ABOUT ME
Hello! My name is Victoria Wik, and I am the owner and founder of Brave Start for Families.
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Families today face many uncertainties - from the moment you learn you are pregnant, to meeting your little one, to dealing with toilet training and temper tantrums. While it is an exciting time, there can also be unexpected twists and turns in the childbearing years that can take us by surprise. I know all too well how overwhelming childbirth and parenting can feel, especially when dealing with all the hormone changes. My husband and I have been blessed with four beautiful children - three are still living, while our youngest sadly passed away at the age of 2 months from a severe lung disease in the summer of 2025. Being a mom to each of my kids has taught me more than I ever could have imagined - and I'm still learning.
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I have been a registered nurse for over 18 years, and have had the privilege of walking alongside numerous families in the childbearing stage. Over the years I have come to believe that strong families are an essential part of our society, and I am passionate about supporting moms and dads in their unique roles as parents. One of my favourite aspects of being a nurse is education - I have been a nursing instructor for over 8 years, and love exploring ways to deliver health information in an engaging and memorable way (because who doesn't like a good game?!).
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Brave Start for Families is the perfect combination of my two passions - health education and a desire to support families in the childbearing years. I want to be able to shed light on the pregnancy, labour and delivery, and postpartum experience so that families can feel confident, and are able to experience more of the joy that this season brings. Having had a midwife with all four of my children I am a strong advocate for natural pain techniques, especially after choosing a home birth with my third. But I have personally learned that sometimes there are things outside of our control, so it is important to understand all the options. By sharing my knowledge and expertise, I hope to provide expectant couples with the information and resources they need so they can have a brave start to the exciting journey of parenting.
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I count it as a privilege to be able to walk with your family in this precious time, and am sure that I will end up learning just as much as you do along the way!
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