We like to enjoy the outdoors, do puzzles, and have some pretty crazy dance parties (Encanto is our favourite). We are working towards our dream of creating a self sustaining homestead out on our land near Wakaw.

Outside of my family life you can find me coaching or working out at CrossFit Ashlar, where I run the kids program.

I am a former elementary school teacher and have always felt a passion for caring for others.

Some other interests of mine include: respectful parenting, no-till gardening, nutrition, eco-friendly living, yoga and minimalism! 

When I'm not busy geeking out about birth.. I am hanging out with my husband Jory and four kids - Maisie, Robin, Kaiser, and Jay.

KIM COOPER

My first birth taught me A LOT. It taught me that "going with the flow" can lead to birth trauma. My carefree and flexible plan ended up leaving me feeling empty, violated and confused.  With my second birth I decided to take action, I read books, did research, watched birth videos, I met with a birth doula and listened to other women's stories. Most importantly my partner took the time to prepare with me. This made a HUGE difference. I left my second birth feeling empowered and in control, but I was still puzzled. Why was it so difficult to have a positive birth experience? Why has birth become so complicated? Isn't it supposed to be a natural and physiological experience?

Since then, I decided to learn EVEN MORE about birth (I could read birth stories all day). I completed my Doula Certification through the Wise Woman Way of Birth Program in 2021 and began my journey to spread awareness, information and positivity about the pregnancy, birth and post-partum journey. 

When I entered my third pregnancy, I was ready to begin prepping for a home birth. 

Surrounded by my chosen team of a midwife, doula, husband, sister and my daughters I welcomed my son Kaiser into this world. I finally lived out the birth of my dreams! A hands off, intervention free blissful and powerful home birth. Everything I imagined!

Then, lastly with my fourth birth (and craziest yet) I was surprised by needing a home birth transfer. However, instead of leaving the hospital feeling empty and violated (like my first birth experience) I now felt powerful, in control and very intuitive with what was happening with my body. It really came full circle as this birth showcased that preparing with knowledge, and the right support team (Baillie was my doula) that even a more “complicated” birth will still be a super positive experience. I definitely felt like a warrior after this birth as it tested me physically AND mentally while navigated the hospital setting that I didn’t expect to be in. 

Now, having experienced four VERY different births, my goal is to help women and their partners feel excited, confident, and prepared for their own birth experience!

How my birth work
journey began

I hope to provide my families with tools, support, and education so that they too can experience the birth of their dreams!