MIDWIFE

I am a graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University's (previously Ryerson University) Midwifery Education Program (2019), where I earned my Bachelor of Health Sciences in Midwifery. Additionally, I hold a Master's degree in Health Promotion from the University of Toronto. Before entering the field of midwifery, I spent 18 years working as a public health nurse. Throughout my career, I gained extensive experience in early parenting, childhood development, and mental health.

Since 2009, I have been an internationally licensed lactation consultant. In my free time, I enjoy raising chickens and share my life with my partner and 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 realize 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 at Oak Valley Health. Although I no longer work as a community midwife with my own client caseload I enjoy providing regular locum coverage for Monarch Midwives and support in Lindsay as needed.

I am a parent of four children, all born at home and a grandmother of one! I love to garden, cycle, camp, cook, preserve and eat.  I have learned the importance of taking the time to truly enjoy family, food and love.

MIDWIFE

I’m Steph and I’m super stoked to be joining Monarch Midwives in the fall! I have lived and worked in Durham for 20+ years in a wide range of midwifery and education roles. In my non-work life, I love to teach yoga and live in, or on the water at our family cottage.  

Excited to meet you all soon!

ADMINISTRATOR

I joined Midwives of Lindsay in January of 2008 after being a stay at home Mom for 13 years.

I have a degree in Sociology and Psychology and a Volunteer Management certificate. For several years I put this educational knowledge to use in Volunteer Management positions with the Ross Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

From springtime through fall, I enjoy the solitude of tending my flower and vegetable gardens, and while winter is my least favourite season, I do enjoy daily walks through the snow covered woods and farm fields with my husband and golden retriever.

As the proud Mom of grown daughters Lyndsay and Latashya and son Landyn, I know how exciting and rewarding it is to bring a new life into the world. I look forward to welcoming you to our clinic and playing a small role in your journey to parenthood.