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Childbirth Education Classes and Resources
Finding a Midwifery Care in Vancouver, Canada + Lower Mainland
Need help finding a Vancouver Midwife. Birth by bloom has links to the top midwifery clinics in Vancouver.
Prenatal Class in Vancouver, BC
Vancouver Childbirth Education. Our prenatal classes run out of two locations one in East Vancouver and one in Kitsilano. Come find your com
Preparing for a family-centered caesarean birth.
Birth by Bloom helps you prepare for your caesarean birth. We will walk you through the event so you can think ahead and prepare.
Third Baby BC Women’s Birth Story
As the sun came up I rushed out to BC Women’s Hospital to meet my client birthing her third baby. I didn’t get a chance to meet this...
When to go to the Hospital 7 Tips for Families and Doulas.
When to go to the hospital 7 tips for families and doulas.
Breech Birth Story
I was lucky to attend a local Vancouver doula’s birth yesterday. Her baby was breech and decided to come 2.5 weeks early. E. + M. wanted...
VBAC Birth Story
My first son’s birth was complicated. I didn’t expect any of it. “They” said it would start slowly, that I could relax and take a nap,...
Where to have your baby in the Lower Mainland
Deciding on where you would like to give birth is a big decision. Sometimes you don't know what you want until later in your pregnancy....
Baby Essentials. What Do We Really Need For Our Newborn Baby in Vancouver ?
Birth by Bloom has the ultimate baby gear list. Make sure you don't overbuy for your newborn but still have everything you need on hand
Labour Tips for Partners During Labour
Birth by Bloom shares the top 10 helpful reminders for birth partners. How to keep your partner comfortable during the process of labour
Having a baby? The Best Hospital Bag List for Vancouver, BC.
Birth by Bloom has the best hospital bag list for labour and delivery. Be prepared for your birth.
Birth Plan Template
Birth by Bloom has created a birth plan Template that will work locally in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
Speed Dating with Vancouver Doulas - Find a Birth Doula Near Me
Birth By Bloom offers Doula Speed Dating, the online version. Interview 4-5 Vancouver birth doulas who have space for your due date.
Newborn Resources
Parenting Resources Government of BC: Baby's Best Chance (Parents' Handbook to Pregnancy and Baby Care) Healthy Families BC: Parenting...
Loss Story: In Memory of Audrey Megan
The following story was written by Dawn, one of my favourite midwives, a birthing mother, wife, sister, daughter, community member, and...
Twin Boy and Girl Born at BC Woman's
Last night I attended the wonderful birth of these two little people. Twin 'A', a baby girl, was caught by her dad. Soon after Twin 'B'...
Alice’s Birth: Living My Truth Post-Caesarean
To give birth, you must dive headfirst into the great mystery. Your body transforms, a new being emerges, life is never again the same....
Days of Labour and a Caesarean Birth
After many days and hours working through her birth at home, we headed to the hospital. After anther day at the hospital it was time to...
Twin Girls
Check out twin "A" and twin "B" these two are going to rule the world! All images by Morag Hastings with Apple Blossom Families. A huge...
Born Just In Time For Christmas
There is nothing more surprising than needing an induction, especially when you are expecting a 2016 baby. Instead they had their son...
Book a Childbirth Education Class
Discover childbirth education classes at Birth by Bloom. Access resources to support your journey into parenthood, available to families across the Lower Mainland.
All of our classes include a 1 hour feeding your baby class and Newborn Care sessions including education on newborn sleep, care, what to expect in the first 6 weeks with your new baby.
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