I am Reanna Erixon
Certified, Trained & Professional Doula
Congratulations and Best Wishes! I am so excited to join you on this timeless journey!
Doulas are an integral part of the maternity care team. Endorsed by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, we are striving to protect the spirit of the birthing process, and preserve your memories, while minimizing obstetrical interventions.
My goal is to help you achieve a positive and memorable birth experience, as you define it.
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My Philosophy
I have had a lifelong affinity for mothers, infants, and children. I believe that having a child is one of the greatest gifts of your life. Although it is impossible to foresee every outcome, it is possible for you to have an empowered, educated and satisfying birth experience.
It is my job to advocate for your birth plan, because, while we cannot control the birth, we can control how the mother is cared for. A woman should be treated with respect and dignity and should be informed about what is going on throughout her labour. I believe that few things in life are as beautiful as a pregnant woman and her innate ability to birth her child.
I welcome all diversity, pronouns, surrogacy support, LGBTQ2S+ with open arms and unwavering support. Judgement free inclusion for all parents is the outcome every time.
Services
Birth Doula
– Doula support during pregnancy
– Doula support during childbirth
Educationally – Physically – Emotionally
– Doula support after birth
Postpartum Doula
Whether you have just given birth to your first, or you have many, the postpartum period is often filled with questions and complexities that you might not have anticipated.
Virtual Doula
Whether the number of support people is limited, or you just simply want to limit the number of people in attendance, you may choose to take advantage of my virtual services.
Counselling Sessions
I understand how often women feel alone, unsupported or misunderstood during these times of great change. There are many anxieties, fears, and often, past traumas.
Reiki
Reiki is a meditative practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, & promotes a positive mental state. Reiki works on Mental, Emotional, Physical & Spiritual.
AromaTouch Massage
The over-all outcome is complete relaxation, release of stress, balance in body, mind, and spirit. The combination creates a release of stuck energy and increased healing.
Financial Planning
I have discovered that one of the major stressors in a family, is a lack of financial education and planning. As a Canadian Licensed Financial Advisor, with 8 years experience, I assist people with family / financial planning.
My Story – Reanna Erixon
My interest in childbirth began very young, and all I ever wanted, was to be a mama. I have four fantastic adult children of my own, as well as two beautiful bonus kids and two grandsons. After becoming a mother, myself, I began supporting friends and family through the process, and quickly realized how passionate I felt in supporting women through this phase of their lives.
I became a certified, trained, professional Doula. Since then, I became an Educational Assistant for special needs children, and have done this work for the past twelve years. I have completed an undergraduate program through university, to become a women’s counsellor, with an interest in feminism and sexuality, all things that coincide beautifully with the birthing world and empowering women through the most emotional aspects of our lives. Additionally, I am a Certified Level 2 Reiki Practitioner, AromaTouch Massage Practitioner, and Trauma-Informed Somatic Healing Coach. I feel deeply honored that you have chosen me, to be with you on this journey.
Financial Stress or lack of education regarding financials can affect a family’s overall well-being. Learning appropriate financial strategies can greatly benefit future growth. My ultimate goal is to educate and ease the transitional periods that are challenging for all of the families that I am blessed to cross paths with.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you are embarking on your initial journey to parenthood or have previous experience, it is completely natural for both parents and patients to have questions along the way. Understanding the process and seeking answers is an important part of ensuring a smooth and informed journey.
Do you have any questions?
Q: How do doulas differ from midwives?
A: Doulas do not perform clinical tasks. Non-Medical tasks include:
– Explanations of medical procedures.
– 24-hour emotional support during pregnancy and postpartum.
– Positioning suggestions during labour and childbirth.
– Massage and other non-pharmacological pain relief measures.
– Reassurance.
– Help with breastfeeding preparation and beginnings.
– Most importantly, a constant nurturing, helpful, and objective support as well as firsthand knowledge and understanding of what the labouring mother is going through. This benefits both parents to be.
– Both doulas and midwives attend home births, however, most of the doula’s work is done in a hospital setting. She comes to the home in early labour, and then follows the couple to their birthing place.
Q: Does the doula replace the father or birth partners role?
A: On the contrary! Her presence strengthens the partners role. Pressure to know how to help the labouring mother is removed. The doula anticipates the physical and emotional needs of the mother as things progress and guides the partner to be better able to help during this time
Q: This is such an intimate and private time. Does the doula interfere with that?
A: Contrary to popular belief, a doula assisted birth is even more intimate. Early labour can take place comfortably in your own home. Dim lighting, soothing music, warm water, and relaxation; all are encouraged by the doula, who can capture these moments on camera, and record memories as requested. The emotional bond and sense of connection between the mother and her partner is important, the doula knows when to stay in the background when the couple is doing well, and to jump in to offer guidance, such as position changes and breathing variations, as labour progresses.
Q: Isn’t the doula a stranger?
A: You will have spent hours getting to know your doula during prenatal visits and on an on-call basis, with weekly communication during the last month of your pregnancy. She will be the professional you are very comfortable with, in your home. She will be a constant presence in the hospital, unlike other maternity staff who, unfortunately, have shift changes and other mothers to attend. Like them, however, she is not an emotionally involved family member who may find it difficult to witness their loved one during the hard work of labour.
Q: Why does the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists endorse Doula support?
A: Unfortunately, there have been cutbacks in our medical system. The result of this is that our nurses often have more than one couple under their care, and how busy the maternity unit will be, at any given time is unpredictable.
While a doula is not a nurse, she is a constant presence when medical professionals leave the birthing room. She is a trained childbirth professional who understands the labour and birth process. When a labouring woman feels safe and secure, is constantly reassured and is less frightened, labour progresses. Often, obstetrical interventions are minimized so that the mother can trust and allow her body to give birth naturally.
The doula must abide by a code of ethics and standards of scope and practice. Adequate training is highly recommended.
Numerous studies have shown that the presence of a doula at birth may result in:
• 50% reduction in caesarean rates
• 40% reduction in forceps deliveries
• 25% shorter labours
• 60% reduction in epidural requests
• 40% reduction in oxytocin/Pitocin use
• 30% reduction in anesthesia use
• Better mother-infant bonding
• Reduced post-partum depression.
Happy Clients
“Reanna was amazing…helping me walk my way through the birth, coaching me and reassuring me.”
Kimberly Agerbak Sorenson
Patient
“Reanna is absolutely amazing. She was my rock during a very scary and roller coaster labor, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice to use her as my doula. Love you lady! Thank you so much.”
Brandi Cooke
Patient
“I’m excited to share my birth experience and Reannas part in my journey to motherhood. I’m proud to say that the twins in her profile picture are my precious miracles. I’m so so thankful to have her recollections and memories, and trust me, I demanded a minute by minute accounting. It was a wonderful day, and she is a wonderful person. I hope you give yourself the gift of having her on your journey with you.”
April Grant
Patient
“I’m so blessed to have the support system I did going into this. And I’m so happy you were there to welcome my new baby girl Lyla Dawn Davies-Cooke into this world on March 5th at 1:28 pm after a good 15 hours of labor you are an amazing person and friend.”
Tierra Jaden Davies
Patient
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Location
Available on Request
Serving : Edmonton, Sherwood Park, & area.
Availability : Will travel to your location
(discuss the traveling details in advance)
Timing : Always Open
Email : reannaerixon@gmail.com
Mobile : 1-780-512-4243