About Baby Prep™

Farah Jetha
R.N., M.S.N.
Baby Prep™ Prenatal Class Instructor

Maternity nursing has been my passion since the beginning of my nursing career. Through my experience as a Labour and Delivery nurse, a prenatal teacher at BC Women’s Hospital and a Public Health nurse on the North Shore, I have had the privilege of working with families during all the phases of their childbearing experiences. Being with families through all stages of pregnancy from Labour and Delivery to postnatal up to the first days at home is a great honour. Teaching maternity nursing to students in various hospitals in the Lower Mainland for the last 15 years allows me the knowledge and expertise to provide current and reliable information regarding the childbearing process to families. 

Being a mother of a nine-year-old, I also bring with me my personal experience of giving birth and raising a child. I live with my husband and son in Cloverdale, BC. One of my favourite things to do is spend uninterrupted time with my family walking on a trail or on the beach!

Tiffany Tanabe
R.N., B.N.
Baby Prep™ Prenatal Class Instructor

The bulk of my work is in the forefront of labour and birth. I work full time as a Registered Nurse at St. Paul’s Hospital’s bustling maternity unit. It is a pleasure to be a part of one of the most momentous occasions a couple or family will face- the arrival of a their new baby! This is also a massive transition for most people, and preparation is key. This is where my interest in prenatal education lies. The confidence and initiative of those parents who choose to attend prenatal classes is evident in those first few days in hospital or at home. Helping women and their partners to start out informed and aware helps to minimize stress and is integral to their satisfaction with their birth experience. Education is power!

My approach as a prenatal educator is straightforward, honest, and relaxed. Your questions and curiosities are valued. The information I will provide is derived from recent evidence based studies as well as my experience and observations.

I am a world traveler and lover of nature. I am passionate about diversity and equality. I live in East Vancouver with my dog Piña.

Jessica Maxwell
R.N., BScN, IBCLC
Baby Prep™ Lactation Consultant

While completing my Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing at The University of Ottawa, I quickly realized that I have a passion for women’s health and pediatrics. After moving to the west coast to continue my nursing career, I completed the BCIT Neonatal Intensive Care Course in order to work in the Neonatal Unit at St Paul’s Hospital. Watching the seasoned nurses assist and support mother’s during such a vulnerable and special time, inspired me to want to be part of this wonderful community. After giving birth to my first born in 2009, and having my own battles with breast feeding, my passion for lactation support was born.

My goal is to work in partnership with mothers and their babies to meet their feeding goals. Every family is unique and so are their feeding journeys. I hope to empower my clients by providing them evidence based information and support. I also hope to instill confidence in caring for their infants, specifically regarding their feeding choices.

My husband and I are blessed with three children and currently reside in East Vancouver.

Kristin Wall
R.N., BScN, MSc, MPH
Baby Prep™ Prenatal Class Instructor

Welcoming babies into the world is a profound calling, and it has been my privilege to witness the beauty of new life as a maternity nurse.

I have six years of experience as a labour and delivery nurse at St. Paul’s Maternity Centre in Vancouver and vast experience working across Canada as a travel nurse in rural communities. I gained experience as an educator by teaching undergraduate nursing students during their maternity rotations. Additionally, I teach aspiring labour and delivery nurses in the perinatal speciality program.

My career has also allowed me to travel internationally to Haiti, where I trained midwives and provided education to women in rural areas with limited resources. In addition, I attend global health conferences as I believe that every mother and baby worldwide has the right to survive and thrive. My passion for global public health led me to complete two Master’s degrees in this field.

My vision for prenatal education is to provide current and accurate information to families. I use practical examples to promote an understanding of the realities of this life-changing event. I strive to be an open and honest educator who will work alongside parents and listen to their concerns. It truly is an honour for me to be a part of your journey into parenthood.

I am based in Vancouver and spend most of my free time doing outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, and camping. 

Lisa Yaremy
R.N., BScN
Baby Prep™ Twins/Multiples Prenatal Class Instructor

My passion for maternity care began in nursing school and was solidified after the birth of my twin sons. Working in a maternity ward has shown me that parents who have taken prenatal classes appear better prepared to navigate the expected or unexpected events that go hand in hand with childbirth. I’ve been teaching in various settings, from exercise classes as a physio assistant to yoga classes, and now on a daily basis as a registered nurse. My teaching style is down to earth and inclusive, and I aim to empower parents-to-be through education and connection. Raising two lively boys has also provided limitless opportunities for learning and growth. 

Parents of multiples will discover that they face a unique set of challenges, but it has been my experience that the multiples community is incredibly warm and welcoming. Getting involved with this community has encouraged me to take on an educational role in hopes that I can guide and support families who are expecting more than one newborn. 

My family and I live in beautiful Port Moody and we enjoy discovering new places to visit, exploring the great outdoors and taking family road trips.

Lauren West
R.N., B.N.
Baby Prep™ Prenatal Class Instructor

Through my progression from health care aide, Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse to perinatal specialized Registered Nurse, I have purposefully sculpted my career around women’s health and growing families. I have worked in labour, delivery and postpartum nursing at St. Paul’s Maternity Centre for nearly 7 years, and I am pleased to expand into prenatal education. I plan to share pertinent information, as well as research-based resources that allow future parents to remain well-informed without feeling overwhelmed.

I reside in North Vancouver and prefer to spend my free time exploring this beautiful province with my husband and dog, or sampling new restaurants and breweries. As I am currently expecting my first child, I will be joining you in this journey to new parenthood, and I could not be more excited.