Postpartum Doula Support
After birth there's a sacred window of time, a time of complete rejuvenation of a woman's physical, mental and spiritual health. A time for deep, extended bonding with her newborn. The first 42 days after birth set the stage for her next 42 years.
Yasha Oakes
Doula Packages + Offerings.
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My Postpartum Care Packages are primarily focused on nourishing you with food as medicine. Each session I deliver a week's worth of homemade, organic meals inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Principles. Each session also includes other nourishing postpartum rituals and practical care / support. Please click below to read more about these packages and their inclusions.
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● Birth Attendant Training with Rhea Dempsey
● Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (2 years completed)
● Postpartum Practices with Sarah (Down to Birth Midwifery)
● Herbal Supports for Postpartum with Carla Sage
● Lotus Birth with Amy Lou
● Kitchen Table Medicine with herbalist Heidi Merika
● Trauma-Informed Practitioner Training w. Subtle Self.
● Certified Cycle Coach with Claire Baker
● Traditional Usui Reiki Level 1 & 2 w. Georgia Smyrk
● Tibetan Singing Bowl Therapy & Sound Healing Level 1 & 2
Client Testimonials
“Every woman should have the opportunity to have a postpartum doula like Shannon.
She was an absolute Angel and I felt so connected to her when we had our first meeting. She is intuitive, health conscious, open minded, a wonderful listener, amazing cook and fairy cleaner. It was the entire package. I came out of my 4 weeks with her feeling nourished and held on all the levels, it was so sad when we had our last visit.
I am disappointed it took me till my 3 pregnancy to experience such support , I would recommend it for any woman, you absolutely will tell everyone it’s the best thing you did and every mother deserves this type of nurturing. ”
“I was lucky enough to have Shannon as my postpartum doula for a month and I wish I could have kept her forever!! Every week she would bring delicious, nourishing meals, snacks and drinks to keep me well fed and hydrated. It is such a peaceful feeling knowing that you have a fridge stocked with things to grab while feeding a baby!!
Shannon would always offer me a herbal foot soak, hot drink, snack and whatever else I needed to feel relaxed and nurtured. She would then get to work with light cleaning and washing (always so much washing!), and I would immediately start to feel my nervous system calming down.
She was great to debrief the transition from one to two with and we had many chats about my birth and she always made me feel so proud of my body and what it had achieved.
Shannon was such an asset to my sacred postpartum and I will forever cherish our special time together and look back at it with so much fondness.
I would highly recommend Shannon to every mama, her support created a beautiful opportunity for me to rest deeply, be well nourished and bond with my bubba. ”
“I was lucky enough to meet Shannon through our studies with Rhea Dempsey. I immediately bonded with Shannon, both typical Virgo girls. We like things done right, we like things done well, and that is Shannon. She executes everything she does with care, love and deep intention.
Shannon has a beautiful vibrant energy, and I felt prior to conceiving my second baby that she would be the perfect soul to look after us in our postpartum.
The time I spent with Shannon was lovely. We talked while she cared for me. She provided drinks and herbal infusions. She cooked for our family for four weeks as well as folding washing, cleaning my kitchen and fixing my bedsheets.
I felt so privileged to have a friend care for me during this time, time spent so supported and so held.”
“Dear Shannon, From the bottom of my heart, Thank you, for your loving and generous support during my birth and postpartum. The difference between my first birth and postpartum to this one were worlds apart. You have been an essential part of nourishing my body with your beautiful food and allowing me to be the best version of myself to mother my boys. Your support will not be forgotten.”
“I had always known that I wanted a doula by my side with my pregnancies. When I fell pregnant, I didn’t actually have someone I had connected with. An offer popped up with Shan and I knew in my soul that it was right. She was meant to be there! Throughout my whole pregnancy I felt so supported by Shan. Physically, emotionally and spiritually. She was incredible helping preparing for birth/postpartum and played such an integral role throughout my first long labour and postpartum. Thank you Shan!”
“Dearest Shan, Thank you for your love and support throughout my pregnancy and postpartum with Amari. I’ll never forget my journey with this pregnancy, thank you for playing such an important role in it. You truly shine as a doula and so many women will be grateful that you listened to your soul’s calling. Thanks to you, so many families will experience extraordinary care and love during such a significant time in their lives.”
Menstrual Cycle Mentoring
There is nothing that I love and cherish more, than being a cyclical being. One that transitions through various seasons throughout the month and one that connects to the wisdom of her body, every day.
Educational Cycle Workshops
Over the past few years, I have held many online and in-person workshops for corporate workplaces, wellness retreats and online mentoring programs on the power of Menstrual Cycle Awareness.
These workshops can be designed based on the interests and needs of your group.
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• An overview of the menstrual cycle; the hormonal fluctuations and four phases of a regular cycle.
• The most effective business activities and creative exercises to implement in each phase of the cycle.
• How to sync your life, your appointments and your creative output to your cycle. Here is where we explore the cyclical powers and vulnerabilities that arise in each phase of the cycle. Cycle syncing is #goals !
• Cycle charting and tracking: what to observe, how to identify patterns, and how to know what phase of your cycle you’re in.
• Reviewing lifestyle practices such as nutrition and exercise and how, why, and when to introduce different food and exercise regimes.
• Cyclical self-care practices to support you in each phase of the cycle.
Plus more …
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These workshops can also incorporate Ceremonial Grade Cacao for an additional cost. Attendees (whether in-person or online) will receive a sample bag of Nourish Hub Ceremonial Grade Cacao with preparation instructions enclosed. The workshop commences with a guided meditation, an intention-setting exercise, and an oracle card practice whilst sipping on Cacao. The Menstrual Cycle Awareness Workshop follows the opening Cacao Ceremony.
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Menstrual Cycle Awareness workshops run for 60-90mins and start at $349 ex gst