Privacy Policy
Nurturing the Mother: Variations of Normal Scar Project
Last Updated: May 20, 2026
At Nurturing the Mother, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care, respect, and transparency.
This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored, and protected through the Variations of Normal Scar Project website and related communications.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Information submitted through contact forms
Scar stories, photographs, or testimonials you choose to share
Health or birth-related information you voluntarily disclose
Website usage data through cookies or analytics tools
Participation in the Variations of Normal Scar Project is always voluntary.
How Your Information Is Used
Information collected may be used to:
Respond to inquiries or requests
Communicate about the project, events, or services
Share educational resources
Improve website functionality and user experience
Obtain consent for sharing submitted stories or images
Support awareness and education surrounding scars, healing, and postpartum recovery
We will never sell your personal information to third parties.
Consent for Images & Stories
If you submit photographs, written experiences, testimonials, or other content to the Variations of Normal Scar Project, we will only use that material with your consent.
You may withdraw consent for future use of your submitted content at any time by contacting us directly. Removal requests will be honoured within a reasonable timeframe, though previously shared or printed materials may not always be retractable.
Protection of Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.
While we strive to use secure systems and practices, no online transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Third-Party Services
Our website may use trusted third-party services such as:
Website hosting platforms
Email marketing providers
Online booking or contact form systems
Website analytics tools
These services may collect limited technical information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Cookies & Analytics
This website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and understand website traffic.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
Your Rights
You may request to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Withdraw consent
Request deletion of your information where applicable
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Nurturing the Mother, Janelle Fontaine
Email: hello@nurturingthemother.ca
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices, legal requirements, or website functionality. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any updated terms.