Services
My birth and postnatal support covers most of Surrey and surrounding areas.
I believe that everyone should have a positive, empowering and supportive birth however that looks for them. As your doula I would want to support you in every way possible and also extend that to your partner. The relationship will be one of trust, care and honesty.
I have supported couples at home births, hospital birth, caesarean birth and VBAC.
I am proud to say I am a Recognised Birth & Postnatal Doula through Doula UK.
Birth Doula
As your birth doula I will be there supporting you through your pregnancy and birth.
Finding out you are pregnant is a moment you won’t forget. Planning for your birth should be an exciting time, a time when you feel empowered, supported and loved.
During our time together we will get to know each other, listen to any concerns, understand your birth wishes and create a safe and calming birth space whether that be at home, a birth centre or hospital.
I am trained in Biomechanics for Birth which has proven to be very effective to encourage an optimal position for brith whilst also bringing comfort and relief to my clients during labour.
I would want both you and your birth partner to feel supported throughout our time together, to be an extension of your birth team and to uphold your wishes for you if necessary.
-
My birth services are tailored to meet the needs of each person I work with, so no two will ever be the same. Below is an idea of the type of things I can offer you:
Free meeting at a time that suits you, it’s a chance for you to ask any questions and see if I am the right fit for you this can be via zoom or face to face.
Two antenatal sessions of around 3 hours each. We will discuss your hopes, wishes and fears for birth. Your birth preferences, techniques for labour and how I can support you and your birth partner. One session will be postpartum planning.
A postpartum planning guide and ‘Nourish & Nurture’ Menu booklet which has been created by myself which covers lots of topics to help create a calm and positive fourth trimester.
Use of any of my books from my extensive library, TENS machine, birth ball or birth pool.
On call from 38 weeks until baby is born.
Attendance at your birth.
Help and support with feeding.
A postnatal visit, a chance to see you and your baby again and to talk through your birth if that feels right for you.
Email, phone, zoom support throughout our time together and 6 weeks postpartum.
Postnatal Doula
Supporting new families during the fourth trimester is something I am truly passionate about.
It is a sacred and precious time for new parents, which comes with a lot of emotions and healing. I feel very humbled to be invited into a family’s home and to be able to support them in the early weeks.
I really believe in celebrating the new mother that has just been born! Every day can look and feel a little bit different which is why I am there to support you with whatever is it you need. Whether it is cooking a nutritious meal, helping with housework or simply listening over a cup of tea, I am there for you.
I am a Recognised Postnatal Doula and a qualified Mindful Breastfeeding Practitioner. I can offer you support and guidance when it comes to infant feeding whether it’s breastfeeding or bottle feeding.
I also have experience in working with twins and families with older children.
-
A free meeting at a time that suits you, it’s a chance for you to ask any questions and see if I am the right fit for you this can be via zoom or face to face.
I encourage all my clients to book a postpartum planning session before I start, it is an opportunity to meet each other and allow me to tailor the support to your needs & wishes. This 3 hour session is a reduced price of £60 when booked with one of the packages below.
Preparing nourishing meals, light house work, helping with chores or any errands.
Looking after your new baby so you are able to sleep, rest, take time for some self care like a long hot bath.
Relaxation Sessions for you & your baby.
Help with older siblings or pets
Support with feeding.
Signposting to other support eg. baby wearing, breastfeeding, mother and baby groups, Mummy MOT's.
Email, phone, zoom support throughout our time together.
A postnatal planner and my ‘Nourish & Nurture’ postpartum recipe booklet.
Support to be booked in blocks of 12, 24 and 36 hours.
*Minimum of a 3 hour session
My services can be tailored to suit your individual needs, please feel free to contact me to discuss bespoke packages or hours that you feel you might need.
“Whenever and however you give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body, and your spirit for the rest of your life.”
— INA MAY GASKIN