https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/home daily 1.0 2025-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/a43a6dca-2000-4214-b9b8-e094568f84f2/DSC_7353.jpg Home - Holistic support for all Pregnancy Outcomes & bodies… Fundamentally, this is your journey, your body, your choice. Pregnancy can be a huge milestone in a person’s life, feeling safe, heard and held are some of the most basic requirements, yet these emotional aspects can be overlooked in typical maternity care today. As your doula I will be your guide, a “birth sherpa”, so that you and your support team feel prepared, safe and confident in your autonomous journey. I am honoured to provide unwavering care for families moving through pregnancy loss, birth and postpartum in Vancouver, BC. https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/kind-words daily 0.75 2022-02-11 https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/birth-support-photography daily 0.75 2025-10-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/b53ac753-cecc-4f06-888d-757d814b30ed/Appenheimer+Fam-217.jpg https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/postpartum-support daily 0.75 2025-04-03 https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/miscarriage-abortion-pregnancy-release-support daily 0.75 2023-01-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/1612423416142-E7AGF2P1VRHJVJSUCFH1/Anne+Nyg%C3%A5rd Full Spectrum Pregnancy Loss Support - Education & INformation This is your choice, I will be here to support your decision 100% and ensure you have safe options and reassuring support. I will support you in deciding the best route for ending your pregnancy, safely expelling and preparing to heal your body. I’ll ensure you know ALL your options so that you can make an informed decision for you and your body. Education & sourcing of herbs Information on your options and possible routes Preparation on what to expect Support for mind, body soul preparation & healing Education on normal/abnormal effects of herbs and medication Review of the healthy physiological process https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/1612423830893-SMN8MOK6FQ6STELW36PI/Carolyn%2BV Full Spectrum Pregnancy Loss Support - Emotional Support Entering space to support clients without assumptions is an essential part of doula'ing. I understand the ending of a pregnancy can mean many different things for everyone, many emotions or not many at all. I will be there for those hard dark questions, the emotional undertaking of moving through an end of a pregnancy, but most importantly unwavering encouragement and reassurance. I will be on call for you from the moment we begin working together via phone, text and email and in-person once requested. I will validate your experience and compassionately accompany you through this release. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/1612425232375-EV2B0BYE0DRB0SBJAOL4/Kelly+Sikkema Full Spectrum Pregnancy Loss Support - Practical Support Creating a plan (provider, support people, how) Use of comfort measures (heating pads, TENS machine etc.) Planning logistics of the experience Childcare What to have/bring with you Aftercare plan and preferences (rest, support, food) Spiritual offering Holistic healing Meal prep support https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/1612425855229-KMD380X8ENYVA8B566DI/Drew+Jemmett Full Spectrum Pregnancy Loss Support - in-person support There is deep importance to healing preparation before, during and after ending a pregnancy, just as we would surround a new parent after giving birth. On-call to be by your side once the process has begun Knowledge of physiological process and looking out for signs of abnormality Unwavering support in home or clinical setting during release of your pregnancy Emotional, physical and practical support Hydration & nourishment throughout the process Herbs to tonify the uterus, replenish iron and heal the body Getting supplies organized and set up Preparation of a nourishing warming meal to help heal https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/get-in-touch daily 0.75 2024-08-14 https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/new-page-1 daily 0.75 2025-04-06 https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/products-i-love daily 0.75 2025-01-10 https://www.instinctivebirth.ca/about daily 0.75 2025-04-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/bdce4292-67d5-4a6f-8cf0-83ac60e3b7ff/DSC_7268-Edit.jpg Martha Lanphear Doula - My path to birth work… I came to find my passion for supporting families after I was deeply involved in my sister’s pregnancy and birth journey. Since then I have taken numerous trainings and grown my experience through supporting clients. I have completed training through Motherwit and am certified through Wise Women Way of Birth. I utilize tools gained through my diverse education to support you through miscarriage, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I strive to ensure I continue to provide informed support for all birthing people, all bodies and all families. I am here to help honour your chosen path. Through my studies in school and experiences as a birth worker, I am especially passionate about debunking society’s views around pregnancy loss and birthing process, discovering evidence based information and using knowledge as power. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/600cc8976c455e4aedfab207/1649912244417-DQ08WEXPRXM034Y55J06/Hands+on.JPG Martha Lanphear Doula - My support style… My personality shines through in my role as a birth worker, you can expect to be met with open, honest discussions, my love of all beings and some good laughs. I draw from my past desire to be a sexual health educator through using non-judgemental care no matter the topic. I have a knack for making families feel comfortable during this transformative process and confident in choosing decisions that feel right for them. I will hold space and support you in knowing your choices, so if new obstacles arise you can continue to be in charge of your body. When I’m not supporting families, I can be found at any farmers market, intuitively moving my body with pals, and eating delicious plant-based food. 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