You deserve the best birth experience

Welcome and Congratulations! If you are visiting my page, then you are probably exploring the idea of having a Doula for your pregnancy and birth. I would love to tell you all about me and my support package- but first I want to ask you two questions…

1. What is your vision for your birth?

I’m not asking if would like a water birth, planned caesarean or otherwise. I mean, when you close your eyes and picture what your ideal birth will look like- how are you feeling? where are you? and who is with you?

You might be thinking, ‘Well I don’t know yet what I want’ or ‘I have to have a certain type of birth, due to my risk factors’. Well, let me tell you that a positive birth experience does not lend itself to any particular type of birth. You can have a positive birth whether you have an induction, an emergency caesarean or a homebirth.

It doesn’t matter to me what sort of birth you’re planning; what matters to me is how you feel about it afterwards. I have 5 wonderful children and have had 5 very different births! However, if your goal is to have an autonomous birth, then I can certainly help.

My goal is to give you the education and information needed to really dig deep into what a positive birth experience means to you. What makes your birth a positive experience, is that you feel prepared for anything that comes your way, that you feel educated about your birth rights and that you feel informed about all of your options. As your Doula, I advocate for you and boost your confidence about making decisions that are right for you and your baby.

Sadly, the UK maternity system is so overstretched and underfunded that you often see different Midwives or specialists each time and have to explain your story again and again. Health care providers have strict policies to follow and this often can lead to you being offered tests, procedures or interventions that you either do not want or do not need.

Having a constant companion there from the start can really help you feel supported and cared for. I will know your story, your birth preferences, and how you want things to go. I will ensure that you feel respected and listened to. I will help you understand what is being offered so you can decide if it is right for you. I will explain clearly the risks, using statistics and evidence so you can be clear on what to do next.

I have a passion for providing personalised support, and it's the heart of everything I do. Navigating the maternity system can be challenging, but with me by your side, you'll have unwavering support and guidance. Unlike others who are bound by hospital policies and shift changes, I am solely dedicated to serving you and your unique needs.

2. What are your reasons for considering a Doula?

Perhaps, you are looking for a Doula to advocate for you- as explained above.

Perhaps, you are considering a Doula as you are unfamiliar with pregnancy, birth and postpartum and want access to evidence- based information from someone experienced that you can trust.

Perhaps, you want someone by your side who understands how birth works and can normalise things for you and instill confidence in your ability to birth your baby.

Perhaps, you are searching for someone who has a deep understanding of neurodiversity, anxiety and perinatal mental health and will never judge you or your birth partner.

Perhaps, you are looking for a Doula who is also a trained Hypnobirthing teacher- so can help keep you calm and help you work through your affirmations, visualisations and breathing techniques.

Perhaps, you want a Doula to bring over all of the essential labour tools needed and work with you during your labour on positions, massage and comfort measures.

Perhaps, you want the reassurance of having an experienced person who is able to give reassurance to your birth partner and take over from them, when they need to eat or rest.

Perhaps, you are doing this journey solo and want someone who will make you feel safe and cared for in pregnancy, labour, birth and postpartum.

Perhaps, breastfeeding is really important to you and you feel reassured having a Doula who is also an IBCLC Lactation Consultant- to prepare you in pregnancy and offer practical support after your baby is born.

If these sound like the types of things you are looking for in a Doula, then please do reach out and book a free chat with me. I am often booked up months in advance, so it is usually best to talk to me as early in your pregnancy as possible.