What is a Doula?
A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. The term "doula" originates from the ancient Greek word meaning "a woman who serves," reflecting the historical roots of this role in traditional birth practices worldwide. For centuries, birthing individuals have been supported by experienced caregivers—often women from their community—who offered reassurance, comfort, and wisdom during childbirth and the early days of parenting.
Modern doulas carry on this time-honoured tradition, combining evidence-based techniques with a nurturing, client-centred approach. During labour, a doula offers comfort through methods like massage, breathing exercises, and positioning, while also acting as an advocate to ensure your preferences are respected. Following birth and during the 4th trimester of your baby, a doula supports families in adjusting to life with a newborn, providing guidance, reassurance, and practical help. Above all, a doula is there to nurture confidence, reduce stress, and empower parents to make informed decisions that align with their values and needs.
Why Choose Me as Your Doula?
Picking the right doula can turn your birth experience from good to extraordinary. As your doula, I’m here to bring calm vibes, expert know-how, and endless support to help you feel like the superstar you are. Here’s how I can help make your birthing journey truly unforgettable:
A Birth That Feels Just Right
Imagine stepping into your birth feeling calm, confident, and ready. My personalised care focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where you can embrace the amazing, natural process of meeting your baby. Together, we’ll shape a positive, empowering experience that’s tailored to your unique preferences.
Fewer Interventions, Smoother Recovery
With my guidance, we’ll work through labour in ways that may lower the chance of interventions like inductions or caesareans. Studies even show that having a doula can shorten labour by up to 25%! Less stress, less exhaustion, and a faster and easier recovery—yes, please.
Say Hello to Natural Pain Relief
We’ll lean into proven techniques like relaxation, breathing, and movement to help you stay calm and let your body do its thing. Many of my clients find they need little or no pain medication, which can mean an even smoother transition into postpartum recovery.
Breastfeeding? Let’s Nail It from the Start
While the medical team focuses on their work after birth, I’ll be right there, making sure you have the support you need to get that first latch just right. We’ll set the stage for a confident and successful breastfeeding journey.
Postnatal Care with Heart
Becoming a parent can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. I’ll be there with emotional support, practical tips, and a whole lot of encouragement to help you find your rhythm. My care has been shown to ease the adjustment to parenthood and reduce the risk of postnatal depression—because you deserve to feel empowered every step of the way.
Why Me?
Your birth is a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and you deserve to feel supported, understood, and uplifted throughout. Hiring me as your doula is more than a decision; it’s an investment in you, your baby, and this incredible new chapter.
Think about it—how often do we invest in life’s big events, from weddings to gym memberships? Isn’t your birth experience just as important? If your goal is to feel calm, empowered, and fully supported, then let’s do this together.
You’re only a phone call away from the care and reassurance you deserve. Let’s make your journey extraordinary
Services & Fees
Birth Packages:
My birth package means I’m with you at every turn throughout your pregnancy journey. Whether you’re planning a home birth or a hospital delivery, I’ll be right by your side during labour, birth, and those magical bonding moments.
Now, just to be clear—I’m not a medical professional, so I won’t be giving medical advice, doing exams, or handling clinical tasks. What I do bring to the table is a caring, nurturing, and calming presence to support you and your partner.
I’m here to listen, chat through your vision for birth, and help you feel confident in making the decisions that work best for you—completely judgment-free. Plus, I’ll stick around to offer extra support for you and your family in those precious first weeks with your new baby. Together, we’ll make this journey as smooth and special as it can be!
All birth packages include:
• Unlimited support via email, text and phone including during the 'fourth trimester'
• On-call from 38 weeks of pregnancy until your baby is born
• Presence throughout your labour
Calm Birth Package £1500 (2 antenatal sessions, 1 postnatal session)
Peaceful Birth Package £1800 (3 antenatal sessions, 2 postnatal sessions)
Serene Birth Package £2625 (3 antenatal sessions, 2 postnatal sessions, 20 hours of postnatal services)
Gentle Birth: £900 (birth only support with birth preference discussion– no antenatal session and no oncall)
Nurturing Birth: £400 (2 antenatal preparation sessions of up to 4 hours)
Understanding my pregnant body Workshop: £250 (1 session of up to 3 hours)
Birth Preference Workshop: £200 (1 sessions of up to 2 hours)
A la carte consultation to prepare for birth: £50/h for minimum 2 hours and up to 4 hours per visit (online option available upon request)
Postnatal Service:
I offer fully personalised postnatal support to meet your specific needs and preferences. My goal? To make those early weeks smoother, brighter, and all about you. Here’s what I can do when I pop by a couple of times a week (for up to 4 hours) over 8 to 12 weeks after your baby arrives:
• Reflecting on your birth experience together —because sharing can be so healing;
• Caring for your baby while you catch some sleep, enjoy a hot shower, or have uninterrupted time with your partner or other children;
• Assisting with light housework or errands to lighten your load (laundry, anyone?);
• Preparing or showing you how to cook quickly and easily healthy (but yummy) recipe for you and your family;
• Exploring and choosing your best feeding options including latch assistance, bottle preparation guidance, or referrals to lactation consultants;
• Sharing all the baby care wisdom, from first baths to soothing techniques, sleep tips, first-aid basics, and later milestones like weaning and potty training;
• Pointing you toward helpful resources and reliable information;
• Keeping the tea flowing, offering a listening ear, and cheering as you find your rhythm in parenthood.
The choice is yours! Parenthood is a wild, wonderful adventure—you don’t have to go it alone!
Postnatal Package: £1175 for 20 hours service
Breastfeeding workshop: £200 (1 session of up to 2 hours)
Baby carrying workshop: £150 (1 session of up to 2 hours)
A la carte Postnatal consultation £40/h for minimum 2 hours and up to 4 hours per visit (online option available upon request)