MIDWIFE

As a midwife since 2019 and a public health nurse from 1998- 2018 I have had the pleasure of working with many families.   It was my early work as a nurse working with pregnant people and babies that started me down the path of midwifery. That connection to families and helping them navigate information and choice that has always been my passion.  For 15 years I also maintained my international breastfeeding license, and practiced as a lactation consultant. During this time, I also completed my master’s degree in Health Promotion with a focus on women’s health and informed choice. I am currently studying Traditional Chinese Medicine.  As well as my work at Monarch Midwives, I also spend several months every year working as a midwife in the far north in isolated communities. I am very much dedicated to improving access to care for indigenous people.

In my free time I enjoy sewing, raising chickens, hiking with my dogs, and travelling with my partner and my three children (all of whom were born with the assistance of midwives).

MIDWIFE

I have been a practicing midwife since 2004.  My midwifery journey began when I was 4 years old and witnessed the home birth of my sister.  I grew up wanting to be a part of that life-changing event and came to learn I could support people as a midwife to realized their true power through childbirth.  Every birth I attend is a privilege and an honour.  Most of my career has been in Durham Region with hospital privileges at Markham Stouffville Hospital (now Oak Valley Health).  I am also a part-time Hospitalist at the Alongside Midwifery Unit, Oak Valley Health.

I am a proud parent of four, all born at home with midwives. I am now also proud to be called Grammy by my wonderful granddaughter who will soon be a big sister. I love to garden, cycle, camp, hike, preserve and eat.  I have learned the importance of taking the time to truly enjoy family, food and love.

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My journey into the land of birth work evolved after I first became a girl mom in 2001.  Three daughters later, and I am still here!  For 25 years I have lived and worked in Durham Region in a variety of education and midwifery roles.  From teaching highschool, to running a postpartum clinic and being called back to community midwifery, the learning never ends.  Trauma informed principles and the importance of the mind-body connection have shaped the care I am so grateful to offer to clients.  When I am not catching babies, I teach yoga, and love being outdoors with the multitude of mammals that I call family!

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I’m excited to be joining the Monarch Midwives in the charming community of Port Perry. I graduated from the Midwifery Education Program at McMaster University, where I had the opportunity to train alongside midwives and other healthcare professionals across the Hamilton, Burlington, Kitchener/Waterloo, and Stratford areas. My partner and I now look forward to joining a community that offers a slower pace of life and a strong connection to nature. 

 Midwifery has been part of my life from the very beginning. Having been delivered by a midwife, I developed an early appreciation for the profession’s client-centred approach and commitment to evidence-based care. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking with my dog, kayaking, and exploring local farmers’ markets.