Lindsey Hiebert

About

What languages do you speak?

English

What is your personal definition of “doula”?

My definition of a doula is someone who can provide mothers with professional knowledge and support; someone who is willing to give of themselves sacrificially, blessing the people around them. I believe a doula is called to care for their client in holistic and intuitive ways, gently caring for the birthing parent and their family.

What brought you to birth and postpartum work?

I have always been drawn to caring for families, as I grew up in a traditional Mennonite culture surrounded by lots of babies, children and families. I was part of several rural communities in Mississippi (in the U.S.) and then later Alberta where hard work, holistic living and natural food were a huge part of our culture.

After moving to Vancouver to attend art school, I began working at Union Gospel Mission in the DTES, specifically working with new parents. I learned so many valuable lessons during this time and developed an expanded passion for holistic care. I discovered that the season after becoming a mother is so intimate, special, wild and crazy, and I wanted to spend my time cultivating this space for parents.

In a climate of caregiver burnout, how are you caring for yourself?

I like to say that I am in tune with how much I can handle emotionally and physically, as I have learned when I need to be restored and resedt. I love to rejuvenate with good food, a cold swim or a hangout with friends. Sometimes I need a good verbal process with someone I trust, like a spiritual mentor or friend.

What is a standout book, movie/tv, etc about the childbearing/parenting journey that you return to?

TV

• Call The Midwives
• Birth Story: Ina May Gaskin & the Farm Midwives

BOOKS

• Joyous Childbirth Changes the World by Dr. Tadashi Yoshimura
• Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin

Birth Care Package

To better understand Brood’s birth package pricing model, read on → Making Birth Doula Care Accessible: The Green Bottle Sliding Scale Method

Tell us more about the ethos in your birth doula practice:

My main goal is to make sure you are heard, supported, loved, respected and empowered through your birth. I do not have a specific approach to my doula care, as am very flexible with what you and your family need. However, my heritage is rooted in care that is holistic, intuitive and old-fashioned: providing nutritional food, loving and hands-on care, cleaning, good conversation and safe presence. I practice and encourage instinctual and intuitive education and knowledge, encouraging you to trust what is inside of you and the instincts you have as a parent!

Prenatal Care

• Free In-Person Foundations Visit → Once your contract is signed and your first-choice doula has been confirmed, your doula will visit your home for around 1+ hour so you can chat, connect, and ensure the fit feels right—for both of you!
• Two Personalized Prenatal Sessions → We will check in on your pregnancy, and talk about all things birth and postpartum, while physically and mentally preparing you and your partner(s) (if applicable) for birth and labour.
• (Optional) Prenatal Care Attendance → I’m available to attend your prenatal appointments if you’d like additional support!
• Birth, Labour, & Postpartum Planning → We will discuss your birth and plans for labour, talking through everything from family dynamics to food and nutrition. We can start a meal train with your community, find comfortable clothes for postpartum (planning outfits anyone?!, and have conversations with your partner.
• Personal Mindfulness Practice → I will support you in building a personalized mindfulness practice as part of your preparation for birth and postpartum. This may include visualization, breathwork, body awareness, and sensory focus to help cultivate a calm and present mind during birth.
• Community Referrals → Access valuable local resources like prenatal classes, lactation consultants, and mental health support.
• Brood’s Family Membership → Gain exclusive access to five online courses covering prenatal and newborn care, plus join our virtual private clubhouse and member area for downloadable resources.
• Postpartum Product Guide → A curated list of our top postpartum must-haves, based on what we see support families again and again.

Birth Attendance

• Continuous In-Person Support → I’ll be on call and available for you through early labour, and by your side in person throughout labour and delivery, providing support, knowledge and comfort. I will stay for up to 3 hours after birth, making sure you and your support team are well-fed and cared for.
• Birth Preferences → I will ensure your birth preferences are clearly communicated to your medical care team and advocate for them to be considered when decisions need to be made.
• Pain Management → I provide tailored pain management techniques, including vocal meditation, soothing massage, calming music, gentle movement, and counter-pressure, to help you feel supported and at ease during birth.
• Birth Photography → Capture special moments with tailored birth photography, whether you want the entire process documented or just the first hours with your baby.
• Post Birth Care → I’ll stay with you for up to 3 hours after birth—or until you feel ready to be on your own. During this time, I’ll provide warm, nutritious soup, capture special moments with photos, support the first feeding, and offer newborn care guidance.

Postpartum Support

• Three In-Person Visits → Focused on newborn care, connecting you with essential resources, and supporting you and your partner(s) through the transition into parenthood. We’ll also dedicate time to reflect on your birth story and provide emotional support.
• Personalized Resources → Customized recommendations for postpartum resources and support tailored to your unique needs.
• Ongoing Support → Enjoy unlimited text, phone, and email support for up to 6 weeks postpartum. I’m here for you whenever you need reassurance or guidance.
• Baby-Wearing Resources → Receive expert tips and guidance on baby-wearing techniques to ensure safe, comfortable, and nurturing bonding with your baby.
• Ceremony & Ritual → A deeply spiritual and nurturing ritual (Closing of the Bones) practiced worldwide to support healing, close cycles, restore energetic balance, and bring warmth back to the body. This ceremony also promotes physical recovery and can be done anytime from 2 weeks postpartum onward.

Training + Education

BIRTH & POSTPARTUM

• Holistic (Birth, Postpartum, and Full-Spectrum) Doula Certificate, Pacific Rim College

OTHER

• Healthcare Provider CPR-C with AED
• Certified Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Carrot Fertility-Approved Doula
• Eligible for Extended Health Reimbursement

WORKSHOPS & ROUNDTABLES

• EQ + You: for Care Workers with Jessica Robson
• Lactation + Nursing for Doulas with Allison Mennie of Milky Way Lactation
• Running Your Care Practice with Emma Devin of Brood
• Full Spectrum Roundtable with Gina Badger of Long Spell, Dr. Madeline Ennis, Julia Santana Parilla of So I Had an Abortion, and Zuzana Betkova, Registered Midwife and Adjunct Professor
• Bookkeeping for Doulas with Courtney Ewan of CCE Consulting
• Who You Are Affects How You Care with Anna Balagtas of Pocket Doula
• Supplements & Nutrition with Dr Jennifer Fitzgerald of Bird&Be
• Twins, Triplets, and Multiples 101 with Emma Devin and Lolo Chaumont of Brood
• NICU 101 for Doulas with Tracy Karp, (NP) Neonatal Patient Care, Nursing Education and Leadership
• Perinatal Mental Health: Identifying and Supporting Clients with PMADs, with MomWell
  
• Sleep Training Roundtable with Desiree Russell and Jessica Peters
• Acupuncture and Acupressure for Doulas with Courtney Morris
• Values in Action: Boundaries & Balance in Care Work with Saphren Ma and Emma Devin of Brood
• Queer & Gender Affirming Care: Supporting and Celebrating Queer & Gender Diverse Families with Dia DP
• Lactation Support for Doulas: Common Ailments and Hands-on Resources with Allison Mennie of Milky Way Lactation
• Enhancing Doula Care: How to Address Clients’ Body Image Concerns and Combat Anti-Fat Bias with Vinny Welsby of the Fiercy Fatty + Weight Inclusive Consulting
• Values in Action: Care Considerations for the Perinatal Period with Roberta Stuart
• Babywearing 101 with Karla Castro of the Babywearing Club
• Trauma & Care Work: Integration and Healing from Birth & Postpartum Experiences with Melissa Medjuck of the Perinatal Collective
• Responsive Doula Care for Families with Complex Needs with Lolo Chaumont
• Sex and Relationships After Baby with Erin Davidson, MA, RCC, CST, CHST
• Pelvic Floor Support Through Pregnancy to Early Postpartum with Lauren Sutherland of Core Connection Physio

FOR YOUR PERSONAL LEARNING, WHAT IS THE WORKSHOP/TRAINING ON YOUR RADAR?

• Enhancing Doula Care: Addressing Anti-fat Bias in Pregnancy and Postpartum by Brood!

Testimonials

We reached out to Brood to coordinate last-minute postpartum support after some exceptional circumstances in our son’s delivery. From the moment we contacted this team, we were met with unbelievable kindness and support – truly, we felt like we were immediately given a village when we had none. We aren’t sure how to put into words how grateful we are for the care we’ve received from our doulas. Unbelievable at their job, they are warm, responsive, knowledgeable, and immediately made us and our baby feel so cared for and comfortable. They’ve truly been an integral part of our transition to parenthood, and we aren’t sure how we would’ve done this without her. Thank you to this team for all that you do. We will forever remember you as part of this precious time of our lives. To other families considering doula care, you truly cannot go wrong with this lovely group of people. — Nica L

We received care from Lindsey throughout the first month of postpartum. She was super helpful, knowledgeable, patient, and caring, supporting us through the toughest times. Lizzy was also excellent in coordinating all the schedule changes to help us get the support when we needed it the most. I highly recommend Brood for postpartum care to any parents! — Allen C

I just want to start by saying Brood is hands down the most caring, knowledgeable, responsive, and trusting care agency that we have ever encountered. Lindsey, in particular, brought such warmth, expertise, and presence to our experience. The personalized service she gave us—from in-person birth support to postpartum doula care—made every day of this process an absolute joy. Her knowledge and attention to every detail ensured our newborn was healthy, happy, and set up for the critical first few months of her life. We cannot say enough good things about the Brood staff. There is nothing more important than making sure a child is brought into this world safely and receives the best care for the gentle beginning of their life. We absolutely love the Brood family and are so very thankful that we found them and had the joyful experience they brought to this already joyful part of our lives. They enter your life seamlessly and curate each experience with your goals and wellbeing at the top of their list. Thank you, Brood—and thank you Lindsey—for everything. You simply are the best. We take a bow to you — From everyone: Presthaya, Conrad, Baby Freya (& Mary).

We had a really great experience with Brood. All of the doulas are so lovely, friendly, caring and helpful, and Brood was so accommodating of our scheduling needs, especially if we needed shifts switched or added. Our main doula Lindsey, was amazing, she took charge of us in those first few weeks when everything was a blur, and this was exactly what we needed as first-time parents. We had a mix of nighttime and daytime care, and initially, the night shifts were essential. Having our doula there allowed my partner to get a full night’s rest, I was well supported overnight, and our baby was carefully watched and cared for. Eventually, as he started sleeping through the night, we changed to day shifts so we could get errands done or attend appointments or just have a nap! We’re very grateful to have been able to have the help. Thank you! — Alaina O

I wanted to thank you again for the help in the last couple of months. It’s been invaluable in helping Li get through her health issues and been wonderful to know Tai is so well looked after at night! — Chris & Li