About Your Doula, Amy Owen:
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I am a DONA certified birth doula and trained postpartum doula who has been working as a doula since 2009.
As the oldest in a family of 5 children and an Aunty to 7 nieces and nephews, as well as friends' children, I have always been the one who helps everyone with their babies. I thought it would easy when I had my two children, but I found out quickly that I did not know enough and needed help. This led me to find out about doulas and, when I did, I knew what I was meant to do. I am an active member of DONA, Ottawa Valley Doulas, and the Association of Ontario Doulas. As a member of these professional organizations, I keep myself up to date about best practices and changing protocols. Though these organizations I adhere to specific Codes of Conduct and Ethical Responsibilities. In addition to my doula training, I have a Bachelor of Arts (English/Psychology) as well as a certificate in Infection Protocol and Control (IPAC). My police records check for working with the vulnerable sector is up to date. My COVID, flu and measles vaccines are also up to date. I hold professional liability insurance. I'm told that I'm a "baby whisperer." When I am not working, you may find me with my two kids and husband; in my vegetable garden; neglecting my lawn; reading a good book on that lawn full of weeds (the bees love them); playing with my rescued dog; snowshoeing; or visiting my extended family (3 brothers, 1 sister, 12 aunts and uncles, 20+ cousins!). I nearly always have a coffee or tea in my hand. If I become your doula, I will always get you one on my way to your birth or your home! My dream is for everyone to have a positive story to tell about birthing and parenting their baby. My Experience and Training:
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