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Meet our Doula Members

Active "Established"

In our Association, there are 3 levels of doulas. Active "Established", Active "New" and Associate. Our active doulas have a required amount of meetings that they need to attend each membership year and are actively taking clients in the community. Established doulas have supported at least 3 births in their chosen specialty where as our new doulas are still working towards it! Associate doulas are a mix of experience levels, but they may not be actively taking clients, or are unable to attend the mandatory meetings the association requires.

 

Active " New "

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Jessie Alfano

Doula Since: 2025

Services Offered: Death Doula

I’m Jessie Alfano, a certified End of Life Doula through Rhodes Wellness College with a background in funeral work. I’m a deeply spiritual person who connects with clients with gentleness and grace, honouring whatever beliefs or traditions are meaningful to them. I’m drawn to doula work because I believe dying deserves the same care, preparation, and love as birth. My passion is creating safe, sacred spaces where people can feel their feelings, ask hard questions, and be truly seen as they navigate death, grief, and transition. I hold space and bear witness, never rushing, fixing, or judging, so that families feel supported, grounded, and less alone during some of the most tender moments of their lives.

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Kathleen Howard Bjornson

Doula Since: 2025

Services Offered: Birth doula, Postpartum doula, Parenting Support

Whether it’s your first or fifth baby, your body, mind, and emotions are continually moving through the changes that new life brings. I believe every person deserves to feel supported, not only during birth but in all the moments on either side of it. I meet you where you are at with practical, evidence-based information, a trauma-informed lens, and a deep respect for you as the expert on yourself and your family.

 

I offer grounded, wholehearted doula support for families who want a birth rooted in calm and confidence, and for those navigating fears, questions, or uncertainty along the way.

 

No matter where you choose to give birth or with which provider, I’ll be there to help you feel steady, advocate for your choices, and create the best birth experience possible.

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Lizzie Cooper

Doula Since: 2025

Services Offered: Bereavement Doula, Death Doula

​I’ve lost 2 husbands before age 40, walked my son at age 5 through losing his Dad. Was a caregiver for many years for my Dad while we walked through end stage Renal failure. I come to this work through lived experiences. I know it’s what I am Meant to do.

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Mindy Pottruff

Doula Since: 2025

Services Offered: Death Doula

Hi, my name is Mindy. I’m a mom of three beautiful kids & an adorable long haired chihuahua. I’ve spent the past 30 yrs as a hairstylist, however after sitting with my grandfather for his last 2 weeks of life, I knew that’s where I needed to be. I trained to be a death doula through Rhodes Wellness college, and knew I was in the right place! I’m dedicated to providing emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and their families during the end-of-life journey. My mission is to create a peaceful, meaningful experience, honoring each
person’s wishes, values, cultural traditions all  awhile offering guidance through this sacred time. With deep respect for life’s transitions, I am here to walk alongside you, offering youcomfort, clarity, and care.

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Miranda Allarie

Doula Since: 2025

Services Offered: Birth Doula, Birth Photographer

Hey! I’m Miranda, wife, and mom to two beautiful boys. I once said I could never be a doula and then stumbled upon my calling…as a doula. Talking with clients and from my own personal experiences I have realized there is a huge gap in information about birth. Women are only learning about options and procedures when they’re already in labour. I believe we should all know exactly what the birthing process is and what the options we will have are. I love supporting clients and their families to be informed and empowered about their birth.

Associate Members

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