The Driftwood Doula Team

Liz Burns, Owner

Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula, & Postpartum Doula, Doula School International

I grew up in England, and moved to Canada in my teens. From a young age, I’ve always been nurturing, compassionate, and caring, and I’ve always loved babies. I became a Mum myself in 2017, and was fascinated by all I learned about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Other life experiences since then have intensified my interest in birth and parenthood; including pregnancy loss and the birth of my rainbow baby in 2021.

After completing a degree in Psychology, my career trajectory had taken me from addictions research, to fractional HR. I craved deeper meaning and connection from my work. With support and encouragement from friends and family, I decided to listen to the little voice telling me exactly where I was meant to be. I certified under Doula School International’s Triple Stream program to be a childbirth educator, and birth & postpartum doula. I will never look back. My passion for this work deepens with every family I have the honour of working with, and I am always looking for new courses and enrichment to my learning. I have taken an in-person Peanut Ball workshop and Trauma Informed Care workshop with “The Birth Nurse” Mandy Irby, an in-person Spinning Babies workshop, the Body Ready Method Pro online program, and am currently enrolled in a part-time in-person Masters in Counselling through Acadia University.

I am captivated by the birth stories of others, and by the powerful emotions that accompany this rite of passage. By nature, I am an insightful communicator. I listen intently and think deeply about what people mean with their words. In my work, I help people be heard and make sense of their experiences, enabling people to identify what their history is, and what their vision going forward is. And then I advocate to make this vision become a reality.

I’m creative, positive, purposeful, candid, organized, and proactive. I cultivate a culture of choice, non-judgement, and teamwork, with the client as the leader. I adore the unique bonds formed between me and the families I work with, and love bearing witness to calm, powerful and transformative journeys to parenthood.

If I sound like someone you want on your parenthood team, please reach out! I can’t wait to chat with you.

Alex Fraser

Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula, Doula School International

I’m Alex, and I’m a proud Nova Scotian, born and raised! I’m a mom of two, and I also have a dog, a cat, and eight chickens that keep our home lively! I’ve had a lifelong fascination with everything related to pregnancy and birth. About a year after my first child arrived I realized I wanted to turn that passion into a career in birth work. During my first pregnancy, I dove deep into research about pregnancy and childbirth, discovering that it’s a subject I could explore endlessly without losing interest. I’ve always been passionate about advocating for others, and I take pride in being open-minded in all my endeavors. When I’m not doula-ing, I love to bake sourdough, crochet, golf, ride ATVs & dirt bike, garden, raise chickens and spend quality time with my family. As your birth doula, I will bring compassion, laughter, strong advocacy, and a wealth of knowledge to your birth experience, along with a calming presence, emotional support, encouragement, and practical assistance to help create a positive and empowering environment.

Terri Hann

Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula, Doula School International

Hi, I'm Terri. Originally from England, I now call Canada home, where I live with my husband, our two boys, and our two Basset Hounds.

With more than 20 years of experience supporting vulnerable individuals in a variety of caregiving roles, becoming a doula felt like a natural extension of my passion for caring for others. I hold a degree in Education and Disability from Sheffield Hallam University, as well as a diploma in Psychology and Sociology. Together with my own experience of parenthood, these have shaped my compassionate, family-centred approach to care. I believe every family deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported. My goal is to provide a calm, reassuring presence while offering emotional support, practical guidance, and evidence-based information, so you can make confident decisions that feel right for you.

When I'm not supporting families, you'll find me camping, baking, exploring the outdoors with my family, or spending time with our Basset Hounds. I would be honoured to support you through pregnancy, birth, and the early days of parenthood.

Quynne Merrill

Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula, Doula School International

Hey there! I’m Quynne. I am privileged to be a gentle cheerleader and advocate during the perinatal journeys of many in our community. My passion for pregnancy, childbirth, and nurturing new families began at an early age. Growing up as an auntie and one of six children, I was fascinated by the care providers who supported my mother and sisters during their pregnancies. As a young girl, I recall sitting on my mum’s bed, watching the midwife conduct prenatal checkups, and asking for a turn with the stethoscope. As a teenager, I found myself squeezing my laboring sister’s hips as she swayed over the hallway banister. I witnessed births at home and in hospitals, and experienced firsthand the complexities of postpartum recovery, family dynamics, and caring for newborns.

These early experiences sparked a lifelong calling to support and enrich others during their early parenthood journeys.  Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside friends, family, and community members as a doula. The foundation of effective birth and postpartum care teams is built on relationships of trust, confidence, and camaraderie. You deserve to feel heard, educated and empowered by those caring for you. 

I bring a nurturing, vibrant, and flexible approach to my work. On any given day, you’ll find me preparing nourishing meals, guiding self-advocacy during prenatal appointments, teaching a new dad how to use a baby wrap, troubleshooting breastfeeding positions with a new mum, offering a steady hand as one walks onto the birth unit, or simply offering a compassionate ear to hear concerns. I am eager to be part of the village that supports your growing family.

Regina Ojobo

Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula, Doula School International

Hi, I'm Regina. My passion for caring for others began while supporting older adults for more than three years, where I learned the importance of helping people feel seen, heard, and supported during life's most meaningful moments. That experience inspired me to become a doula and to support families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey.

Watching the women in my family navigate pregnancy and parenthood showed me the incredible strength and resilience of growing families, and the value of having compassionate support along the way. As a proud aunty to 20 amazing niblings, I've also had the privilege of helping care for more than 10 of them as newborns and toddlers. These experiences, together with my professional caregiving background and ongoing doula education, have shaped my calm, nurturing, and family-centred approach.

As your doula, my role is to provide emotional, physical, and evidence-informed support so you can make the choices that feel right for you. I believe every family deserves to feel respected, empowered, and cared for, regardless of how their journey unfolds. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel confident, valued, and never alone.

It would be a privilege to walk alongside you as you welcome your baby and grow your family.