First Reach

Pregnant women, childbirth and babies are most definitely my passion and have been for about as far back as I can remember. I notice every baby bump I pass on the street and every baby I see brings a smile to my face. I can listen to birth stories all day long. I really feel that being a doula is what I was meant to do.
Recently I learned of the First Reach Program offered by the YMCA that helps woman from less than ideal backgrounds and situations through their journey into motherhood. I met with one of the counsellors this afternoon to see if there was a place for me in the program and feel like it would be a wonderful opportunity for me to learn as well as giving back to my community. Regardless of why they got pregnant or whether or not it is an ideal situation – bottom line is that they ARE pregnant – it is not our place to judge them as mothers or decide whether or not they should be a mother. They need someone to stand up for them and beside them and give them and their babies the best chance possible.
I am honoured that they would like me to join their program and look forward to the experiences that lie ahead for me there.

*Please contact me if you would like more information on the program or would like to donate gently used baby clothes, toys and supplies*

Lots of love as always,

Seanna