Birth Doula Support

My role as your Birth Doula is to learn about you (and your family/partner) and the type of birth experience you hope for.  I will listen and learn about you (and your partner), your hopes (and fears) and from there we will work together as a team.

My goals as a Doula are to ensure you feel safe and relaxed, to provide you with comfort and coping methods, to protect your birth space, to support you and your birth plan, and to provide support during your communications with the medical staff at your chosen birth place.

By the time your baby is on it's way I hope you will think of me as a comforting presence and knowledgeable friend that has *your* very best interests at heart and at the forefront of my mind.

Birth Package:-

£2,100.00 (plus travel expenses, if applicable)

• 3 antenatal visits and telephone/whatsapp support throughout your pregnancy
• On call from 38wks.
• 1 postnatal visit, birth reflection support and up to 6 weeks telephone/whatsapp support (further postnatal visits/support can be arranged under a different agrement if needed)

Enhanced Package:-

£2,450.00 (plus travel expenses, if applicable)

• 5 antenatal visits.
• Whatsapp and phone support throughout your pregnancy
• I go on call at 38wks (longer window can be arranged if circumstances require)
• Preparing to Parent, Supporting your Toddler/older Sibling or Infant Sleep 1-1.
• 2 postnatal visits including 1 full birth reflection session and additional check in during the 4 week postpartum.
• Up to 6 weeks whatsapp and phone support (further postnatal visits/support can be arranged under a different agrement if needed)

I have had the privilege of supporting families through a wide range of birth experiences, including first births, subsequent births, Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC), and Homebirth After Caesarean (HBAC). I have supported water births and many hypnobirthing parents, and I hold a strong understanding of hypnobirthing from a learner’s perspective.

I attend births with deep trust in the body and the birthing process. My role often involves providing emotional, practical, and informational support, including light touch techniques and comfort or coping strategies tailored to each family’s needs.

I am trained in the Biomechanics of Birth with Molly O’Brien, equipping me with a solid understanding of how to incorporate movement, positioning, and problem-solving into my practice when needed.

I am committed to ongoing learning and complete many hours of Continuing Professional Development each year to strengthen my skills, knowledge, and experience. As a doula mentor, I also facilitate and teach doula preparation courses with Developing Doulas, supporting the next generation of birth workers.

What I do:-

• I offer emotional and practical support throughout your pregnancy and during birth
• I support you and your partner/husband (if applicable) 100% in your choices about the kind of birth you want, whatever that may involve.
• I draw on my knowledge and experience and can provide suggestions and/or information about pregnancy, birth and comfort during birth, bonding, feeding and the postnatal period to help you make informed choices.
• I will be excited about supporting you and the birth of your baby!

What I don't do:-

• I don't offer medical advice or medical examinations
• I won't get in between you and your partner/husband (if applicable) rather support you both and/or support him to support you.
• I won't try to persuade you to change your mind about the birth you want (rather support you by providing information to help you make informed choices).