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). I am CPR trained. 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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