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Birth Support • Doula • Massage
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support that actually feels like support.
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Serving Orillia, Simcoe County & Muskoka
Care that feels like care

About Birch & Belly

Birch & Belly was created because prenatal and postpartum care should feel like a warm hug, not like being lost and alone. That lost feeling is the story I hear over and over, and it's a lot of what I lived myself. Some birth workers find this calling through their own birth trauma, and some through a beautiful birth they want to help others feel too. For me, it was the beautiful one. This is care for the whole journey, from the moment you see those two pink lines to the day you're figuring out how to change a diaper at 3am.

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How I can help

Our Services

Wherever you are in this season, there's a way for me to walk alongside you. From massage to doula care to classes and community, here's how we can do this together.

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Massage

A warm, safe space to let go and feel truly heard and taken care of.

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Doula & Postpartum

Full support, from prenatal education to the moment your baby is placed on your chest and you head home.

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Bundles

Flexible care for everyone, from the basics to being fully held the whole way through. I meet you where you are and give you the tools for the best experience possible.

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Classes & Groups

Nobody should have to do this alone. Through education classes and postpartum support groups, you get the power of knowledge and a community to lean on.

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The face behind Birch & Belly

Meet Kayla

Hi, I'm Kayla, the founder of Birch & Belly. I'm an RMT, doula, and childbirth educator, but first and foremost I'm a mother, a dog lover, and a hobby farmer. We all come from different walks of life, and I want to land in yours without judgment, without preconceived notions, and without bias. I love being real and honest, sharing the stories, the tears, and the laughter, and just being human together.

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Why I'm here

Our Mission

I'm here to change the story: birth doesn't need to be a battlefield, and postpartum shouldn't be an afterthought. My mission is to walk alongside you through the aches, the questions, and the transitions, with care that's honest, grounded, and human-first. I offer massage therapy, birth prep, doula support, and real-talk education to help you reconnect to your body, your instincts, and your joy, even when the journey is messy. This work is about more than physical care. It's about creating nervous-system-safe spaces where you feel seen, heard, and empowered. You deserve care that honours your lived experience, your voice, and your choices. You're not broken. And you don't have to do this alone.

Testimonials

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I have been seeing Kayla for many years for massage. Most recently, my partner and I hired Kayla as our labour and birth doula for the birth of our son. Although I have a very supportive partner, I don’t think I would’ve been able to achieve my dream of home birth if we didn’t have Kayla present. Her calming presence was everything. She knew the right things to say, and when to say them. She collaborated so well with our midwives. She made my partner feel so supported as well. When telling people our birth story, he often says “I don’t know what I would’ve done without Kayla”! We love her and cannot recommend her enough!!

Amy W

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Kayla is the best birth doula! She helped us achieve not only our birth plan but the birth of our dreams! She provided the emotional support, reassurance and encouragement that I needed to get through the wildest experience of my life and my husband and I couldn’t have done it without her. If you’re considering getting a birth doula, we highly recommend investing in hiring Kayla!

Christine S.

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I knew about Kayla’s postpartum support groups before I became pregnant, and when I found out I was expecting I knew this was something I would want to join. Weekly guest speakers all carefully chosen by Kayla to address all aspects of postpartum healing, inside and out. The community and new mom friends are just the whipped cream and cherry on top! Would highly recommend this group to any and all new moms!

Michelle K

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Kayla’s mom’s group is by far the best group I joined after having my baby. It’s an amazing group she facilities to help bring moms together. The biggest difference between this group and others (like those offered at EarlyON or the library) is that this one is focused on moms connecting first and foremost. No baby songs, no baby activities; though you do bring your baby so they are included ahaha The emphasis is on moms’ health—both mental and physical. Kayla ensures there are great speakers for each week, as well as plenty of time for moms to chat and connect.

Madison C

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Becoming a mom can be scary and isolating. Kayla has built a space where everyone feels welcome and included through her postpartum support groups. If you’re going to do one thing postpartum, do this program- both for the community and education. It’s so incredibly nice to feel held (drink tea, grab a cookie, sit on a comfy chair and listen/ be listened to by people who get it) while you’re just learning to do a lot of holding yourself <3 thank you Kayla and your community of local experts for enhancing Orillia in this way!

Kate T

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I had the pleasant experience with Kayla while renting a birth pool from her for our home birth. I had contacted her early in my pregnancy to save my rental and then after a professional and quick rental agreement I didn’t have to reach out again until I was close to 36 weeks pregnant, when I planned pickup with her as well as finalized our agreement. All in all she made for a wonderful and professional experience ensuring I would have the home birth pool of my dreams! I will definitely be going back to her for any other birth pool rentals and I can’t wait to go to her for a massage. Thanks Kayla!

Jessica L

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I would have been lost without Kayla in the early days of motherhood. She has fostered one of the most healing and loving postpartum spheres I've been lucky to be a part of. Thank you Kayla! I hope every mother gets a chance to be a part of this community.

Myja H

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I am VERY happy with everything Kayla has offered us. -Massage, Mindset support, full service help! Ever since our quick consultation my wife and I have felt supported. Kayla answers her phone , shows up, helps in every way possible and is very experienced! My wife brags about how well the birth of our little girl went figuring Kayla was a huge part in the journey!

Thanks Kayla for all that you do !

Tanner S

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Kayla is professional, certified, educated, and highly knowledgeable about all things prenatal and the prenatal body. She knows exactly what the body needs, and the beautiful space she has created is perfect for ultimate relaxation. She has a child friendly space, suitable for babies and older kiddos of all ages when in a pinch. Not just prenatal, but her massage is perfect for the postpartum body and supporting common issues and postural compensations. She's warm, friendly, calming, and exactly what every momma needs.

Melissa W

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