Baby Helping Hands

07/15/2026

La Leche League Canada

Thank you to the La Leche League for organizing an informative June 2026 conference. Also thank you to the speakers who took the time to share their knowledge. I look forward to sharing this information with my postpartum clients.

Topics included
When Breastfeeding Ends: Weaning with Love by Teresa Pitman
Latching and Positioning by Mila Mendez
Nutrition and Breastfeeding by Melinda Lamarche
Babywearing: Beyond Baby Transportation by Sarah Burke Dimitrov
Sleep and Breastfeeding Family by Gillian Gardner

No matter where you are in your journey of infant feeding their website has many resources both written and videos. As a postpartum doula I attend their events to keep up to date on all things feeding. All events are open to parents too not just professionals.

Here is the link to their resources

All LLLC information sheets have been written and reviewed by a team of La Leche League Canada Leaders who are also International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs). If you find these resources helpful, please consider making a donation so we can continue to help breastfeeding families i...

07/01/2026

Postpartum Doula Recharge

Hello everyone. For those in Ontario I hope you are enjoying your summer!

It has been a busy year so far. Thank you for everyone who has welcomed me into their postpartum journey.

I provide many self care tips to my clients but now it is time for me to disconnect from my digital and in-person world to focus on my family and self care. I am excited to read a novel, try new recipes, hike with my partner and dog, explore the Niagara-on-the-lake area, visit my parents more and enjoy their pool and have days where nothing is planned and I can go with the flow.

While I am away you can still visit my website www.babyhelpinghands.ca to learn about the supports I provide and do head to my booking systems to book a consultation after July 12. Summer is usually when I have to-be parents reaching out to book between September to December. Click the linktr.ee link in my bio to book a consultation.

For those in Canada – I hope you are having a wonderful Canada Day today. I was born in North York, Ontario and raised in Thornhill and have called Oakville home for the past 21 years. Proud Canadian!

Sherri Phillips
Owner of Baby Helping Hands
Postpartum Doula
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Support Halton and Mississauga areas
Virtually or In-person

06/20/2026

What make Baby Helping Hands unique?

What makes Baby Helping Hands support unique is that I provide guidance from my trainings and ongoing continuing professional development in both the fields of a doula and a registered early childhood educator (RECE).

Providing you strategies on all thing’s postpartum recovery, baby care and adjusting to parenthood.

Next Wednesday June 24 I am excited to wear my two professional hats. As a RECE I will engage with your babies as you enjoy Pilates and then flip to my Postpartum Doula hat to share strategies for maintaining everyday routine during postpartum.

See you next week.
Sherri Phillips

06/19/2026

Unpacking Motherhood

I have worked with many partners and family who are so supportive to the birth parent postpartum.

But do you ever feel that they don’t see things from your perspective or your friends don’t have children yet and cannot relate to motherhood? Coming together with moms and birth parents of all identities (even if you don’t know them) creates a space of understanding.

Julie and myself have decided to combine Pilates with sharing motherhood strategies. Bring your pre-crawling babies to pause, recharge, and connect.

To learn more and register for the free June 24 event click https://www.pilatesonplains.com/bookclass

06/08/2026

June Sessions for parents-to-be or parents

I am excited that this coming weekend June 13 and 14 will be the two sessions followed by the June 24 session I have been sharing with you.

If you have any questions about these events reach out to me at [email protected]. Want to learn more about me visit www.babyhelpinghands.ca.

Know someone who is pregnant? Or someone who has birthed and is looking for an in-person small group to connect with and discuss all things adjusting and motherhood?

There is still time to register.
June 13 and June 24 In-Person Sessions Burlington, ON
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/adjusting-to-parenthood-managing-the-invisible-load-tickets-1989841948834?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

June 14 Virtual Session
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-week-postpartum-feel-confident-in-your-healing-feeding-journey-tickets-1989610285924?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/07/2026

Birthing Again

I too had many years between my children and at that time a public health nurse visited homes in Oakville, Ontario. The nurse was so professional when saying, “I know you are already a Mother, but many approaches you did six years ago are no longer recommended.”

Investing in a postpartum doula is beneficial for the wellbeing of yourself and your babies.

Visit www.babyhelpinghands to discover all the ways I support you postpartum.
Sherri Phillips, Postpartum Doula, Baby Helping Hands

06/06/2026

Tears and Episiotomy

She continued to say "you need to create a session that highlights strategies you have shown me". So I have with Nicole coming next Sunday June 14 as a virtual session.

“The First Week of Postpartum: Feel Confident For Your Recovery & Feeding Journey” I will share not only multiple tips but discuss what you may see and feel with tears and episiotomy and when to call the doctor. This is one of many topics I will discuss. Here is the link to register.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-week-postpartum-feel-confident-in-your-healing-feeding-journey-tickets-1989610285924?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/05/2026

The Busy Life Of A Postpartum Doula

I love owning Baby Helping Hands and being a postpartum doula because each day can look a little different.

Here are multiple examples of what my life as a postpartum doula has included since last year.

• Supporting families in person
• Meeting new families via consultations
• Company brochure created

Learning through
• Doula Canada monthly doula chats
• Doula continuing education courses
• Association of Ontario Doulas events
• ECE Latte Lounge Chats
• Early Childhood Education webinars and conferences
• Halton Baby Friendly Initiative events
• Networking events
• New resources and books

Speaking Events and Collaborations
• Infant Feeding Talk for Early Childhood Educators
• Tummy Time talk in Georgetown - Preventative Health Awareness Month event
• Baby Steps to Talking through Everyday Interactions sessions with Speech Language Pathologist
• The First Week Postpartum: Feel Confident For Your Recovery and Feeding Journey with Lactation Consultant
• Adjusting to Parenthood and the Invisible Load of Motherhood with Psychotherapist

If you are considering a Postpartum Doula, hosting an event or want to collaborate. Reach out to me at [email protected]

06/04/2026

Postpartum Recovery Food

Yes Postpartum Doulas cook in your home food for your recovery.

First, I recommend to my clients in their pre-visit to mark their favorite recipe books so I know which ones they want done.

I also recommend specific meals and types of foods that,
• Help their healing
• Maintains regular comfortable digestion
• Reduces inflammation
• Helps their immune defense system
• Regulates their hormones
• Provides important electrolytes
• Keeps them hydrated

At my in-person session June 13 in Burlington Ontario I will be discussing this in more detail. Click my linktr.ee in the bio for the link to register.

This is one of the many ways I support you postpartum. To learn more visit https://babyhelpinghands.ca/postpartum-doula-support

06/03/2026

Postpartum With Twins

I am excited to be working with twins again!

Working with twins gives me a chance to learn about their different
• Temperaments
• Feeding styles
• Soothing preferences
• Sleep patterns
• Environment interest

So, I can customize my approach to their unique needs and development.
Are you having twins and wondering how a postpartum doula can support your family? Book a free 1-hour consultation to find out.