Gentle Beginnings Prenatal Centre

06/06/2026

Today I had the privilege of attending Flora’s Walk in Charlottetown, a meaningful event dedicated to raising awareness about perinatal mental health and supporting families in our community.

It was inspiring to hear personal stories, learn from local organizations, and connect with individuals who are passionate about supporting parents through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

At Gentle Beginnings Maternal Services, we believe that every parent deserves support, understanding, and a strong community around them. No one should have to face the challenges of pregnancy, birth, or postpartum alone.

Thank you to the organizers, speakers, volunteers, and everyone who participated in this important event. Together, we can help create a community where parents feel seen, supported, and empowered.

💜 Because maternal mental health matters.

Family

06/03/2026

Coming up on June 9! 🥰

Two amazing offerings back to back.

An all new Babywearing workshop with Lily Forsyth of followed by a FREE Breastfeeding Support Circle (lunch included!) with

BOTH of these offerings are for :

👶🏼 Those who are currently pregnant
👶🏼 Those who have babies

Plus Babywearing is for :
👶🏼Baby caregivers (grandparents, nannies, doulas etc)

And Breastfeeding Circle is for :
👶🏼 Anyone who has breastfed - (even if you’re not now)

Register for one or both by following the link in our Bio - or comment below and we’ll send it right to you!

06/02/2026

Babywearing is Back! 🧑🏼‍🍼

Join Lily Forsyths R. Ac. for a supportive, hands-on babywearing workshop designed for parents, parents to-be, and caregivers.

Babywearing can be a powerful tool for bonding, soothing, and supporting both baby and caregiver nervous systems.

In this workshop, we’ll cover:

👶🏼The benefits of babywearing for baby + parent

👶🏼Babywearing safety

👶🏼Different types of carriers, including half buckles, full buckles, ring slings, onbuhimos, and wraps

👶🏼Trusted resources for continued learning and support

👉🏼Participants are welcome to bring their own carriers to try, or to explore different styles during the workshop.

👉🏼This session is ideal for pregnant parents, new parents, and anyone supporting infants in the early months.

TUESDAY JUNE 9
10-11:30am
$25 + HST

Comment BABY below for the registration link - or find it in our bio.

05/20/2026

Yesterday’s breastfeeding support circle with Chris Ortenburger from La Leche League was filled with meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and community support 🤍

Thank you to the mothers who joined us at Gentle Beginnings for such a warm and welcoming gathering 🌿

05/17/2026

Andrea’s holistic postpartum preparation workshop is back for a second round! 👶🏼

In this workshop we’ll be learning about why the first 40 days postpartum are so important for lifelong wellness - for you, your baby, your family and your community💞

We’ll explore often-overlooked aspects of postpartum recovery, including the importance of diet and nutrition, warmth, restorative body care, and the essential role of community support.

You’ll have the opportunity to sample postpartum recipes, begin shaping your own postpartum menu plan, and learn a few simple body care practices with profound healing benefits - that a partner, friend, or family member can easily support you with.

Your registration includes a postpartum gift bag, and resources to help you continue your planning after the workshop.

Thursday June 18 🌸
5:30-8pm

Follow the link in our bio to learn more - or comment ‘Sacred Window’ below and we’ll send it straight to you! 👶🏼

05/16/2026

05/15/2026

A gentle space for expecting mothers & families

Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with education, care, and connection.

05/15/2026

05/13/2026

✨ Birth Trauma Doesn’t Always Begin Later ✨

Sometimes, in the first quiet hours after birth, a mother may already feel that something isn’t quite right.

Birth trauma is not always dramatic or obvious.
Sometimes it lives in the unspoken feelings, confusion, overwhelm, or disconnection that can begin shortly after birth.

As someone who has worked closely with mothers for many years, I deeply believe that emotional support and compassionate care in the early postpartum period matter just as much as physical care.

Every mother deserves to feel:
🤍 Heard
🤍 Supported
🤍 Safe
🤍 Respected
🤍 Emotionally held after birth

The first hours and days postpartum can shape how a mother remembers and processes her birth experience.

Let’s continue creating spaces where mothers feel supported not only physically, but emotionally too. 🌸 birthoptionspei GentleBeginningsPEI EarthBlossomBirth PrenatalSupport CharlottetownMoms HolisticBirth DoulaSupport ChildbirthEducation PrenatalYoga PostpartumPreparation WomenSupportingWomen BirthWithConfidence PEIPregnancy EmpoweredBirth CommunityForMom

05/12/2026

Our next FREE Lunch and Learn breastfeeding support circle with Chris Ortenburger is happening on Tuesday May 19👶🏼

Join us in community to talk and share about the beautiful, yet sometimes challenging journey of breastfeeding. Whether you are expecting for the first time, newly breastfeeding or weaning - all of your questions are welcome here!

And even if you don’t have any particular questions - you are still most welcome to join for the group support and social time - maybe you have the advice that someone else needs to hear on their journey 🙏🏼🥰

A delicious lunch with vegetarian option is included in this FREE offering! (May not meet all dietary needs)

Registration is required - comment MILK below and we’ll send you the link 🙏🏼

Reach out to us if you have any questions!

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