Emma Harding
Ottawa
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Birth and Postpartum Doula at HPS, leveraging strong communication and analytical problem-solving skills to empower new parents. Proven track record in community resource management and maternal health education, facilitating successful transitions into parenthood while fostering trusting relationships with families.
Experienced with birth and postpartum care, offering comprehensive support to families during critical times. Utilizes effective communication and compassionate guidance to ensure client comfort and confidence. Track record of fostering trust and providing personalized care tailored to each family's unique needs.
Driven business leader with history of launching and managing successful ventures. Known for strategic planning, financial acumen, and innovative thinking. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adaptable and reliable, excelling in diverse and dynamic environments. Skilled in market analysis, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Birth and Postpartum Doula
HPS
01.2024 - Current
- Empowered new parents by offering expert guidance on breastfeeding initiation, infant care, and bonding practices.
- Provided mentorship for aspiring doulas by sharing insights, offering guidance, and modeling best practices throughout the learning process.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and research, ensuring clients received the highest quality care.
- Facilitated successful transitions into parenthood by offering practical advice on newborn routines, sleep patterns, and developmental milestones.
- Strengthened community ties by collaborating with local organizations to offer workshops on prenatal wellness topics such as nutrition, exercise, relaxation techniques, and baby-wearing safety tips.
Pedaitric Sleep Consultant
Self Employed Services
11.2022 - Current
- Utilized evidence-based methods in developing effective techniques tailored to each client''s unique needs and challenges.
- Assisted parents in establishing consistent bedtime routines for children, fostering healthy sleeping habits from an early age.
- Provided ongoing support to clients throughout their sleep improvement journey, ensuring long-term success and progress.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open communication, empathy, and professionalism throughout consultations.
- Increased awareness of the benefits of professional Sleep Consultant services through targeted marketing efforts and promotional materials.
Professional Nanny (Supported Over 60 Families)
Self Employed Services
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents on developmental milestones, sharing observations and discussing strategies for continued progress.
- Ensured a safe environment for playtime activities, closely monitoring interactions while encouraging independence and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained household cleanliness through light housekeeping tasks, contributing to a well-organized living space for the entire family.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and trustbuilding.
Sales Associate
Platos Closet Merivale
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Education
Perinatal Nutrition Educator
International Doula Institute
Online06-2024
Certified Postpartum Doula
International Doula Institute
Online01-2024
Paediatric Sleep Consultant
QCH
Online11-2022
High School Diploma -
South Grenville DHS
Prescott, ON06-2021
Advanced Lactation Studies
International Doula Institute
01-2024
Skills
- Maternal Health Education
- Nursing Assistance
- Perinatal mental health
- Community Resource Management
- Childbirth education
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Trustworthy Performance
- Excellent communication
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Strategic thinking
- Business planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Birth and Postpartum Doula
HPS
01.2024 - Current
Pedaitric Sleep Consultant
Self Employed Services
11.2022 - Current
Professional Nanny (Supported Over 60 Families)
Self Employed Services
08.2021 - 01.2025
Sales Associate
Platos Closet Merivale
08.2020 - 01.2022
Perinatal Nutrition Educator
International Doula Institute
Certified Postpartum Doula
International Doula Institute
Paediatric Sleep Consultant
QCH
High School Diploma -
South Grenville DHS
Advanced Lactation Studies
International Doula Institute
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