Compassionate, Woman-Centred Support
Pregnancy, birth and the transition into motherhood are deeply personal experiences. You deserve to feel informed, heard, respected and supported as you navigate this transformative time.
As a birth and postnatal doula, I offer a calm, nurturing and non-judgemental presence, walking alongside you and your family as you prepare to welcome your baby and find your feet in early parenthood.
Birth doula support
I offer personalised support throughout pregnancy, birth and the early postnatal period, tailored to you, your family and your individual needs.
I genuinely believe in the wisdom, strength and innate capacity of women. Whether you are planning a home birth, a hospital birth, a caesarean birth or something in between, I will meet you where you are, without judgement or expectation.
Birth can be powerful, unpredictable, vulnerable and life-changing. My hope is that you feel safe, heard, respected and supported as you prepare to meet your baby and step into this new chapter of your life.
What's included?
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Two antenatal sessions: Two three-hour sessions to explore the physiology of labour and birth, your preferences around pain relief, birth positions, comfort measures, your rights and choices, and planning for the postnatal period.
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Ongoing contact: Phone and WhatsApp support throughout pregnancy and up to six weeks postpartum.
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On-call support: I am on call 24/7 from 38 weeks until 42 weeks of pregnancy, or until you give birth, as agreed in advance.
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Continuous labour support: I will be there to offer reassurance, practical comfort measures, encouragement and a calm presence throughout labour and birth, staying until you are settled with your baby and have had the opportunity to begin feeding.
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A postnatal visit: One three-hour visit to reflect on your birth, talk through any questions and offer practical and emotional support as you settle into life with your baby.
My role is to support you, your choices and your experience, whatever path your birth takes.
Postnatal doula support
The early weeks and months of motherhood can be beautiful, overwhelming, exhausting and transformative all at once. There is so much focus on the new baby, but you deserve care and nurturing, too.
I offer gentle, practical and woman-centred postnatal support as you recover from birth, get to know your baby and find your own rhythm as a family.
Postnatal support can look different from one day to the next.
Perhaps you need some uninterrupted rest, a nourishing meal, a listening ear or a little extra help with the everyday tasks that can feel overwhelming when you're caring for a newborn.
I can help you slow down, replenish your energy and make space for those precious early moments of bonding with your baby.
What is a doula?
Why choose a doula?
The term doula was popularised in the 1970s by American anthropologist Dana Raphael, who used it in the context of maternal care and breastfeeding support. Today, a doula is a non-medical professional who provides emotional, practical and informational support during pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.
I work alongside your midwives, doctors and other healthcare professionals, offering non-medical continuity of care and a familiar face throughout your journey.
My approach is woman-centred. I can help you explore your options, understand the evidence, prepare for different possibilities and feel confident asking questions. My role is not to tell you what to do, but to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you and your baby.
Above all, I am here to listen, encourage you, help you recognise your own strengths and remind you that you don't have to navigate this journey alone.
Every birth is different, and no one can predict exactly how yours will unfold. Having someone by your side who knows you, understands your preferences and offers continuous, individual support can make a meaningful difference to your experience.
Research supports the value of continuous support during labour. A Cochrane systematic review by Bohren et al. (2017), which included 26 trials involving 15,858 women across 17 countries, found that continuous support was associated with:
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A 25% lower relative likelihood of caesarean birth.
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An 8% higher likelihood of spontaneous vaginal birth.
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A 10% lower likelihood of using pain-relief medication during labour.
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Labour that was, on average, around 41 minutes shorter.
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A 31% lower relative likelihood of reporting negative feelings about the birth experience.
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A 38% lower relative likelihood of a low five-minute Apgar score for the baby.
These findings relate to continuous support from a range of people, including doulas, partners, family members and healthcare staff. The review suggested that some benefits may be greater when support is provided by someone in a doula role. The quality of evidence varied, so these figures describe findings across the studies rather than outcomes that any individual can expect.
You can read the full review in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews: Continuous support for women during childbirth.
Evidence also suggests that doula support may have a positive association with breastfeeding outcomes. Heuberger et al. (2025), in a systematic review of 32 studies, found that doula support was associated with improved breastfeeding outcomes overall. Doulas were also identified as important sources of breastfeeding information, education and support.
You can read the full review: Doula Support and Breastfeeding Outcomes: A Systematic Review
For accessible, research-informed information about pregnancy, birth and maternity care, I also recommend Evidence Based Birth®.
