Modern Mama Birth Doulas
a collaborative approach to women’s wellness in pregnancy, labour, birth and early postpartum
About Me
I am professionally trained as a labour and birth doula and also postpartum doula and founder of Modern Mama Doulas in Regina, Saskatchewan.
I offer a unique experience in which you will receive excellent doula support! I am passionate about supporting new and expecting mothers and families in a way that allows you to feel confident and empowered about your decisions, informed about your choices, and surrounded by love and respect during this most memorable time.
I am prepared to work with a variety of clients in hospital or home settings. I am part of a strong network of doulas in Regina and have attended and audited a variety of childbirth preparation and breastfeeding classes in the city. I have a strong knowledge base and can recommend books, videos, classes, and local professionals to promote education for a more positive pregnancy and birthing experience. I am familiar with different philosophies of birth and have the skills to individualize care specific to clients from all walks of life.
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I work with the goal of healthy and happy mothers, babies and families. I would love to meet with you to see how I can best serve your family.
Who Am I
My name is Kim Entner (Skrypnyk), I am a Registered Massage Therapist with 16 years experience. I have taken several different courses throughout my career to further my knowledge and experience. I enjoy working with all my clients and like to think I have developed a personal relationship with each of them. I offer prenatal massage as a Registered Massage Therapist which can be booked through www.villagehausmassage.com. I completed the Labour and Birth Doula training in 2019 and am excited to add this practice into my current career. I completed my Postpartum Doula care in 2020 and am excited to over full care through the 4th trimester as well. On a personal note, my husband and I welcomed our first baby in 2018, a daughter and we have multiple fur babies. We have an acreage just outside of Balgonie, and we love our quiet country life and are surrounded by great community.
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Services
Birth Doula
The birth doula service includes a complimentary meeting to chat about what kind of support you’d like, what kind of support I offer, and to learn what your needs and birth wishes are. Most importantly it’s an opportunity for us to find out if it feels right to work together. In an ideal world only people with whom you feel totally comfortable would be invited to such an important event!
Doula services will prepare you for your birth and early postpartum. This includes prenatal appointments, continuous support during labour and birth, basic postpartum support, and educational support (e-mails, client hand-outs, referrals to local health practitioners, help with birth plans). I will become familiar with you and your partner, and your specific preferences, needs, and wishes, and help you create a birth plan or vision.
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From the time we sign a contract, your doula is available to you. I will answer your questions, offer guidance, provide resources, help you emotionally process the various stages of labor, and support you in achieving any specific birthing goals you may have. My knowledge, expertise, compassion, and care will ensure that you are fully supported through this experience.
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And let's not forget about your partner! Being a witness to birth is life changing. Your doula is attuned and experienced in supporting the various levels of involvement that each partner desires. Having a doula takes the pressure off your birth partner and provides space to be truly present for the birth of your baby.
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Your investment for my services is $1000.
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You might wish to check out Doula-FAQs and Hiring a Doula is an Investment.
Postpartum Doula
New parents have a lot on their plates and deserve to have a peaceful and restful 4th trimester. As your postpartum doula, I will ensure all you need to worry about is resting and bonding with your new baby.
Review the packages offered for postpartum support and contact Kim Skrypnyk with any questions or to set up a free consultation for your postpartum needs and support.
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Basic Postpartum Support Package
Here is what you get with the Basic Postpartum Support Package:
- One prenatal meeting where we will discuss and create your postpartum plan. We will iron out details like organizing a meal train, arranging childcare for any other siblings, arranging pet care, setting up stations around your house for easy feeding and diaper changing access, and making sure you have all the resources you need at your fingertips.
-12 hours of postpartum support in your home. These hours can be broken up however you like, with each session being a minimum of 3 hours. This package includes only daytime hours (8am-8pm). These services can include several options, from light housekeeping to basic breastfeeding support and everything in between.
- Unlimited phone/ e-mail/ text support from birth to 6 weeks postpartum.
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Your investment:
$275
Additional hours can be purchased at $25 an hour.
I offer a free consultation where we can go over my full list of services and decide if a postpartum doula is right for you.
A Little More Help Postpartum Support Package
Here is what you get with my A Little More Help Postpartum Support Package:
- One prenatal meeting where we will discuss and create your postpartum plan. We will iron out details like organizing a meal train, arranging childcare for any other siblings, arranging pet care, setting up stations around your house for easy feeding and diaper changing access, and making sure you have all the resources you need at your fingertips.
-20 hours of postpartum support in your home. These hours can be broken up however you like, with each session being a minimum of 3 hours. This package includes daytime hours (8am-8pm) with the option for one 12 hour overnight visit. These services can include a number of options, from light housekeeping to basic breastfeeding support and everything in between.
- Unlimited phone/ e-mail/ text support from birth to 6 weeks postpartum.
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Your investment:
$450
Additional hours can be purchased at $25 an hour.
​I offer a free consultation where we can go over my full list of services and decide if a postpartum doula is right for you.
Hourly Postpartum Support
Sometimes you don't know you need help until you're in the thick of it. That is why I offer hourly rates for my postpartum services. Whether your baby is 3 days old or 3 years old, it's never too late to ask for help.
Postpartum support hours can be purchased in a minimum of 3 hour increments, at $25 per hour.
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Support can include a large range of services from light housekeeping, sibling care, breastfeeding support, and everything in between.
Contact Us
We love what we do-ula! But…we are all moms and have professional careers outside of being doulas. With that in mind, please allow us some grace in responding to your request. We will do our best to respond within 24 hours.