Candace Cain
A little about me
Thanks for stopping by. I know the importance of carefully selecting your birth team and it would be an honour to join yours. I’m Candace, the doula behind Candace Cain Doula Services. I wear many hats these days including a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and doula. Each one brings me so much joy. I have always been one to support those around me but my strong pull in this direction started after the birth of my own daughter. During my pregnancy and more specifically after I had my daughter I really realized the need birthers have for support throughout pregnancy, birth and the sacred postpartum period. I believe in your ability to birth your babe and I am so honoured you have considered me to join your journey. I am also an advocate for responsive parenting and I believe the best way to achieve that is by supporting the birther. It isn't just healthy baby/healthy birther that matters, that is actually the bare minimum, your entire experience matters. I’m passionate about helping you advocate for yourself, providing evidence based info and I think most importantly being there along side you for the entire journey as a doula-to support. Whether it’s your 1st or your 5th pregnancy, it’s a major milestone. I make it my work to support you and your choices every step of the way.
My Offerings
"Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers-strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength"
I understand each pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience is unique, for this reason I strive to offer unique support to you and your needs.
I also offer body feeding support, weaning support, responsive parenting support, childbirth classes and postpartum planning.
Support Through Birth
I believe you know your body and your baby best and I believe in your ability to birth your baby. I aim to bring unwavering support to you and your family before, during and after birth. I will stay in close contact in order to check in with how you’re doing and
offer support, suggestions and affirmations. I would never over shadow the role of your partner, I am here to help them too; and if you don't have one with you I can fill that role. I offer both in person and online support depending on your wishes. Find out more about this investment under Packages.
Postpartum Support
My postpartum support goal is to ensure you get the best information and care possible. I aim to nurture you and your new family. Duties will vary based on your unique experience and requests but might include light cleaning such as laundry or loading or unloading the dishwasher, going for walks with you and your new baby, holding the baby while you shower or nap or rest, prepping some food for you to cook later or sometimes it just means sitting and replaying your unique birth experience and reminding you how well you did. Some packages include postpartum support but this can be purchased as a separate or an add on. Find out more about this investment under Packages or reach out today.
Plans
Before any service, I always offer an initial meet and greet chat to get to know each other and ask all the questions needed and decide if we would be a good fit
Most Popular Birth Plan:
Weekly or biweekly calls from time of agreement until birth to discuss your week, your pregnancy and to get to know each other better
Available via text/email to answer any questions that may arise
2 Prenatal visits via Zoom to cover what to expect, comfort measures and postpartum planning
1 Zoom meeting will include the back up doula so you can meet her as well
Access to lending library-pregnancy, birth and postpartum books
Unlimited on call support from 38 weeks until birth
Birth support during active labour and 1-2 hours afterwards
A follow up call in the first week postpartum to check in
3-4 postpartum hours
$1200
Postpartum Workshop:
With this offering I will provide a private (in person or over Zoom) information session covering how to prepare for the postpartum period. Some topics we will cover include: the importance of rest and how to really do it, relationship changes, roles and role changes, setting boundaries regarding visitors, rules for visiting, meal prep and easy nutritious recipes, knowing how and when to ask for help.
$100
Postpartum Services:
$30/hr for a minimum of 3 hours
I highly recommend adding Doula services to your baby shower registry! Gift Cards can be purchased for any of my services.
Respectful/Gentle Parenting
After having my own daughter I soon discovered mainstream parenting did not feel authentic to me. It felt forced and often left me feeling insecure as a new mom and full of anxiety. Once I discovered an approach that worked for me suddenly motherhood became enjoyable and my relationship with my daughter blossomed. Respectful parenting begins at birth. Acts such as telling baby you are going to wipe their nose before doing it, or letting them know you are going to change their clothes now and giving them a minute before picking them up sets the tone for a lifelong respectful relationship with them. I offer consults and discussions to help find what feels authentic to you and your unique family. I also specialize in highly sensitive babies and toddlers. A one time consult is $75
Feeding and Nutrition Birth-One Year
All too often new parenthood is clouded by feeding insecurities and questions. It was easier to nourish them in pregnancy but it can be tricker now that they are here. Parenthood and especially new parenthood should never be clouded by feeding. Remember you are not alone. Your babies weight is not a report card. Regardless if you are nursing, bottle feeding or weaning I can offer support and evidence based information to get you through it. I also offer support for starting solids beginning at about 6 months of age. This is a time many parents have fears and questions. Consults range from $50-$100
Prenatal/Postpartum Classes
In these virtual or in person classes we will be covering the 3rd trimester and important nutrition, healthy habits and comfort measures. Labour by the different stages, labouring positions and comfort measures. Common interventions and choices you have. C-sections, and what happens when your birth plan changes. The first hour after birth, recovery, newborn tips and feeding. The postpartum period and what happens next! It’s an informative course that leaves you feeling prepared. Classes with be held privately over Zoom or in your home. Class cost is $120 for up to 2 people
If you would like to learn more about what Candace Cain Doula Services offers or how we can help please reach out anytime. All inquires welcome and always a safe judgment free zone here. Sending love to the birthing world.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more about my services or see me on Instagram @doulacandace
Hamilton, ONT and Surrounding
My Process
Nurturing Care
As an experienced and Dona trained doula I am well equipped to assist you while you navigate your pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I firmly believe that a new baby does much better in life with happy, healthy caregivers and that each new caregiver needs a village. I can be your village. I can help during pregnancy with all the millions of things you would otherwise turn to Google for! I set aside time for weekly calls so we can catch up on your pregnancy and how you are feeling. Birth should always be supported and the more support the better. I will be your person and if you have a partner I will be their person too! Postpartum should always be supported and nurtured. I am here to assist with that. However you need me. Sometimes that means holding babe so you can shower or nap, sometimes that’s doing light cleaning or laundry, running errands or cooking meals. I tailor my services to your immediate needs. Most of all though, I love this work, I love watching your journey and being a calm, confident presence beside you. Sending so much love to everyone exploring the possibility of a doula.