Liz Burns - Driftwood Doula Care

Have you ever wondered if a birth pool is right for you? 💧

Join us for a FREE Birth Pool Education Session and learn how water immersion can support labour, what the research says, and what you need to know before deciding if it's part of your birth plan.

Together we'll explore:

💧 The evidence behind water immersion during labour
💧 Benefits and common misconceptions
💧 Birth pool setup and equipment
💧 Practical considerations for using a birth pool
💧 Why using a birth pool doesn't mean you have to have a water birth

📅 Tuesday, July 28

🕘 9:00–10:00 AM

📍 Synergy Physiotherapy & Pilates Studio

2735 Clifton Street, Halifax

📧 Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected]

This session is free to attend. Donations are welcomed in support of the Nova Scotia Doula Association's Doula Access Fund, which helps provide trauma-informed doula care for families experiencing extenuating circumstances.

We'd love to see you there!

Have you ever wondered if a birth pool is right for you? 💧
Join us for a Birth Pool Education Session (no set fee, just by donation- details below!)

Learn how water immersion can support labour, what the research says, and what you need to know before deciding if it’s part of your birth plan.
Together we’ll explore:
💧 The evidence behind water immersion during labour
💧 Benefits and common misconceptions
💧 Birth pool setup and equipment
💧 Practical considerations for using a birth pool
💧 Why using a birth pool doesn’t mean you have to have a water birth
📅 Tuesday, July 28
🕘 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 Synergy Physiotherapy & Pilates Studio
2735 Clifton Street, Halifax
📧 Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected]
This session is free to attend. Donations are welcomed in support of the Nova Scotia Doula Association’s Doula Access Fund, which helps provide trauma-informed doula care for families experiencing extenuating circumstances. Link in bio.
We’d love to see you there!

Supporting families means supporting all families.

Inclusive care starts with listening, respecting identities, using affirming language, and creating spaces where everyone feels safe and welcomed.

We believe every family deserves compassionate support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Route: Starting at Cogswell Roundabout and ending at Garrison Grounds.
🌈 July 18, 2026 | 12:00 PM

🌈 Happy Pride Month.

As we live and work on Indigenous lands, we recognize that Indigenous Peoples have cared for families through generations of knowledge, tradition, and community.

While birth practices differ among First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, many teachings share values of respect, connection, holistic wellbeing, and collective care.

At Driftwood Doula, we are committed to listening, learning, and supporting culturally safe and respectful care for all families.

Today, we honour Indigenous knowledge, celebrate Indigenous families, and acknowledge the enduring strength of community centred care.

There is no one way to build a family.

Families are created through love, connection, commitment, and care.

This Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQ2SIA+ parents, children, and families, and honour the many beautiful paths that lead people to parenthood.

🌈 Every family belongs.

🌈 July 18, 2026 | 12:00 PM
March with us from Cogswell Roundabout to Garrison Grounds.

Summer is a wonderful time to get outside, but it's also important to take extra care during pregnancy and with a newborn.

Staying hydrated, dressing for the weather, seeking shade, and taking plenty of breaks can help keep both you and your baby comfortable during hot days.

Remember that every pregnancy and every baby is different. If you have concerns about heat exposure or notice signs of overheating, don't hesitate to reach out to your healthcare provider.

Wishing you a safe, healthy, and comfortable summer. ☀️💛

One of the most common questions people ask before hiring a doula:

"Will you replace my partner?"

The answer is no.

Doulas don't take over. We help partners feel more supported, informed, and confident in their role. We can suggest comfort measures, answer questions, and provide continuous support throughout labour so your partner can focus on being present with you.

Birth support isn't about replacing anyone. It's about strengthening your team.

Curious about what doula support actually looks like? Let's chat. 🌿

For PTSD Awareness Day, we're highlighting the importance of trauma informed care in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. 🌿

Trauma informed care isn't a special service for a few people. It's a framework that helps everyone feel safer, more respected, and more supported.

By prioritizing consent, communication, choice, and trust, we can create birth spaces where people feel empowered rather than overwhelmed.

Every person deserves care that honours their experiences and supports their wellbeing.

This Pride Month, we stand alongside LGBTQ2SIA+ families with pride, compassion, and support.

Every family deserves access to respectful, evidence based, and affirming care throughout their parenting journey.

We're proud to celebrate love, diversity, and community today and every day. 🌈

June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM |📍 Main Parking Lot, Shubie Park
☔ Rain Date: June 28, 2026

Come walk, chat, and connect.💛

Pride is about more than celebration. It's about belonging.

Every family deserves to feel welcomed, respected, and supported throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

This Pride Month, we celebrate the diversity of families in our community and reaffirm our commitment to inclusive, affirming care for all.

Join us on June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM
📍 Main Parking Lot, Shubie Park
☔ Rain Date: June 28, 2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month.