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KAPS

Your Community Partners

KAPS (Kingston Area Pregnancy and Postpartum Professionals Network) is a collective of community providers dedicated to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Each practitioner brings a holistic approach to care—recognizing not only the physical needs of these transitions, but also the significant mental and emotional weight they carry. Together, KAPS offers a connected network of resources designed to help families feel supported, understood, and well cared for at every stage.

Your Mental Health Team

The KAPS Mental Health practitioners specialize in supporting the emotional and psychological transition of pregnancy, birth, and early family building. With a deep understanding of how transformative—and sometimes overwhelming—these moments can be, they offer compassionate, trauma-informed care to help families feel grounded and supported. As partners of the Birth Reflection Tool, they also help guide meaningful processing of birth experiences, ensuring families have the space and support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.

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Private Therapy and Counselling

Wellness Within Clinic

Kyla Balderson - BSW, MSW, RSW, PMH-C

Kyla focuses on supporting new parents through pregnancy and parenthood, including grief work for those who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss or infertility.

Self - Referral

623 Fortune Crescent (Suite 320) Kingston, ON

E: wellnesswithintcs@gmail.com

W: www.wellnesswithintcs.ca

@wellnesswithintcs

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Private Therapy and Counselling

Flourish Psychotherapy

Jessica Green - RP, CCC, MACP

I help address anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and struggles with significant life change through a mixture of therapeutic approaches tailored specifically to you. 

Self - Referral

Virtual Support 

P: 613-212-8382

E: hello@flourishpsych.ca

W: www.flourishpsych.ca

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Private Therapy and Counselling

The Relationship Centre

Mary Joan Brinson - MSW, RSW, Advanced Training in Perinatal MH

I work with women in this season because I believe you deserve care that is gentle, grounded, and deeply respectful of who you are and what you’re navigating.

Self - Referral

510 Canatara Court, Kingston, ON

E: mj@therelationshipcentre.ca

P: (613) 848=3683

W: www.therelationshipcentre.ca

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Private Therapy and Counselling

Wellness Within Clinic

Samantha Orr - Psychotherapist 

Experience providing support for individual experiencing anxiety and depression; as well as a speciality in supporting survivors of sexual assault and other forms of life trauma.

Self - Referral

623 Fortune Crescent (Suite 320) Kingston, ON

E: wellnesswithintcs@gmail.com

W: www.wellnesswithintcs.ca

@wellnesswithintcs

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Private Therapy and Counselling

Wellness Within Clinic

Sarah Ryce - RN, PMH-C

The focus of Sarah’s practice is in supporting perinatal mental health and couples looking to improve their relationships.

Self - Referral

623 Fortune Crescent (Suite 320) Kingston, ON

E: wellnesswithintcs@gmail.com

W: www.wellnesswithintcs.ca

@wellnesswithintcs

Your Comfort + Recovery Team 

The KAPS Comfort + Recovery Team includes practitioners who support your healing after birth while also offering care during pregnancy for comfort and birth preparation. They understand that perinatal care isn’t just about physical recovery—it’s about your holistic well-being, including emotional balance, confidence, and overall comfort. These providers create safe, compassionate spaces where you can explore treatment options, ask questions, and receive individualized support as your body and mind move through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

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Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists

Kingston Pelvic Health 

Various Practitioners

From postpartum recovery to pelvic pain and more, our compassionate practitioners are here to provide dedicated care for your pelvic health. Let's reclaim your quality of life together.

Self - Referral

128 Ontario Street, Kingston, ON

P: 613-766-2009

E: info@kingstonpelvichealth.com

W: www.kingstonpelvichealth.com

@kingstonpelvichealth

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PP Exercise + Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist

Innova Physiotherapy

Cassie Dionne

Cassie believes that a combination of hands-on treatment and exercise is the key to optimizing your health, recovery, and performance and she loves working with individuals of all ages and abilities feel and move their best.

Self - Referral

1473 John Counter Blvd, s 102, Kingston, ON

P: (613) 547-0505

E: info@innovaphysiotherapy.com

W: www.innovaphysiotherapy.com

@cassiedionnept

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Acupuncture

Advanced Woman's Health

Sean Quigley - R. Ac

With a focus on treating fertility and reproductive health, stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, endometriosis, erectile dysfunction and chronic/acute pain syndromes and injuries, his goal is to work closely with each patient, helping you accomplish your health and fertility goals in a compassionate and caring way.

Self - Referral

1225 Gardiners Road, Unit 103, Kingston

E: info@advancedwomenshealth.ca

W: www.advancedwomenshealth.ca

@advancedwomenshealthclinics

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Acupuncture, Chiropractic care + RMT

Evergreen Health Collective

Various Providers

We are a family-friendly space where all big feelings are genuinely welcome. Rooted in the belief that “it takes a village,” we show up with empathy, compassion, and education to help you understand your body and make informed choices that align with your goals. 

Self - Referral

863 Princess Street, Suite 305 Kingston, ON

P: (613) 305 -1137

E: hello@evergreenhealthcollective.com

W: www.evergreenhealthcollective.com

@evergreenhealthcollective

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Chiropractic care + RMT

Forever Young Chiropractic

Becca and Jason Young

Gentle chiropractic adjustments help restore pelvic alignment, relax tight muscles, ease any pain or discomfort, and allow more room for your baby to grow and descend when it's time. 

We also provide Infant care around feeding habits (latch), poor digestion, delayed or struggles pooping,  sleep disturbance, unsettled crying and neck tilts. 

Self - Referral

510 Canatara Court, Kingston ON

P: 613-507-5007

W: www.foreveryoungchiro.ca

@foreveryoungchiropractic

Your Feeding Support Team 

The KAPS Feeding Support Team is made up of practitioners across Kingston who are dedicated to helping you succeed in your infant feeding goals—however you choose to feed your baby. They provide compassionate, evidence-informed guidance that supports both the physical and emotional sides of feeding, from chest/breastfeeding and pumping to formula use and combination feeding. These practitioners offer safe, non-judgmental spaces where you can ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, and find the support that feels right for you and your family.

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Private Lactation and Sleep Support

The Mama Coach 

Stephanie Cote - RN, IBLCL

I’m here to support you in making informed decisions about how to feed your baby—whether you choose to breastfeed, pump, formula feed, or combine methods. I provide compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to your family’s unique needs. 

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Self - Referral

Virtual Support

P: (613) 532-1321

E: stephanie.cote@themamacoach.com

W: stephanie-cote.themamacoach.com

@stephaniecote.themamacoach

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Publicly Funded Infant feeding support

Infant Feeding Clinic

Southeast Public Health

This free clinic offers parents who are breastfeeding, chestfeeding, or using other feeding methods support from registered nurses and lactation consultants. 

As we expand and adapt our language and practice to be more inclusive and gender affirming, we are committed to supporting all parents with feeding their infants.

Self - Referral - by appointment only​

P: 613-549-1154 

W: https://www.kflaph.ca/en/clinics-and-classes/infant-feeding-clinics.aspx

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Open Community drop-in

Queen's Family Health Team

Kingston Breastfeeding Drop-in

With a focus on treating fertility and reproductive health, stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, endometriosis, erectile dysfunction and chronic/acute pain syndromes and injuries, his goal is to work closely with each patient, helping you accomplish your health and fertility goals in a compassionate and caring way.

Drop-in

Haynes Hall - 115 Clarence St, Kingston

P: 613-533-9303

E: hughsone@queensu.ca

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Private Lactation Consultant 

BrEaST for Baby at Home

Liz Hughson - RN, IBCLC

We are a family-friendly space where all big feelings are genuinely welcome. Rooted in the belief that “it takes a village,” we show up with empathy, compassion, and education to help you understand your body and make informed choices that align with your goals. 

Self - Referral

Home visits 

P: (613) 929 - 7512

E: BrEaSTforbabyathome@gmail.com

W: https://www.facebook.com/BrEaSTforbabyathome/

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Holistic Newborn and Lactation Coach

Evergreen Health Collective

Lauren Miller 

Lauren comes from decades of experience with infants and toddlers as either an early childhood educator with expertise in infant development, or as a postpartum doula, working privately as well as through Childbirth Kingston and the Doula Support Foundation. 

Self - Referral

863 Princess Street, Suite 305 Kingston, ON

P: (613) 305 -1137

E: hello@evergreenhealthcollective.com

W: www.evergreenhealthcollective.com

@evergreenhealthcollective

Your Community Circle

The KAPS Community Circle is where you find your village—other parents and caregivers moving through the same milestones, learning curves, and big transitions. These community supports help you stay connected to adults, build meaningful relationships, and feel less alone in the early days of parenting. Finding community isn’t just comforting; it’s an essential part of thriving as you grow into this new season of life.

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EarlyON

At EarlyON Child and Family Centres, you and your child can connect, play, and learn together while meeting other families and receiving support from trained early childhood educators.

The free programs offer a range of activities—from sensory play to early language development—tailored to your child’s interests and stage.

 

Please note that pre-registration is available.

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Hike it Baby!

A community platform that helps families build local connections and explore family-friendly outdoor activities. Their free, locally led events make it easier for caregivers to get outside with babies and young children by offering support, flexibility, and confidence-building experiences. Through these outings, families develop community, improve their overall wellness, and strengthen their connection to the natural world.

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Kingston Public Library

The Public Library offers a variety of family-friendly drop-in events where children can play, learn, and explore together. Programs like Rhythm and Rhyme use music, movement, and playful language activities to support early literacy and help children hear the smaller sounds in words. Alongside these sessions, families can enjoy other interactive activities that spark curiosity, strengthen skills, and make the library a welcoming community hub for all ages.

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Birth Sharing Circle 

This is a free Doula led peer group that meets on the second Tuesday of each month from 10am - 12pm. This is a very low-key and empathetic space to come and share your story, hear other stories,  and/or ask any questions you want! Birthers, Partners and Babes are always welcome!

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Upcoming:  April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18

Where: 263 Weller Ave, Kingston - KCHC​

“Birth Doulaing - The act of educating, loving, respecting, listening, embracing, advocating for, and assisting a person prenatally during labour, childbirth and after”

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"Birth is not only about making babies. It is also about making parents. Strong, competent, capable parents who trust themselves and their inner strength."  

- Barbara Katz Rothman

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