Expecting a baby is a major rite of passage. It signifies not only the birth of a baby but also the birth of a Mother. The transition to motherhood is a radical life change deserving of reverence and support. It is my greatest pleasure to witness and hold space during this process for your family.
About Me:
I’m Taylor Chinenere. I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Birth and Postpartum Doula, Matrescence Educator, and a proud Mother.
I am committed to supporting you in reaching your infant feeding goals, building a robust village of support for your postpartum transition, and finding the joy in your sacred transition to parenting.
A Note About my Availability
As I prepare to welcome my second baby, I will be on maternity leave from June through the end of 2026 and will not actively be attending births during this time.
I will still be offering birth pool and labour support toolkit rentals, on-demand education, photography, and some select prenatal, lactation, and postpartum support sessions as it aligns with this emerging season of motherhood.
Even while I step back from births, I remain committed to supporting South Shore families in meaningful and mutually accessible ways.
I Offer…
Birth Pool and TENS Unit Rentals
$200 CAD
Support your comfort in labour with a home birth and labour support toolkit rental. Includes:
-Birth Pool
-Disposable birth pool liner
-Inflation and deflation pump
-Input hose for clean water
-Output hose for birth pool contents
-Submersible water pump
-Faucet-Hose adapters
– Perfect Mama TENS for labour with electrode pads
-Labour Comb
-Birth Positions and Movement Posters
Rentals of the kit are available from the 37th week of pregnancy until your baby is born. Subject to availability.
Packages or Individual Bite-Sized Sessions
Choose comprehensive support packages or book focused sessions tailored to your specific needs.
*Please see maternity leave note; not attending births from June 2026 until end of year.
Everything but the birth package, lactation support, and single sessions may be available (timing dependent).
Prenatal Education & Lactation Courses (On-Demand)
Prepare for birth and feeding your baby with confidence through accessible, evidence-informed education you can revisit whenever you need it
Birth, Newborn, and Postpartum Lifestyle Photography
MOMents in Matrescence by Taylor Chinenere; capturing the special moments of pregnancy, birth, and newborn life.
- Birth Photography
- Newborn and Postpartum Lifestyle Photography
- Breastfeeding/Infant feeding journey sessions
- Motherhood and Family Photography
- Tailored packages available
Postpartum Doula Support
$30CAD Hourly
Postpartum doulas provide caring, practical support as well as information and encouragement to new families. Examples include:
-Help with light housework, such as laundry, dishes, and sweeping
-Meal preparation
-Help with bathing and soothing the baby
-Assist with breastfeeding or bottle feeding
-Provide opportunities for rest and personal care
Please note that I do not offer overnight postpartum shifts.
Birth Doula Support
Continuous emotional, physical, and informational support as you prepare for and welcome your baby.
*Currently unavailable during maternity leave from June 2026-End 2026