Birthing Families Foundation

09/07/2026

Labour Day is a good day to talk about the work of caring.
Birth work is work.
Parenting is work.
Supporting families is work.
Building healthier communities is work.
And so much of the work that makes families and communities stronger happens quietly — through listening, showing up, sharing knowledge, providing support and making connections.

At Birthing Families Foundation, we believe that families deserve access to meaningful support regardless of their circumstances, and that the people doing the work of supporting families deserve to be valued, supported and heard too.

Today, we recognize the many forms of labour that help families thrive — both the work we see and the work that often goes unseen.
Happy Labour Day, Canada. ❤️

09/04/2026

Good programming doesn't begin with us deciding what a community needs.
It begins with listening.

Over the summer, BFF has been connecting with communities, meeting with people doing the work, hearing about the realities families are experiencing and learning about the gaps, strengths and possibilities that exist in different places.

Because communities are not one-size-fits-all.
What works in one community may not be what another community needs.
Our goal is to make sure the programming we develop and support is responsive, relevant and grounded in the lived realities of the people and communities we serve.

And we want to hear from you.

A community survey will be coming shortly, giving families, doulas, community care providers and others an opportunity to help shape where BFF goes next.
Your experience matters. Your voice matters. And your input helps build better programs.
Watch for the survey — and please share it when it arrives.

08/26/2026

Update!! So far we have had amazing interactions in Saltspring Island and Victoria community. Thank you everybody who has joined us so far!

Today’s event in Nanaimo has sadly been cancelled due to ferry difficulties. ( )

Everyone is also free to join us tomorrow at 2 PM at Twisted Willow studio in Port Alberni, or at 1pm at miracle Beach in Campbell River! Looking forward to connecting with more of our community members and colleagues! Your feedback is extremely valuable and welcome!

08/13/2026

The Birthing Families Foundation warmly invites you to join us for an upcoming Q&A and Information Session in your community!

These gatherings are an opportunity to learn more about BFF, ask questions, share your experiences, and help us better understand the needs of perinatal families and communities in your area.

Upcoming Sessions:

August 24 at 2pm — Salt Spring Island, 196 Eagle Ridge Dr.

August 25 — Victoria, details to follow

August 26 — Nanaimo, details to follow

August 27 at 2pm — Port Alberni, Twisted Willow Studio, 3911 Glenside Rd

August 28 — Campbell River, details to follow

Current and prospective doulas, volunteers, community partners, and other community members are all welcome. We would be delighted to have you join us and contribute to the conversation.

If you have any questions or would like further details, please contact [email protected].

We look forward to connecting with you and hearing your thoughts about how we can grow and support the needs of families in our communities.

08/07/2026

Breastfeeding success relies on supportive systems, from workplaces and communities to policies that enable mothers to breastfeed, not just individual willpower.

Let’s make breastfeeding easier for all families.🤱🏿💙

https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-breastfeeding-week/2026

07/25/2026

Every donation helps remove barriers to care.
Funding Birthing Families Foundation means more families can access education, support groups, birth preparation, community connections, and compassionate care—regardless of financial circumstances.

When you invest in Birthing Families Foundation, you're investing in healthier communities. Removing barriers to safe care begins at birth.

Visit our website to learn how your donation can make a difference.
🌐 birthingfamiliesfoundation.org

07/21/2026

It takes a village—and you can be part of ours.

Every family deserves compassionate, knowledgeable support, but it takes dedicated volunteers to make that possible.
Whether you have experience in birth work, administration, event planning, fundraising, education, or simply a passion for helping families thrive, there's a place for you at Birthing Families Foundation.
Volunteering isn't just about giving back—it's about building lifelong friendships, learning new skills, and making a meaningful difference in your community.
Interested in joining our volunteer team?
📧 Contact us today through our website at www.birthingfamiliesfoundation.org to learn about current volunteer opportunities.
🌐 birthingfamiliesfoundation.org

07/18/2026

✨ It Takes a Community ✨
The recent Red Panties Retreat gathering was made even more meaningful thanks to the incredible organizations and partners who shared their knowledge, expertise, and support. The Blind Auction Table was able to raise $1600 for the Birthing Families Foundation’s Community Doula Connection Fund which supports doulas across all of British Columbia who are doing philanthropic work in their communities.

A heartfelt thank you to:
💜 Safe Beginnings First Aid
💜 MotherWit Doula Care
💜 Jassal Chiropractic

And ALL of the AMAZING doulas who gathered to celebrate and support all of the community doulas by sharing their experiences and holding space for each other.
Together, we're creating healthier beginnings and stronger families.
Thank you for walking alongside us.

07/17/2026

“While ob-gyns are used to collaborating with a variety of maternity care professionals, medical education rarely includes collaboration with doulas,” said Adetola Louis-Jacques, MD, FACOG, guidance coauthor. “We have more data on the benefits of doulas today than we did even a decade ago, but still more research is needed, especially in the postpartum period. This guidance aims to help fill some of the knowledge gap by explaining the role of doulas and why it’s critical for ob-gyns to partner with doulas as an integral part of the care team.”

Stronger partnerships between clinicians and doulas can lead to better patient outcomes.

07/14/2026

Thank You, Victoria Foundation!
We are deeply grateful to the Victoria Foundation for believing in the work of Birthing Families Foundation and investing in healthier beginnings for families across British Columbia.
Support like yours helps remove barriers to birth and care team education, expands access to culturally responsive care, strengthens community partnerships, and ensures families have the support they deserve from pregnancy through early parenting.
Together, we're building stronger communities—one family at a time.
From all of us at Birthing Families Foundation, thank you for helping make this work possible.
Learn more about our programs:
🌐 birthingfamiliesfoundation.org