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Education 1 Lisa Sutherland RM I was drawn to Midwifery for its women and baby centered approach to pregnancy and birth, along with its commitment to wellness and preventative health care. The care I received throughout my pregnancy and birth of my son Eli will forever be a reminder to me of the value of having this wonderful model of care. Prior to becoming a Midwife, I lived in Victoria and was working as a project manager at a non-profit organization focused on urban health, food access, and organic agriculture. While working there I had the opportunity to partner with a range of organizations including pregnancy outreach programs, transitional housing projects, community centre groups, and diabetes prevention programs. During that time I trained as a doula and as a breastfeeding counsellor. Over the years, I have volunteered at a crisis line, at a birth control clinic, and for a number of grassroots organizations working toward social and environmental change. I also have years of experience working with children - teaching ESL, dance, drama, art, gymnastics, and supporting children with autism to reach their full potential. I am passionate about providing supportive and compassionate care with the goal of helping to make pregnancy and birth powerful and rewarding experiences. I am greatly looking forward to being a part of your journey through pregnancy and the transition to welcoming a new baby in to your lives.

Andrea Mattenley RM It was the birth of my son that brought me to midwifery. Both the birth itself andthe personal experience through the maternity care system were inspirational inshaping my career. The support we received in those early years and that continues now that he is growing up inspired my own intention to build and contribute to community. My intention as a midwife is to assist women in their discovery of wisdom and knowledge within themselves through their pregnancies, labours and births, and to continue to support in the early days, but also as their children and families continue to grow.While working towards my degree in Midwifery at the University of BritishColumbia I had the privilege of taking courses which provided training to support women with more complex social backgrounds, including training to act and acting as a doula for women in the FIR program as well as a course relating to HIV and how health care providers can support people with more complex medical histories.My son was born in 2002, shortly after finishing my first degree, which is inMicrobiology and Immunology. The significance of his birth was obvious, thoughI have maintained a strong tie to the academic aspect of myself, most recentlythrough working with the newest students in the Midwifery program at UBCassisting with the Anatomy and Life Sciences courses.Aside from work, my son and I enjoy hockey, biking, camping and hostingcommunity dinners. While not working or parenting, I enjoy my book club,exploring new music and spend every spare minute knitting. I look forward toworking with your family, sharing stories and helping to achieve your intentions as parents.

Carolyn Saunders RM My path to midwifery began in my teenage years when I was exposed to the homebirth movement in Ottawa, Ontario. Ina May Gaskin's "Spiritual Midwifery" was an eye-opening journey into women-centered pregnancy care, and natural birth outside of the hospital. It was a book I passed onto my older sister during her first pregnancy. Sharing in her pregnancies and births and seeing her approach each experience with such amazing strength and courage made a lasting impression on me. We both went on to pursue careers in Midwifery. She now practices in Stitsville, Ontario. My formal training in Midwifery began in 2003 when I was accepted into the University of British Columbia Midwifery Program. Since graduating in 2007 I often remark how fortunate I have been to work with such amazing women and families who continually teach me more about the complexities of this work and the importance of respecting the beauty and uniqueness of each experience. In addition to my midwifery training, I have completed a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and Biology. Anthropology has given me an understanding of the cultural diversity of our province and an appreciation of the rewards of working with women from different social, economic and cultural backgrounds. Summers spent studying birds in northern Canada in 2002 and 2003 gave me a deep respect and appreciation for biological processes, in particular the miracle of reproduction and the creation of new life.Over the years I have been involved in a number of research projects in the field of midwifery and women's health and have published papers in the Canadian Journal of Midwifery Research & Practice as well as the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada. As part of the clinical faculty of the Department of Family Practice at UBC I enjoy numerous opportunities to contribute to the education of midwifery students. It is work I really enjoy and hope will help expand excess to midwifery care across the province. In 2003-2004 I was involved in a project whose aim was to facilitate better communication between health care providers and their clients. Through this work I developed a strong commitment to empowering women to make their own health care decisions. It is my philosophy that a woman should leave midwifery care feeling empowered by her birth experience, feeling that she has done her very best, and feeling greater confidence in her own body. I hope that I can help women accomplish these goals. In my free time I can often be found riding my bike, strolling through the Vancouver Art Gallery or taking a "forest bath" in the mountains. I gave birth to my daughter Violet in 2009. My own parenting journey is now something I can share with the families in my care. I look forward to supporting women and their families through their own birth and parenting journeys and contributing to the community of midwives and families here at Bloom.

Education 2 Hedieh Montazer RM My aim as a midwife is to help my clients improve their journey throughout pregnancy, birth and newborn care including breastfeeding in a skilled, caring, knowledgeable and professional manner. My name is Hedieh Montazer. I have over 12 years of experience as a midwife. I graduated from Tehran University with Bachelor's Degree, interned in Madar Hospital (Akbar Abadi) in 1993 and also Ryerson University of Toronto in 2006. I practiced in Iran for nine years in various settings from pregnancy clinic to maternity ward at Behpooyan hospital. I was a member of the midwifery association of Iran until my immigration to Canada in 2003. I completed my training at Ryerson University and interned in Durham region of Toronto. I then worked for two more years in Ontario before moving to Vancouver in 2010. I am a professinally trained and registered midwife with the British Columbia College of Midwives. I was one of the speakers at International Conference in Shahid Beheshti University in 2009. I had the honour of running waterbirth workshop for Midwifery students of Iran University at Akbar Abadi Hospital in 2009. It is not unusual for me to spend an hour with my client Listening to their concerns, talking about their care or helping them with breastfeeding of their newborn. It is just enjoyable getting to know each other and everyone has a story to tell. "For me you are a person blessed with pregnancy. I will be accompanying your journey into motherhood, and I'll be forever grateful." I speak English and Farsi fluently. I look forward to providing care for women throughout their pregnancy, birth and postnatal period.

Jade Bowman, Administrator I am both honoured and excited to join the Bloom team! I will be covering for Amy Casey while she is on maternity leave until July 2012.As a Birth Doula, I have been blessed with the opportunity to support women and their families throughout the miraculous journey to parenthood. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Victoria and I am delighted about combining my business skills with my passions for pregnancy, birth, and babies! I will be training as a Childbirth Educator in September and I look forward to working as a prenatal instructor in the near future. Midwifery is definitely my end goal and I am excited to expand my knowledge of midwifery care, while working alongside this wonderful team in an administrative capacity. I was fortunate to have participated in the Breastfeeding Course for Health Care Providers at Douglas College and I hope it will enable me to better answer your questions about the Bloom Breastfeeding Centre. I look forwarding to working with this amazing team as well as to helping to create a warm and welcoming clinic atmosphere. See you soon!

Education 3 Amelia Tavares RD, IBCLC, Lactation Consultant I currently reside in Burnaby Heights with my husband. We've moved into the area recently and we just love the beauty of Vancouver and the surrounding areas! I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a registered dietitian (RD). Before moving to BC I was working as a dietitian and lactation consultant in southern California. During my time in California, I primarily worked in a hospital setting. I enjoyed running the community support group and breastfeeding classes along with doing individual consultations. I love working with mothers and infants during this special time. Helping a new mother reach her goals with breastfeeding is an awesome experience for the mother, baby and family. I will always support a mother no matter her feeding goals. I enjoy working closely with both the mother and her support person to accommodate their needs and desires for their family.I am so excited to work with the wonderful team at Bloom Community Midwives and look forward to helping in any way I can. I am available for clinic visits, home visits, and prenatal breastfeeding classes. Hope to see you soon!

We have created a space in the heart of downtown Vancouver dedicated to providing personalized and comprehensive midwifery, breastfeeding and preconception care for women and their families.

We have the resources to work closely with you during all stages of preconception, pregnancy, labour, birth, early parenting and breastfeeding.

Please visit our Preconception, Midwifery Careand Breastfeeding Center pages for more information.

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bloom PRECONCEPTION CARE

Welcome to Bloom's Preconception Care Program. Whether you are just thinking about getting pregnant or have been struggling, we are here to help!

We serve as a hub for preconception services so that you get the information and services you need.

Bloom established our preconception services in response to the growing infertility rate. While the medical system has a role in addressing infertility, there are many other options designed to promote fertility without the costs and side effects associated with medical treatments.

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Dr. Martha Reid ND - Preconception SpecialistDr. Martha Reid is a Naturopathic Family Physician practicing in downtown Vancouver. Dr. Reid is extensively trained in clinical and laboratory diagnoses, physical medicine, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine and lifestyle counselling. Dr. Reid graduated from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in 2010, receiving her Doctoral Diploma in Naturopathic Medicine and earning the prestigious Award for Clinical Excellence. True to the naturopathic medical model, a visit to Dr. Reid will begin with a complete health history, laboratory testing and physical exam. Through this process, Dr. Reid will assemble a comprehensive understanding of your health concerns. She will then choose from a variety of therapeutic tools to create an individualized treatment plan designed to meet your specific needs. Covered by most extended medical care plans.Please see our store for a range of carefully selected supplies to compliment your experience.

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Preconception services include:Preconception care, infertility support, obstetrical conditions care, menopause strategies, fibroids, urinary incontinence, osteoporosis. Please contact Doctor's Choice Nutrition to schedule a time to speak with Dr. Martha Reid and HypnoMammas to speak with Jenn King.

Jenn King, CHT - HypnoFertility Specialist, Mind Body Fertility I became a clinical hypnotherapist specifically so I could work with women from conception through postpartum. I have been passionate about everything birth and babies for more than a decade now and when I learned about the applications for hypnosis in this field, it was an easy path for me to follow. My experience has provided me with a valuable education and gives me a very unique skill set and ability to truly understand the needs of childbearing women. I have experience as a childbirth educator & birth doula, midwifery clinic supporter and I'm on the Board of Directors for the Doula Services Association of B.C.HypnoMammas is my full suite of hypnosis services dedicated to meeting the needs of women.Please visit my website, www.HypnoMammas.com, for more info or to book an appointment.info_hypnomammas.com, 604.375.8831Please see our store for a range of carefully selected supplies to compliment your experience.

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For a fantastic selection of fertility promoting items visit Acubalance Wellness Center.Click here for more info!

There is an incredible community of fertility specialists here in Vancouver and we want to connect you with them. Specialists include Naturopathic Doctors, Acupuncturists and Hypnotherapists. They all have an important role to play in improving fertility and wellbeing. Click here for more info!
Bloom's preconception classes help couples optimize their fertility and improve their health so they can bloom the healthiest baby possible!Click here for more info!
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bloom MIDWIFERY CARE

Welcome to Bloom Community Midwives! We provide personalized and comprehensive midwifery care for women and their families during all stages of pregnancy, labour, birth and early parenting.

Midwifery care offers women and babies the expertise needed to support a healthy pregancy and birth, while providing comfort and care to growing families.

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Midwifery Services

Personalized midwifery care for pregnancy, birth and the first precious weeks afterwards. Services include: Nutrition + exercise counselling, diagnostic testing information, birth preparation, newborn care, home visits and the option to choose between a home or hospital birth. Please contact us to schedule a time to speak with our Registered Midwives.
We offer home and clinic based visits by our Registered Midwives. Fully covered by MSP/Care Card holdersCare also provided to the non-insured30-45 minutes appointmentsMidwife on-call for you 24hrs/day. Home visits after birthCommunity-based clinicConvenient central locationPlease see our store for a range of carefully selected supplies to compliment your experience.

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Prenatal Class in Farsi

To register contact Shahrzad Tayebi directly at www.tayebichildbirth.com

Topics that will be covered in our classes:

Physiology of pregnancy

Common pregnancy discomforts (why they're there and how to ease them)

Nutrition in pregnancy

Do's and Dont's in pregnancy

Taught by Shahrzad Tayebi

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Hypnobabies Classes

To register contact Jenn at www.HypnoMammas.com

This program is an in-depth, high quality and comprehensive 6 week, 18-hour natural childbirth class addressing all aspects of childbirth education.

Recognized by DONA (Doulas Of North America) as a complete childbirth education class, it is even currently being taught at natural childbirth friendly hospitals in the US.

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Babyprep

To register contact Kathleen at www.babyprep.ca

Weekend or weekly courses are designed to meet the needs of expectant parents in an interactive and fun group environment.

Babyprep twin's prenatal course has been created to meet the needs of couples that are expecting more than one baby. The class gives you and your partner the opportunity to interact and learn with other couples expecting twins.

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The medical herbalists at Gaia Garden Herbals have designed wonderful tea blends. We love their "Blossoming Belly" blend! These teas promote wellness during all stages of pregancy, birth and post birth. Click here for more info!

The midwifery practice stems from a timeless profession, enhanced by modern university-based midwifery education programs.We support our clients in achieving optimal health and the birth they choose - home or hospital. Click here for more info!
Experience pregnancy and birth with joy and confidence. Classes and workshops offered through Bloom's Midwifery Program equip participants with information and tools that guide parents-to-be through the various stages of pregancy, birth and the first precious weeks of life. Click here for more info!

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bloom BREASTFEEDING CENTER

Welcome to the Bloom Breastfeeding Center! We provide high quality breastfeeding information, support and supplies to women and their families both before and after the birth of their baby.

Bloom established this comprehensive service in order to protect, promote and support breastfeeding in our community.

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Lactation consultant services for before

and after birth include:

Prenatal assessment, help with latching, preventing or healing nipple pain, increasing milk supply, inducing lactation for adopting moms, planning for working moms and much more!

We are also a Medela® Rental Station - these pumps are effective, time saving and easy to use. We have pumps specially programmed to pump for premature babies and to establish lactation/bring in milk.

Please contact us to schedule a time to speak with our International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
Breast Pump RentalsPlease contact us to arrange a rental.Cost of Rental:$4/day$100/month$84/month, beyond 3 monthsPlus the purchase of a pumping kit and applicable taxes.Please see our store for a variety of breastfeeding supplies.
Lactation Consultant AppointmentsWe offer home and clinic based visits by our International Board Certified Lactation Consultants. Clinic ConsultationInitial visit 75 minutes - $100.00Returning Visits 30 minutes - $45.00Home Consultation Initial visit 90 minutes - $130.00Returning Visits: 45 minutes - $65.00(Prices do not include applicable taxes)We are happy to offer a sliding scale. If this would be helpful for you please let us know. Unfortunately these visits are not covered by MSP.

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We offer a comprehensive range of items to support breastfeeding. From breast pumps, breast care items to herbals - we help you succeed at providing your baby with the best!Click here for more info!

Our certified lactation consultants offer both clinic and home visits. Our services range from prenatal assessment to assistance once your baby arrives. We help working moms plan for their return to work. Click here for more info!
Get out of the house, have a cup of tea and share stories with other like-minded moms. Drop into our moms group for a refreshment and conversation. Click here for more info!Bloom's Prenatal Breastfeeding Basics class helps you to relax and enjoy breastfeeding as well as to avoid some of the common breastfeeding pitfalls.Click here for more info!

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Education 1 Hypnobabies Classes6 Week CourseMidwifery Care ProgramTo register please contact Jenn at www.HypnoMammas.comThis program is an in-depth, high quality and comprehensive 6 week, 18-hour natural childbirth class addressing all aspects of childbirth education. Recognized by DONA (Doulas Of North America) as a complete childbirth education class, it is even currently being taught at natural childbirth friendly hospitals in the US.Topics include prenatal nutrition & exercise, stages of labour, birthing choices & natural alternatives, birth plans, the use of birth balls, positions during labour, the benefit of movement and upright positions, optimal fetal positioning, complete birth partner training, and 4th trimester planning! Ideal for parents desiring a natural birth, Hypnobabies uses visualization, relaxation and affirmations to prepare you for a POSITIVE birth experience, as well as real, medical-grade hypno-anesthesia. Using "Eyes Open Childbirth Hypnosis", Moms easily remain in hypnosis while walking, talking, & changing positions; being as mobile as they choose.Enjoy your babies' birth! Hypnosis? There are SEVERAL misconceptions and a lot of mis-information surrounding hypnosis. Please take the time to learn more by visiting us at www.hypnomammas.com/Hypnosis.html Group and private classes are available. Group classes are kept to a maximum of 5 couples to keep the class size small and personal.
BabyprepWeekend or Weekly CoursesMidwifery Care ProgramTo register please contact Kathleen at www.babyprep.caWeekend or weekly courses are designed to meet the needs of expectant parents in an interactive and fun group environment. Babyprep's twins prenatal course has been created to meet the needs of couples that are expecting more than one baby. The class gives you and your partner the opportunity to interact and learn with other couples expecting twins. All group classes are small (3-4 couples) so every couple has the chance to ask questions, address their concerns, connect & establish friendships. The goal is to provide you & your partner the ability to make informed birth choices, build confidence, as well as help ease the transition into parenthood. Babyprep instructors are qualified R.N.'s who uphold the standards of the College of Registered Nurses of B.C. Each instructor uses a variety of methods such as visual aides & teaching tools to help makes learning informative and fun! Baby Prep acknowledges that all pregnant woman should feel empowered and confident in their ability to give birth in whatever setting they choose - and feel equipped with the knowledge that will help ease the transition into postpartum and the journey into parenthood.

Education 2 Prenatal Class in Farsi6 Week CourseMidwifery Care ProgramTo register please contact Shahrzad at www.tayebichildbirth.com Topics that will be covered in our classes: Physiology of pregnancy Common pregnancy discomforts (why theyre there and how to ease them) Nutrition in pregnancy Dos and Donts in pregnancy Physiology of labor Coping measures in labor How can the partner help mom Benefits of having a doula in labor Common medical interventions and how to avoid the unnecessary ones Cesarean birth Breastfeeding basics Life with a babyJust as a womans heart knows how and when to pump, her lungs to inhale, and her hand to pull back from fire, so she knows when and how to give birth. ~ Virginia di Orio
Cloth Diaper 101 WorkshopAn evening workshopMidwifery Care ProgramTo register please contact www.newandgreen.com New & Green has worked with many parents that are new to cloth diapers. They work with each family to help them successfully reach their goals to be environmental stewards, to be prudent managers of their baby budget and to be mindful of their baby's health - all by choosing to cloth diaper their child.New & Green has taken the most commonly asked questions about cloth diapering and developed a workshop that is perfect for parents who want to cloth diaper and want to learn how to make it work! Lots of research can be done via online sources and from family and friends. What isn't easy to find is the practical, hands on "how to's" and this is what we focus on at our workshops. At New & Green's Cloth Diaper 101 workshop, you will: Learn how to use cloth diapers - how to put them on, how to store them and how to wash them and to see how easy all of this is!Review the most popular reusable diapering options available to you today and look at why families choose each optionLearn what you need to get started with cloth diapering, including a checklist for a kit that can get any family started from day one - and succeed!Have the opportunity to get your hands on several types and brands of diapering systems - see how they work & see how they feelHave your questions about cloth diapering answered by an expertInspiring Families. Empowering Families.Changing the World ONE Diaper at a Time.www.newandgreen.com

Education 3 Early Pregnancy WorkshopAn evening workshopMidwifery Care ProgramTo register please contact Jade at Bloom! Contact us here. Many of us have no clue as to what comes next after they find out they're pregnant. There is so much information out there and decisions to make, etc and many people find that waiting to take a full prenatal class (generally towards the end of pregnancy) is too long to wait. This is why Jenn King of Hypnomammas has team up with Sarah Joseph from Prenatal to Parenting in offering this workshop (Sarah is teaching this workshop in Langley and surrounding areas). Their goal is to provide expecting couples/women with information about healthy pregnancy, informed decision making and preparing for baby.Content:Part One -The Physiology of PregnancyYour Developing Baby, Body Changes, Nutrition & Exercise, Things to Avoid, Comfort in Pregnancy & Alternative TherapiesPart Two -Choices in PregnancyCare Providers, Prenatal Classes, Doulas, Place of Birth, Understanding your EDD, TravelPart Three -Preparing to Co-Parent & Postpartum PlanningRelationship Changes & Preparation for Parenting, Creating a Parenting Philosophy, Baby Rearing Options, Breastfeeding Support
Blooming Babies - Prepping For PregnancyTo be announced!Preconception ProgramTo register please contact Jade at Bloom! Contact us here. Thinking about blooming a baby? What does a woman need to optimize her chances of conceiving? How can she make the amazing journey of pregnancy as smooth and easy as possible? Of course, women can achieve pregnancy without a stitch of advice, however for many of us, it is not as easy as we once thought. Preparing our bodies to bloom maximizes our chances of conception, and minimizes the many discomforts that may accompany pregnancy. Join naturopathic physician, Dr. Martha Reid, and the registered midwives at Bloom Midwifery to learn how you can best prepare yourself for pregnancy and bloom the healthiest baby possible!

Education 4 Bloom's Breastfeeding Basics One Evening MonthlyBreastfeeding Care ProgramTo register please contact Jade at Bloom! Contact us here.An evening class designed to help pregnant women and their support team get ready for a rewarding breastfeeding experience.Topics that will be covered in our classes:Learn to latch your baby on successfullyHear what to expect from your newbornLearn to recognize if your baby is getting enough milkGet your questions about feeding your baby answeredWe'll also troubleshoot difficult but common breastfeeding challenges with you and help you feel prepared and excited for this special experience.This class is taught be a certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) who has years of experience supporting new breastfeeding mothers and their families.

We are proud to offer Midwifery Care, Preconception Care and Breastfeeding Care Programs. Our workshops, lectures and classes prepare parents for all stages of childbirth by connecting them with the best teachers in our community. Ask questions, meet other parents and equip yourself with tools that will help and comfort you along the way.See 5 reasons why we continue to bloom, here!

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Teaching Practice

Teaching Practice

Bloom Community Midwives is proud to be a teaching practice. We feel strongly that it is important for us to nurture the growth of midwifery and the individual women who choose this role. We want to ensure that there are midwives for all of our daughters and their daughters and so on.

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We strive to check our email frequently; however, it may take a few days. If your question is urgent or time sensitive please contact us via telephone. If you are a midwifery client with an urgent concern please page your midwife. Thank you. HoursRetail Sales and Pump RentalsMonday - Friday: 9am - 4pm Midwifery and Lactation Consultant ClinicPlease contact us for further details on our hours. VolunteersWe truly appreciate all of our wonderful volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at Bloom please contact us and we will be in touch with you to set up an interview and orientation!

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1. Dietary Links: Canadian Food Guide: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/index-eng.phpHealthy Pregnancy Choices: www.healthlinkbc.ca/kbase/topic/special/hw197814/sec5.htmFolic Acid: www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/fa-af/index.htmlCalcium: www.bchealthguide.org/healthfiles/hfile68e.stm 2. Nausea and Vomiting in PregnancySociety of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists: www.sogc.org/health/pregnancy-nausea_e.aspMotherisk: www.motherisk.org/women/morningSickness.jsp 3. Genetic ScreeningBC Prenatal Genetic Screening Program: http://www.bcprenatalscreening.ca/Canadian Down Syndrome Society: www.cdss.ca 4. Smoking CessationHealth Canada:Online support: www.bc.quitnet.comFREE Hypnosis smoking cessation for pregnant women:www.HypnoMammas.com 5. Medication & Drug Exposure in PregnancyMedication use and Drug Exposure in Pregnancy: http://www.motherisk.orgMore drug and pregnancy information: http://www.perinatology.com/exposures/druglist.htmSubstance use: drugs, alcohol and cigarettes, http://www.addictionpregnancy.ca 6. ExerciseBC Women's Hospital Information: www.bcwomens.ca/Services/PregnancyBirthNewborns/ExerciseandpregnancyAct Now BC: www.actnowbc.gov.bc.ca/EN/pregnant_women/exercise_during_pregnancy/Fit to Deliver: www.fittodeliver.comYoga dowtown Vancouver: www.exhalestudio.com, www.flowyogavancouver.comYoga online: www.myyogaonline.comFit 4 Two: Fitness classes throughout Vancouver, including downtown, http://www.fit4two.ca 7. Prenatal EducationBaby Prep Classes: www.babyprep.caHypnoMammas: www.hypnomammas.comChildbirth Connection: www.childbirthconnection.orgLower Mainland Childbearing Society: www.childbearing.orgDancing Star: www.dancingstarbirth.caBelly to Baby: www.bellytobaby.caBC Women's Hospital: https://edreg.cw.bc.ca/PrenatalSaint Paul's Hospital: http://www.providencehealthcare.org/info_services_health_maternity.htmlCherish Childbirth Care: www.cherishchildbirth.com Pregnancy Planning: www.pregnancyplanningguide.com 8. Wellness and Complementary TherapiesHypnotherapy: It has been recognized by the American Medical Association as well as the British Medical Association for it's application in the world of medical science since the 1950's. The applications range from pre-conception to post-partum, www.HypnoMammas.com Traditional Chinese Medicine:Acubalance: Specializing in women and men's reproductive health, www.acubalance.caAcumamas: Accupunturists and doulas, www.acumamas.com Harmony Family Wellness: www.harmonywellness.ca Massage Therapy:Soma Studio: www.somastudio.netHarmony Family Wellness: www.harmonywellness.ca Chiropractic:Evolve Nurturing Vitality: Dr Giselle Chamberlain, Dr Shamira Rahim, http://www.evolvevitality.com/Vancouver Chiropractic Inc.: www.vancouverchiropractic.caWest 1st Chiropractic Wellness Center: www.drrandalltrester.com 9. Baby's Best ChanceParents' Handbook to Pregnancy and Baby Care: Published by the Government of British Columbia,http://www.healthservices.gov.bc.ca/cpa/publications/babybestchance.pdf 10. DoulasBC Doulas: www.bcdoulas.orgDONA International: www.dona.org/mothers/find_a_doula.php 11.Cesarean SectionVaginal Birth after Cesarean: www.vbac.comInternational Cesarean Awareness Network: www.ican-online.org 12. Newborns care - prenatal decisionsNewborn screening program: www.bcwomens.ca/Services/PregnancyBirthNewborns/NewbornCare/NewbornScreeningProgramVitamin K: www.bcphp.ca//sites/bcrcp/files/Guidelines/Newborn/MasterNB12VitK.pdfErythromycin eye ointment: www.bcphp.ca//sites/bcrcp/files/Guidelines/Newborn/NB11MasterEyeCareFebruary.pdf 13. GBS - Group B StrepBC Perinatal Health Program: www.bcphp.ca//sites/bcrcp/files/Guidelines/Obstetrics/GBSJuly2003Final.pdfSociety of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada: www.sogc.org/guidelines/public/149E-CPG-September2004.pdf 14. Gestational DiabetesCanadian Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.ca/about -diabetes/what/gestational/BC Perinatal Health Program: www.bcphp.ca//sites/bcrcp/files/Guidelines/Obstetrics/MasterGestationalDiabetesOctober.pdfSociety of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists: www.sogc.org/guidelines/public/121E-CPG-November2002.pdf 15. UltrasoundBiological effects and safety: www.sogc.org/guidelines/public/160E-CPG-June2005.pdfStatement about non-medical use of ultrasound: www.sogc.org/guidelines/documents/191E-PS-April2007.pdf 16. Home BirthCollege of Midwives of BC Statement on Home Birth: www.cmbc.bc.ca/pdf.shtml?Statement-on-Home-BirthHome Birth Demonstration Project BC: www.cmaj.ca/cgi/content/full/166/3/315Mama Goddess: source of home birth supplies, www.mamagoddessbirthshop.com 17. WaterbirthWaterbirth International: A nonprofit organization of childbirth professionals and consumer advocates dedicatedto making waterbirth an available option for all women in all birth settings, www.waterbirth.orgMore general information: www.waterbirthinfo.com
1. BreastfeedingKelly Mom (Breastfeeding & Parenting): www.kellymom.comLa Leche League International: www.lalecheleague.orgLa Leche League Canada: www.lalecheleaguecanada.caBreastfeeding after breast or nipple surgery: www.bfar.orgMedications and Breastfeeding: www.enfantrisk.comDr Jack Newman's site: www.drjacknewman.comBreastfeeding Online: www.breastfeedingonline.comLow milk supply help: http://www.lowmilksupply.org 2. Parenting ResourcesCaring For Kids: www.caringforkids.cps.caDr Sears, pediatrician: www.askdrsears.comTwins and more: www.multiplebirthscanada.org/english/index.phpParents with disabilities: www.disabledparents.net/index.html 3. Sexuality/ContraceptionOptions for Health: www.optionsforsexualhealth.orgSexuality and U: www.sexualityandu.ca 4. Women's HealthWide range of info on health: www.ourbodiesourselves.orgWomen's College Hospital: www.womenshealthmatters.caThe Canadian Institute for Health Information: secure.cihi.ca/cihiweb/splash.html 5. ImmunizationUS Institute of Medicine: Enter "immunization safety review" in the search box, www.iom.eduNational Advisory Committee on Immunization: www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/naci-ccniWorld Health Organization: www.who.int/immunization_delivery/enVaccine Risk Awareness Network: www.vran.orgInformation from the Government of BC: www.immunizebc.ca 6. Baby NamesBaby Name Guide: www.babynameguide.com/database.asp 7. CircumcisionCanadian Pediatric Society Position Statement: www.cps.ca/english/statements/FN/fn96-01.htm#CONCLUSIONSIntact Organization site: www.intact.ca/ COMMUNITY LINKSDowntown Vancouver: www.downtownvancouver.comDavie Street, Vancouver: www.daviestreet.com

What makes us bloom

What makes us bloom?
Integrated and comprehensive care for the childbearing years including preconception, midwifery and breastfeeding care - all under one roof! Classes and workshops designed to educate and foster a supportive community of parents. We've made significant commitments to providing the "greenest", least toxic environment for our clients. Please see our Green Benefits page for more information. Our International Board Certified lactation consultants are specialists for mothers concerned with pain, milk supply or who are looking to establish a strategy for returning to work while maintaing breastfeeding. Whether you're just thinking about getting pregnant or have been struggling with infertility, we can help. We've assembled a team of alternative medicine practitioners who are specialists in preconception care. Our preconception services can be used by themselves or as a compliment to medical care.

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Amelia Tavares RD, IBCLC, Lactation Consultant I currently reside in Burnaby Heights with my husband. We've moved into the area recently and we just love the beauty of Vancouver and the surrounding areas! I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a registered dietitian (RD). Before moving to BC I was working as a dietitian and lactation consultant in southern California. During my time in California, I primarily worked in a hospital setting. I enjoyed running the community support group and breastfeeding classes along with doing individual consultations. I love working with mothers and infants during this special time. Helping a new mother reach her goals with breastfeeding is an awesome experience for the mother, baby and family. I will always support a mother no matter her feeding goals. I enjoy working closely with both the mother and her support person to accommodate their needs and desires for their family.I am so excited to work with the wonderful team at Bloom Community Midwives and look forward to helping in any way I can. I am available for clinic visits, home visits, and prenatal breastfeeding classes. Hope to see you soon!