Birth Doula Services

Throughout our lives we meticulously plan and invest in our experiences, from once in a lifetime trips, to weddings, and everything in between. Why should your birth experience be any different?

I offer two birth support offerings. Both follow a framework that can be adapted and changed to suit your individual needs and create a deeper level of support. Your experience of pregnancy and birth is a unique and deeply personal experience, and with that in mind I strive to provide compassionate and individualised support while I join you on this wild and beautiful ride into parenthood.

One

  • 2 antenatal sessions where we have the chance to bond, discuss birth preferences, comfort measures and help you prepare mentally for birth. I want to hear all your hopes and dreams! These sessions will also be an opportunity to discuss having a nourishing postpartum period and to discuss how you see your feeding journey unfolding with your little one
  • Access to my collection of books focusing on pregnancy, birth and the fourth trimester
  • Access to birth pool, birth ball, TENS machine and aromatherapy oils
  • On Call 24/7 from 10 days before your EDD until little one arrives
  • Support throughout the duration of your labour, protecting the all important Golden Hour after birth and supporting with baby’s first feed
  • A postnatal session where we meet again so I can swoon over your beautiful newborn and discuss how your birth unfolded. I can also provide breastfeeding support/responsive feeding support if you would like it
  • A nourishing postpartum meal
  • Available for phone support and FaceTime anytime of day for 48 hours after your birth
  • Text support for 3 weeks after the birth of your little one

Two

  • 3 antenatal sessions where we have the chance to bond, discuss birth preferences, comfort measures and help you prepare mentally for birth. We can also discuss Biomechanic techniques that can support you and your baby. These sessions will also be an opportunity to discuss having a nourishing postpartum period and to discuss how you see your feeding journey unfolding with your little one
  • Access to my collection of books focusing on pregnancy, birth and the fourth trimester
  • Access to birth pool, birth ball, TENS machine and aromatherapy oils
  • On Call 24/7 from 10 days before your EDD until little one arrives
  • Support throughout the duration of your labour, protecting the all important Golden Hour after birth and supporting with baby’s first feed
  • A postnatal session to debrief your birth experience, have newborn cuddles and support with any questions you have around newborn feeding
  • Further postnatal session which can be tailored to whatever support you feel you need. Whether it be a hot bubble bath, a nutritious meal, feeding support or a much needed nap, this session is an opportunity for you to rest and be taken care of. This session is an opportunity to ensure you are feeling confident and settled in your exciting new role as parents
  • Available for phone support and FaceTime for 5 days after your birth
  • Nourishing postpartum meal upon postnatal visit.
  • Organic herb soak to be used for steaming or in a healing bath. These herbs are anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, relax and soothe
  • Text support for 4 weeks after the birth of your little one

These offerings can be tailored to suit you, if you feel you need extra antenatal or postnatal sessions added to your birth package, this can be provided at an additional fee.

I had a doula present for the birth of my son, I experienced first hand what a wonderful impact they have on an individual’s birth experience. I feel very passionately about a doula being an option for any family. With this in mind I am happy to create a payment plan that works for you.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or would like to discuss payment options.

Shared Care

If your estimated due date coincides with another client of mine, it is still absolutely possible for us to work together. This is where shared care comes in. Another doula and I would work closely together to provide antenatal and postnatal care, and we would both be “on call” for your birth, you can rest assured knowing one of us will be there.

I work closely alongside two other wonderful birth workers to provide shared care for clients, I feel their values and ethos reflects my own. You can learn more about them here:

Alex- http://www.theoriginalbirthconnection.co.uk

Michelle- http://www.thekiwidoula.co.uk