Great support = Great confidence
I get it. Starting out as a doula can be overwhelming. What began as a love for supporting expectant parents got lost in wearing all the hats of a business owner. But I’m not about to let that be the reason you don’t have a career you love.
As a seasoned childbirth educator, I make learning light, safe, and deeply informative. You’ll learn everything you need to know to support new families, and strut into your certification, knowing you’re going to crush it. So get pumped! You’re this close to handing in your notice at your desk job, and trading it for work that actually makes a difference.
I’m a mama of 4 (and my new favourite title, Mimi), and I know full well the complexities of wonder and overwhelm when you welcome a baby into your life. I use that knowledge to empower parents in their perinatal period, so they remember a powerful birth and snuggling their newborn, instead of winging it and searching for answers online.
We’ll hold you, while you hold the baby.
Doula Testimonial
“Trena was an excellent trainer who exemplified the best quality care and guidance. Trena’s workshop was filled with lots of positivity, equality, and even love. She was very understanding and thorough with the curriculum, and I left this workshop with more information than I expected. Thanks to Trena, I feel confident going into this field.”
– Fall 2024 workshop participant
Welcome! I'm Trena.
Doula. Advocate. Educator.
Growing up, my parents welcomed over 45 foster children throughout their lives. I’m still awed at their selflessness, and grateful for the spark it ignited in me. I don’t exaggerate when I tell you that I was a queen at preparing bottles, burping, changing, and entertaining babies – all before the age of 10.
I believe that every birthing parent deserves a supportive, dignified birthing experience where they feel heard and respected. I’m here to create more of that by facilitating the training that doulas need to be at the top of their game for themselves, and the families they support.
More highly trained doulas means more perinatal experiences met with compassion, empathy, and empowerment. And that’s something you’ll always find us pushing for.
Support Options
Doula Support
Your birth experience is one that will stay with you for a lifetime. As a Birth Doula, I’ll provide you with information to make a plan for your birth, and be right by your side when it’s show time.
Training for Doulas
Gain confidence and become a doula in an environment that’s informative, fun, and safe for all your questions. I believe that more doulas make the birthing experience momentous, so there’s no gatekeeping here!
You’ll never regret investing in yourself.
Parent Testimonial
“Trena was like the big sister who has been through it all and was there to answer even the awkward questions.”
– Dana, Parent
You need someone who knows how interconnected each facet of birth and postpartum is to teach you the ropes. With over two decades of experience, I’m not too shy to tell you that I am that someone.