Doula – cambridge - St Ives - huntingdon
Doula Services
Doula services to support you through pregnancy, birth and afterwards at home.
What is a doula
How a doula supports birth
Understanding birth
A doula recognises birth's unique rhythm – moments of intensity, calm and flow. I understand that creating safety allows your hormones to work naturally, helping your body do what it's designed to do during labour.
Constantly supportive
I will spend time understanding your birth wishes and become a familiar, calming presence. Available anytime day or night, she supports you throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond, ensuring you feel completely confident and informed.
Practical & comforting
Drawing on my toolkit of wisdom, I will offer comfort and coping strategies, such as light touch, hands on techniques and using my knowledge of birth biomechanics to enhance physiological progress. I will make sure you remain nourished and hydrated and provide calm, consistent support to you and your partner throughout the process.
Supporting you through your journey to become a family
Becoming a parent is a unique transformation and each stage brings it's own challenges and fears. As an experienced doula I can help you in your journey.
Birth planning
Before your birth we’ll meet to make sure we have explored all of your options so you can navigate your birth feeling confident and relaxed.
Support giving birth
As your birth doula I will work with you and your midwifery support to advocate for your choices and support you to have a positive birth experience.
At home with your new baby
Once you get home, I’ll be there to support the transition during your early postpartum. I can support you with feeding your baby, light household tasks and facilitate rest and recovery.
How to get doula support
A good chinwag
Let’s have a phone chat to get to know each other. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions and learn more about doula support without any pressure.
In person meeting
Some people feel so confident from the phone call that they want to go ahead and book. However, if you would prefer to meet face to face before committing to work together, this can be arranged.
Building your care plan
We will create your plan to your specific needs. The process of exploring your birth wishes will support us to establish a strong relationship and explore the best options for your birth experience and beyond.