=e&s=cl

Q&A regarding transgender breastfeeding 

https://dianawest.com/trans-breastfeeding-faq/

Breastfeeding without giving birth 

https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-without-giving-birth-2/?fs=e&s=cl

Induced lactation 

https://www.laleche.org.uk/relactation-induced-lactation/?fs=e&s=cl

Looking for milk? You could consider getting support from Human milk for human babies group 

http://www.hm4hb.net/?fs=e&s=cl