What to Expect
Why is a doula necessary, and why would you want them to be beside you during labour? Since the shift to hospital births in the 1950s, the role of traditional midwives and bidans have largely diminished in Singapore. Hear how doulas, like Blooming Births founder Chantel, serve to fill that gap, supporting parents through the birth process and work alongside healthcare professionals to advocate for the parents.
About Birth & Rebirths
What does it mean to be reborn? For some, it is a spiritual awakening—being baptised, embracing a new faith, or finding solace in age-old rituals that mark a transition into a different way of living. For others, rebirth comes in the form of reinvention—leaving behind a troubled past, overcoming illness, or finding purpose after loss. From ex-residents who have rebuilt their lives, to individuals who have found strength in faith, community, or personal conviction, their stories remind us that transformation is always possible.
Through facilitated dialogues with the social workers, and people on the fringes of our society we hope to provide opportunities for participants to engage in candid and heartfelt conversations.
About the Organisation
Blooming Births provides birth doula services, postpartum care, breastfeeding guidance, antenatal classes, fertility support, womb healing, womb massage, vaginal steaming and feminine energy healing sessions. We prepare you through conception, pregnancy, birth and into parenting.
About the Host
Chantel Kismet is the founder of Blooming Births, which she started seven years ago after recognizing a gap in childbirth preparation that supports couples together, not just the birthing mother. Passionate about helping couples build a strong, loving foundation before welcoming children, Chantel guides families through antenatal classes, parent coaching, and trauma-sensitive somatic work. Drawing from her own challenging birth experience—including birth trauma, postpartum depression, and relationship struggles—she deeply understands the emotional complexities of childbirth and parenting. Chantel is committed to empowering parents by reframing cultural norms around birth, advocating for body autonomy, and helping families heal through their experiences. Her work also supports those who have faced pregnancy loss, reflecting her compassionate approach to family care.
Olivia Lee, a mother of two girls and former early childhood educator, brings a deeply personal perspective to birth support. Inspired by her own natural water birth and the kind of care she hoped for, Olivia offers hands-on birth advocacy and doula support that is warm, respectful, and deeply intuitive. Together with Chantel, she helps parents navigate the birthing process with confidence and compassion— especially within Asian communities where doula support is still growing in awareness. Olivia works closely with medical professionals to ensure families feel safe, seen, and supported every step of the way. Her fervent dedication to empowering Mothers during their birthing journey takes center stage as she focuses on education, calming fears, and nurturing advocacy while gently reminding families that birth isn’t something to fear, but something to be embraced. With the right support, it can be a beautiful time of connection, celebration, and laughter.
Who should come?
- Everyone is welcome to participate!
- Participants 12 years and under must be accompanied and supervised by a parent/guardian at all times.
Programme Details
- Approximate Duration: 2 hours (Please arrive 15 minutes before the event for registration.)
- Language: English
- Meeting Point: Meet at My Community's Office (Blk 115A Commonwealth Drive, #04-13/14, Singapore 149596)
- Ending Point: The event will start and end at the same point.
- The event will proceed rain or shine.
What to bring?
- Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed. Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Parking is available at Block 115 Commonwealth Drive Carpark.
- The venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed during the event.
Disclaimer
- By agreeing to participate in the event, participants are responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to the negligence on his/her part or of the children under his/her charge.
- Participants must abide by the house rules set out by the host. Facilitators will brief participants at the start of the programme.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
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