“Hesed” (pronounced “Heh-sed”) is a beautifully nuanced word in Hebrew that expresses the loving-kindness, goodness, favour, tenderness, and compassionate grace that the divine has towards humanity, and that we can have for each other as well, no matter the time or place in which we exist.
Hesed Birth is a childbirth education and doula collective that serves families throughout pregnancy, during birth, and beyond. It is our hope that you will experience all kinds of “hesed” as you walk this journey of birth and parenting.
I loved all the opportunities for dialogue, sharing experiences, expectations, difficulties and the guided practical movement components. It was really awesome how honest and stimulated the discussions were.
Ibukun Afolabi - MScPT, BA(Hon)Kin.
Pelvic Floor & Perinatal Physiotherapist, Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Corrective Exercise Specialist
Ibbie is a women’s health professional and a mom to five beautiful kids whom she birthed at home. She is the owner of The Mama’s Physio and has supported hundreds of pre and postnatal women throughout their journeys. Ibbie is an engaging educator and has taught individuals, groups, and health professionals on various topics of perinatal care and pelvic health.
Learn more about her and how she can help make your journey beautiful.
Nikki Schalk - BA Social Work
Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Support
Nikki’s interest in birth work was sparked when she completed a placement at a pregnancy support home in Quito, Ecuador as part of her degree in social work. That life changing experience led her to pursue further training in pregnancy, birth and postpartum through Fanshawe College’s Doula Studies Program. Nikki is gifted in serving families in the perinatal period. She is a knowledgable and passionate childbirth educator, a proud birth nerd and a mama to two sweet littles.
Learn more about her and how she can serve and support your family .
Angelle Mycio
Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Support
Angie is a birth and postpartum doula, a mother, and a Métis woman dedicated to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum season. Her four years in Southern Africa working with a non-profit serving vulnerable communities deeply shaped her heart for care and service. Her own journey into motherhood, both beautiful and challenging, strengthened her commitment to walking alongside other moms. She is a hand-on and loving presence in birth and postpartum and considers it an honour to be part of each family’s unique journey.
Learn more about her and how she can support you and your family.
Ibukun Afolabi - MScPT, BA(Hon)Kin.
Pelvic Floor & Perinatal Physiotherapist, Certified Childbirth Educator, Birth Support Provider, Certified Postpartum Doula, Corrective Exercise Specialist
Ibbie is a women’s health professional and a mom to five beautiful kids whom she birthed at home. She is the owner of The Mama’s Physio and has supported hundreds of pre and postnatal women throughout their journeys. Ibbie is an engaging educator and has taught individuals, groups, and health professionals on various topics of perinatal care and pelvic health.
Learn more about her and how she can help make your journey beautiful.
Nikki Schalk - BA Social Work
Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Support
Nikki’s interest in birth work was sparked when she completed a placement at a pregnancy support home in Quito, Ecuador as part of her degree in social work. That life changing experience led her to pursue further training in pregnancy, birth and postpartum through Fanshawe College’s Doula Studies Program. Nikki is gifted in serving families in the perinatal period. She is a knowledgable and passionate childbirth educator, a proud birth nerd and a mama to two sweet littles.
Learn more about her and how she can serve and support your family.
Angelle Mycio
Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Support
Angie is a birth and postpartum doula, a mother, and a Métis woman dedicated to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum season. Her four years in Southern Africa working with a non-profit serving vulnerable communities deeply shaped her heart for care and service. Her own journey into motherhood, both beautiful and challenging, strengthened her commitment to walking alongside other moms. She is a hand-on and loving presence in birth and postpartum and considers it an honour to be part of each family’s unique journey.
Learn more about her and how she can support you and your family.
Our team wears many hats.
If you are looking for help with pregnancy anxiety, maternal mental health, pelvic health coaching, pre or postnatal fitness training, birth or postpartum doula support, grief and loss counselling, safe processing for birth trauma, perinatal health coaching, breastfeeding/infant feeding support, or other perinatal related services – we’ve got you.