From egg freezing to IVF, and sperm support to donor conception—this glossary explains the most common fertility treatments and terms in a supportive, inclusive way. Perfect for anyone navigating the path to parenthood.
A birth plan helps communicate your wishes, but birth preferences provide a more flexible, realistic approach to navigating labor and delivery. Learn why shifting from a strict plan to adaptable birth preferences can support informed consent, reduce stress, and foster collaboration with your care team. Download Brood’s Birth Preferences Toolkit and feel confident in your choices.
Black birthing parents face systemic barriers and health inequities that impact their journey to parenthood. This post offers resources, tools, and advocacy insights to ensure every Black family feels seen, respected, and supported.
Curious about the cost of a doula in Canada or the US? Brood breaks it down with insights into birth and postpartum services, volunteer options, and why our certified doulas provide unmatched care. Learn more today!
Building a family as a queer or trans person comes with unique financial, legal, and social challenges. From navigating IVF and adoption costs to securing legal protections, this guide empowers 2SLGBTQIA+ families with practical tools and affirming resources to plan confidently for their futures.
Discover how to provide compassionate, size-inclusive care as a doula. From addressing fears of weight gain and combating anti-fat bias in healthcare to supporting clients navigating postpartum pressures, this guide offers practical tips for creating a safe, empowering space for clients of all sizes. Learn how to challenge harmful narratives and foster body-positive support in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Plus, join us for our upcoming workshop on February 12th with Vinny Welsby to deepen your skills in supporting clients’ body image and advocating for fair, inclusive care.
Have you recently been diagnosed with endometriosis? Do you suspect you might have endometriosis? Are you concerned about your reproductive health, and are thinking about getting pregnant?Are you looking to learn more in order to support someone? If any of these things sound familiar, you’ve come to the right place.
While the term “reproductive justice” may conjure images ripped from today’s headlines, the framework of this practice at the core of a doula’s work builds a foundation for a person’s reproductive journey upon four pillars of advocacy, protection, affirmation, and validation.
We work and live on the unceded and occupied territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations. Since time immemorial, the original peoples of these lands have cared for their families and communities. We are committed to honouring their teachings, legacy and their sovereignty.
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