Full Moon Doula Services
Nurturing postpartum support for your growing family’s unique needs
Evidenced Based Information
Anti-Oppressive & Trauma Informed
Gender Affirming Care
Your Postpartum & Newborn Care Specialist
As a new parent, you deserve to cherish the precious moments with your newborn without feeling overwhelmed. Welcome to Full Moon Doula Services, where every step of your journey into parenthood is embraced with warmth, care, and expertise. I am proud to offer a wide range of nurturing and family-centred services designed to make your life easier and ensure you and your baby thrive through the joys and challenges of early parenthood.
YOU DESERVE TO MAKE YOURSELF A PRIORITY.
Service Offerings
Each of my services are personally tailored to your unique needs – designed specifically to help you rest, recover and rejuvenate after welcoming your new child. Receive support anywhere from a few days to several months. My offerings range from $35-$45 an hour.
YOU DESERVE TO MAKE NOURISHMENT A PRIORITY.
1. Daytime Postpartum Doula Support
Imagine being able to prioritize your self-care, recovery, AND nurturing support for your entire family. With daytime support you will receive continuous practical, and emotional support throughout your postpartum period. Together we we will create a loving and nurturing environment for you and your baby.
Min. 4 hours per visit.
2. Overnight Postpartum Doula Support
You deserve a good night’s sleep! While sleepless nights are a natural part of caring for a newborn—you don’t have to face them alone. Overnight support ensures that you can rest peacefully while I tend to your little one’s needs. Indulge in a full night of rest, so you can wake up refreshed and ready to embrace each new day.
Min. 8 hours per visit.
3. Meal Prep & Grocery Support
Savor delicious, nutritious meals without lifting a finger. Learn to prioritize the importance of nourishing your body after childbirth through personalized in-home meal prep services. Let me take care of the kitchen duties, while you focus on bonding with your baby and recovering your strength.
Min. 4 hours per visit.
4. Household & Nursery Organization
Maintaining a tidy home can be a challenge with a newborn. Forget about all those little chores – you deserve to have more time for yourself and your little one. Let me lend a hand! Enjoy a clean and peaceful environment without any added stress.
Min. 4 hours per visit.
YOU DESERVE TO MAKE HEALING A PRIORITY.
About Me
Welcome! My name is Charisse and I am a proud certified full spectrum doula, perinatal mental health advocate and newborn care specialist (in training) supporting growing families across Ontario. With 15 years of experience cultivating safe and nurturing environments for young minds to flourish, I know how important it is for families to receive support tailored to their unique needs.
Giving back to and serving my community has always been my passion. Outside of Full Moon Doula Services you can find me providing full spectrum doula support at NO COST to marginalized families with Rooted and Resilient: A Black Led Perinatal Program, and Community Doula Access.
My mission with Full Moon Doula Services is to not only provide nurturing care and support that allows you to prioritize self-care, rest, and healing – I want to highlight the importance and impact holistic postpartum and newborn care can have on creating strong, successful families. I truly believe that well-rested and supported parents are crucial for the health and well-being of the entire community.
Community Experience & Qualifications
- CPR/AED LEVEL C | Canadian Red Cross, 2022 – 2025
- CO-CHAIR OF SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING | Community Doula Access Board of Directors, 2023 – Present
- MEMBER | Association of Ontario Doulas, 2022 – Present
- QUEER & TRANS LACTATION SUPPORT MASTERCLASS | Andrew Givens, MA, Pre-Med, 2023
- FOUNDATIONAL NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST TRAINING | Newborn Care Solutions Institute, in progress
- INDIGENOUS DEATH DOULA TRAINING | Blackbird Medicines, in progress
- CANADIAN CERTIFICATE IN PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM | Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Trainings, 2023
- WALK LEADER | Flora’s Walk for Perinatal Mental Health – Ottawa, 2023
- INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL TRAINING | Public Health Ontario, 2022
- FERTILITY AND CONCEPTION CE | Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings, 2022
- PLACENTA ART WEBINAR | The Radiant Doula, 2022
- FAMILY PRESERVATION & BIRTHWORK WEBINAR | The Radiant Doula, 2022
- CHILDBIRTH EDUCATOR TRAINING | Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings, 2022
- FULL SPECTRUM DOULA TRAINING | Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings, 2021
- WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES (BA) | Carleton University, 2019
YOU DESERVE TO MAKE CONNECTING A PRIORITY.
Testimonials
Hear from those who have experienced the love and care of Full Moon Doula Services:
“A luxury I wish all new parents could have”
Charisse helped our family with the arrival of our second son. She was an immense support to me during the first few months, holding baby while I napped, doing food prep and offering evidence-based support when I asked for it. Being able to rest and have someone else hold the baby is a luxury I wish all new parents could have. I especially appreciated Charisse’s thoughtfulness; she often anticipated my needs before I could express them. I felt cared for, and valued her expertise and experience. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone who is looking for some support in the postpartum period.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Pomme, Mom of 2
“An absolute sweetheart”
My Doula was an absolute sweetheart, she was amazing with all her help!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Ellie, First Time Mom
“So friendly and professional”
Charisse is so friendly and professional. My baby is so attached to me though she was able to comfort him. I definitely can trust her. Thank you Charisse for your help.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Abbiy, First Time Mom
“Made my postpartum experience much more enjoyable and relaxing”
Charisse is a kind, gentle, competent and family-oriented doula. This was my second baby and it made my postpartum experience much more enjoyable and relaxing.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Flavia, Mom of 2
YOU DESERVE TO MAKE REST A PRIORITY.
What do the facts say?
Research has proven that new parents who receive postpartum support that allows them to feel secure and cared for during the fourth trimester are more successful than those who don’t. As reported by DONA International, “Studies have shown that cultures in which women are cared for by others for a defined period of days or weeks and are expected only to nurture themselves and their babies during that time have superior outcomes in postpartum adjustment.”
Reported benefits of postpartum doula care include:
- Decreased Anxiety
- Better Chestfeeding Outcomes
- Increased Confidence in Parenting
- Improved Bonding for Partners and Siblings
- Boosted Self Esteem
- Improved Postpartum Mental Health
- Quicker Physical Recovery
- Improved Relaxation
- Increased Movement Postpartum
By choosing Full Moon Doula Services, you are embracing a comprehensive approach to postpartum care that is grounded in evidence-based practices and a deep understanding of the needs of new parents. My mission is to provide you with the support, knowledge, and care you need to not only survive but thrive during this transformative time.
Let’s Connect
Reach out today to schedule your free 30 minute consultation. Let’s explore how postpartum care and infant support can make your journey into parenthood even more extraordinary!