it takes a village to hold a family.
After a decade of supporting families as a one gal team, I decided to take my own advice and ask for help from my village; to provide your family with more options for support, education and held space. I know you will love them as much as I do.
Courtney Jenkins
doula. childbirth educator. infant massage instructor.
I have dedicated over half of my life to loving families and walking them through life’s transitions. I have a deep passion for meeting you where you are at, advocacy and peer connections- because no one should walk this path thinking they are all alone. This passion has lead to the births of my babies; Heart to Earth and The Solidarity Space.
I bring over 15 years of in-home family support and over a decade of knowledge, education and experience as a fully certified full spectrum doula, childbirth educator + infant massage instructor supporting families from pregnancy though postpartum and into the years of early parenting.
I deeply believe in the impact of unwavering, non-judgmental support for all families through pregnancy, birth + the early years of parenthood to nurture who each member is becoming. Showing the way to self trust and following what feels right.
The Solidarity Space is a physical holder of space, a safe space, a home. A collaboration of my most loved practitioners and community offerings striving to support the journey of bringing life and raising life in this world. A way to fill in the gaps in care I have been working alongside since beginning my journey;
a space that makes asking for help so simple. Advocacy, guidance, education, raw honesty and solidarity- the foundations for a village.
I am honoured to be able to support families through private and group education classes, labour and birth doula support, prenatal support, private meal prepping, nesting and postpartum support, infant massage education sessions, transitional ceremonies and community gatherings for parents and families.
I would like to thank you for the honour of considering myself and my village as part of your support village. I promise to honour and cherish every moment of our journey together.
Heather Jones
lactation consultant. registered nurse. Evidence Based Birth instructor.
Heather is a passionate labour and delivery nurse, specialized in perinatal nursing by the Canadian Nurse’ Association, as well as a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Evidence Based Birth Instructor and self-professed birth nerd.
She strives to bring respect back to birth and postpartum, one birth + one baby at a time.
Heather offers private nursing support, education and guidance to families on a one-on-one care basis, as well as teaching in depth education classes in group settings. She supports families working to establish a breastfeeding relationship with their little one with prenatal preparations, as well as postpartum hands-on guidance both in clinic, and in home. Her passion for advocacy and evidence in decision making is loud and clear in her work as an Evidence Based Birth Instructor, providing education sessions for families as well as care providers looking to expand their knowledge.
Sam Delong
doula + registered nurse.
Sam is a dedicated doula committed to providing comprehensive support to women and families during some of the most significant moments of their lives. Samantha is a full spectrum doula offerings services in perinatal, postpartum care, abortion support and hypnobirthing.
With a deep passion for women’s health, she believes that every woman/birthing person and family deserves personalized care that honours their unique experiences and needs. Her goal is to empower women and families through their childbirth and postpartum journey by offering compassionate guidance, informed support and a wealth of knowledge about the human body through both a medical and a holistic lens.
Sam offers prenatal, nesting, labour and postpartum support in home and hospital settings. She is well versed in communication within medical settings ensuring you receive the best possible care through strengthened relationships with care providers.
Sam will walk you through how to become a strong advocate for yourself and for your family, while also working with your support partner/birthing team to help them to learn how to best support you through birth and beyond.