I am passionate about babies and their care and this led me to become a Postpartum Doula.
I’m a younger mom of two grown-up children; I have been around babies and children of all ages since I started babysitting in England when I was in my teens. Over the years, I have helped many friends with their new-borns, in Scotland, Switzerland and here in Vancouver. I then decided to turn my passion into a career, to help new families in Vancouver.
One thing I hear many times is that I have calmness about me; I will pass this onto you and your baby. I truly enjoy the presence of babies and understand how overwhelming they can be to new parents, especially those who have no family near by.
My main qualifications are CAPPA and Canadian Red Cross CPR for babies and young children. I maintain my high level of training by continuous education, around all aspects of childcare and parenting. Through my recent part-time job for the Vancouver School Board as a pupil Supervision Aide at a West-end elementary school, I also have updated police checks.
I have recently provided after-care for circumcised babies.
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“Having Amanda as my Doula was like having my mom here… she knew what to do and got on with it.”
East Vancouver mom
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“Amanda with her calm take-charge attitude was a lifesaver on her first day with us, all three of us.”
False Creek parents
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“Amanda helped me with feelings of stress after the birth of our son, helped us feel confident bathing our son too.”
North Vancouver parents
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“Amanda gave the right suggestions at the right time. Helped me with the breastfeeding that was so scary to start with.”
Kit’s mom
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“Amanda is an experienced mom with many years of baby care behind her; she will help all who ask for her services. Every new mom should have a Postpartum Doula to help and guide her through those first couple of weeks of parenthood.”
Vancouver mom
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“Having no immediate family in Vancouver, both my husband and I appreciated the gentle and kind presence of Amanda who determined what was most needed in our household to help our transition into a family. She was incredibly helpful and considerate.
With her calming presence and experienced demeanor, Amanda made the first days with a new baby at home lot easier. “
Dr. Amelie Stritzke FRCPC
