There are a lot of resources out there for learning the mechanics of labour and delivery — the stages, the positions, the breathing techniques. But far fewer spaces address the part that keeps most people up at night: the emotional and mental side of it. That's where The Last Push comes in.

This workshop, led by Registered Psychotherapist Rebecca and Mental Health Counsellor and Parenting Consultant Danika Desforges-Bell at C'est La Vie Wellness, is designed specifically for pregnant people in their third trimester who want to feel mentally and emotionally prepared — not just physically informed. Over three hours, you'll work through four themes that go well beyond what a standard birthing class covers: advocacy in the birthing space, facing fears and pain, the art of nesting, resting, and requesting help, and creating your own Protect Your Peace Plan.

This is a small, intimate group — limited to just eight people — which means there's real space for conversation, connection, and the kind of honesty that only happens when a room feels safe. You'll leave with practical tools, a community of people navigating the same transition, and a clearer sense of what you actually need heading into one of this next chapter.

Best suited for those at 24 weeks or beyond. Early bird pricing of $60 (regularly $80) is available until September 30th and includes a workbook and pen. Please note this workshop is not a substitute for birthing classes, which cover medical education.

// About the Facilitators

Rebecca Hsiang (MA, RP, CCC) is a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor at C'est La Vie Wellness. With a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Western University, Rebecca has worked across community settings supporting children, teens, adults, and families through relational challenges, traumatic experiences, significant life transformations, and identity development. She practices from a values-based and trauma-informed perspective, and is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT/EFFT), Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy.

Danika Desforges-Bell is the Co-Clinic Director of C'est La Vie Wellness and a Mental Health Counsellor (OAMHP). With a background in Psychoéducation from the Université de Montréal and experience spanning hospital child psychiatry, community mental health, and clinical management of behavioural and autism interventions with the MonAvenir school board, Danika brings deep expertise in supporting children, parents, and individuals with concrete tools and strategies. She is also a Parenting Consultant and draws on training in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, EFT, and trauma-informed practice.

C'est La Vie Wellness is a bilingual holistic health clinic in the heart of Bronte Village in Oakville, co-founded by Danika and Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Sofie Desforges-Bell. With a team spanning naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, psychotherapy, counselling, reiki, breathwork, aromatherapy, massage therapy, and reflexology, the clinic is built around a simple idea: care for the whole person, not just the symptom. Their team cross-consults where appropriate, and the result is a practice that feels less like a series of appointments and more like being genuinely looked after.