About Us

I am so thrilled to be starting at New Life Midwives!

I am a 2014 graduate of McMaster University, but prior to that I attended Wilfrid Laurier University where I obtained a Combined Honours B.A. in Criminology and Health Studies, with Contemporary Studies and a minor in psychology. It was at here at Laurier that I was first introduced

to Midwifery through an elective class discussing the medicalization of motherhood and the historical shift away from midwifery in Canada.

I was born and raised in Etobicoke, with my parents, three younger sisters, and our family dog. I love music, especially country music and classical opera, horseback riding, and reading historical fiction.I now live here in Bowmanville with my partner, our son William and our 4 cats. Some fun, and little known facts about me: I have held jobs as a blackjack dealer for casino-themed charity events, a licensed private investigator and security guard, a veterinary assistant/receptionist, and a ranch hand! I have had many pets growing up which included a hamster, a budgie, several fish, a dog, 7 rats, 4 cats (current) and I used to breed guppies with Jeff before we had our son. I absolutely love to learn new things, meet new people and share

stories about my experiences, and hear others’ stories as well! I have travelled to over 20 countries worldwide, the highlight being a 9 week tour of 16 countries in Europe and the U.K. when I was 16.

I am so pleased to be able to care for clients and their families, and feel very lucky to be starting a new chapter here in this new and exciting community!

I offer 13 years as a practising midwife in this community and have found this journey to be one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. My personal experience as a Black pregnant teen is what motivated me to pursue a career in Midwifery and more importantly focus on young families and under-serviced groups.  Although my  life was challenging, I view it as an experience that was necessary in helping me fulfill my destiny.

I enrolled in the 6 year stream of Midwifery Education Program in 2001 at Ryerson University in Toronto and became registered to Practice in Ontario August 2007 earning a Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Midwifery. Throughout the course of my studies I worked at “Motherisk” located at the Hospital for Sick Kids in Toronto and completed a large portion of my clinical placements in the Durham Region. I also had the honour of learning hands on breastfeeding techniques from Edith Kernaman and world renowned paediatrican/ “Breastfeeding guru” Dr Jack Newman.

In my spare time you’ll find me dining out; shopping;  enjoying family time with my 5 children; or singing in front of the mirror to the instrumental version of my favourite song.  

Each birth I attend is unique and takes me to new heights on my incredible journey as a midwife. I look forward to assisting you and your family through your journey towards birth and beyond.

Hi! My name is Paige Ricketts 

I am so very excited to be joining the team at New Life Midwives. 

I initially became interested in midwifery while observing a birth in a clinical placement for my nursing diploma. I knew immediately that I wanted to pursue  a career involving pregnancy and birth. 

I completed my nursing diploma and applied to the Midwifery Education Program at Ryerson University 2 years later. I was delighted to be accepted and began my studies in 2012. In 2015, I had my son under the care of  midwives. This experience completely solidified my desire to become a midwife. I was very fortunate to have been able to complete my final year of the program with New Life, and I am so happy to be returning. 

I have worked as a nurse in Durham and Northumberland  for almost a decade, specializing in addiction and mental health. I look forward to continuing to care for my community in a new capacity. 

In my spare time you can find me spending time with my son Jordan, reading a good book, or enjoying time outdoors. I  am so privileged to be able to provide the benefits of midwifery care to clients and their families. I look forward to meeting you!

  My name is Emma, and I am a 4th year midwifery student at McMaster University. I am thrilled to be apart of New Life Midwives, where I will be starting in May 2023!

I have had the opportunity to work with midwives, lactation consultants, obstetricians, and nurses in Oshawa, Markham, and Toronto. I am originally from Edmonton but am now happy to call Ontario home! When I’m not working on school, I love to run, paint, and crochet.

I look forward to meeting you!

I became interested in office administration at the young age of 16, when I was working at my local physiotherapy clinic.  I soon realized how much I enjoyed interacting with the patients.  

After secondary school, I enrolled in the Nursing Program at Durham College and successfully completed my first year when my family continued to expand. Working as a part-time administrative assistant at Mount Sinai Hospital and with an Orthopaedic Surgeon allowed me the flexibility to be a stay-at-home mom.  My husband, our 5 beautiful children and I live in Oshawa together with our dog and our cat.  

I am so happy to be included in the New Life Midwives family.  We have the best clients and the added bonus of holding babies is so wonderful.  

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and love to cook.