Rachel Manaras

Birth & Postpartum Doula

Surrey, British Columbia

26 years of experience

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About me

Hi there! I’m Rachel, a certified birth and postpartum doula. I support families through pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks of parenthood with calm, compassionate, and evidence-based care. My goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and nurtured every step of the way so you can focus on welcoming your baby with confidence, peace and a confident plan moving in to this new chapter of family life.

Education

Diploma - Biology (1995)

Diploma - Business administration (1993)

Certification and training

Birth Doula Certification - Douglas College, (2000)

DONA Advanced Birth Doula Certification - Bini Birth - Los Angeles, California (2024)

DONA Postpartum Doula Certification - Bini Birth - Los Angeles, California (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA

Languages

English

Service introduction

My gentle and family centered approach to birth and postpartum care supports the whole person; body, mind, and heart. I offer calm, nurturing guidance, hands-on support, and evidence-based resources to help you move through birth and early parenthood with ease, balance, and confidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a doula?

A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Unlike medical providers, doulas focus solely on supporting you and your family’s experience

What is the difference between a birth and postpartum doula?

A Birth Doula supports families during labor and birth, offering comfort measures, advocacy, and guidance. A Postpartum Doula provides support after birth, helping with newborn care, emotional adjustment, household tasks, and sleep and feeding guidance.

When should I hire a doula?

Many families hire a birth doula in the second trimester, but anytime before birth is fine. Postpartum doulas can be booked before or after birth, depending on your needs.

How much do doula services cost?

May rates vary depending of services I provide and client location. Packages often combine prenatal visits, birth support, and postpartum care. Contact me for details on packages and payment options

Where do we begin?

Reach out via email or phone to schedule a consultation. This is a chance to discuss your needs, my approach, and ensure I am a good fit for your family!