Birth Doula Support
Birth support that puts you at the centre!
Picture stepping into your birth feeling calm, capable and truly ready, not just wishing for a positive experience, but feeling secure in the knowledge that you’ve prepared for this moment. That you’re surrounded by people who respect and support you. That you’re in control making informed decisions for your baby and your body.
No matter how your birth unfolds, you’ll be able to look back and say with certainty:
“That was mine. I did that. I owned every moment.”
While many approach birth with 'going with the flow', hoping it all works out, you’re choosing something different. You know birth isn’t just something to get through, it’s a profound, life changing experience that deserves to be met with clarity, confidence and care.
You’re not looking for one size fits all advice.
You want to feel grounded and informed as labour begins calm, prepared and sure of yourself.
You want someone in your corner who truly listens, understands your needs and supports you without judgement.
You want to look back on your birth with pride, knowing every choice was made from a place of strength, love and trust in yourself.
"You grew your baby, you can birth your baby."
What sort of a doula am I?
I believe that your birth experience is deeply personal and my role is to support you in exactly the way you need, I'm on your team. I don't work for anyone else, I'm not beholden to hospital policies or shifts and as your doula, I don't go "off shift." I don't advocate for a certain type of birth, hospital, home, vaginal, or caesarean. I advocate for POSITIVE birth and that looks different for every person. Birth is unpredictable and while you'll see many healthcare professionals along the way, I'll be your constant. I won't make decisions for you or tell you what to do, you don't need any more of that! I trust in your body's wisdom and your ability to bring your baby into the world, while I offer encouragement, comfort measures and support.
Let's make it amazing!
Ready to begin this transformation? Explore my packages to understand your pathway to your birth, then arrange your no-obligation connection call or send me an enquiry email.
Essential Birth Package - £1680.00 or 6 monthly payments of £280.00
Best suited for returning clients or last minute bookings- First time parents, those healing from previous birth trauma, or families experiencing complex pregnancies will benefit from a higher level of support.
Getting to know you and your partner is important, after all we will be spending a lot of time together. That's why I always offer an initial meeting, either in person or online.
With the standard doula package, continuous support starts in your third trimester (around 27 weeks gestation). You'll have access to support whenever you need it, without having to wait for scheduled appointments to reach me. This personalised care is designed to help you embrace your pregnancy and build confidence as you prepare for birth. Throughout this period, my guidance will help you feel ready and equipped for childbirth.
Your 2 scheduled antenatal sessions are designed to help you feel ready and equipped for childbirth! These sessions will give you the understanding and self assurance needed to make informed decisions about your preferences while learning about the various options and recommendations that may come your way. I don't advocate for any specific birth environment or method, this includes hospital or home births, as well as vaginal or caesarean deliveries. What I support is the concept of a POSITIVE birth experience. Everyone has their safe place for birth, and I support your choice of environment and work together to optimise it for labour. This time together allows me to understand you and your partner on a deeper level. Each session runs approximately 2 hours and takes place in the comfort of your own home.
I also include a bonus session, a relaxed coffee meet up as you near (or go beyond!) your expected delivery date.
I'll be ready and available to be on call from 38 weeks through to 42 weeks of pregnancy. When your body and baby signal readiness and early labour begins, we'll have a conversation to determine the optimal time for me to come and be with you in person.
I will be a calm presence, providing support to both you and your partner as labour progresses. The consistent care and connection we've developed will assure you that I'll respect your birth preferences. I'll remain with you for 2 hours after your baby arrives, honouring this precious time for you and your partner, helping you settle and support your first feed with your baby.
1 x 1 hour postnatal visit to reflect on your birth experience.
Optional Extras:
Hypnobirthing Workshop - £150.00
Establishing Breastfeeding Workshop - £120.00
Postnatal Packages
Over Night Support - £250.00 p/n (9pm-6am)
* monthly payment plans available, with last payment to be made before 37 weeks pregnant.
Standard Birth Package - £2100.00 or 6 monthly payments of £350.00
This package is strongly suggested for first-time parents and/or those seeking support before 27 weeks pregnant.
What's included in the Enhanced Package? Everything mentioned in the standard package plus...
An extra 2 x 2 hour sessions. These extra sessions will give us time to discuss your feeding choices and how to plan for your postnatal period. The postnatal workbook that you will receive, will identify important topics for you and your partner to discuss regarding how you'll support one another as you both transition into this new phase of life.
2 postnatal support sessions (3 hours each), giving you six hours of in person support during those precious early weeks. These sessions can be scheduled during the day between 9:30am-4:30pm, within the first 4 weeks after your baby's arrival.
WhatsApp/voice note support during these first 4 weeks as you settle into parenthood.
Optional Extras:
Hypnobirthing Workshop - £150.00
Complete Hypnobirthing Course - £350.00
Further Postnatal Support
Over Night Support - £250.00 p/n (9pm-6am)
* monthly payment plans available, with last payment to be made before 37 weeks pregnant.
Enhanced Birth Package - £2520.00 or 6 monthly payments of £420.00
For couples wanting the complete birth doula experience with maximum support, preparation time and continuous presence throughout.
What's included in the Premium Package? Everything mentioned in the standard package plus...
An extra 3 x 2 hour sessions. These extra sessions will give us time to discuss your feeding choices and how to plan for your postnatal period. The postnatal workbook that you will receive, will identify important topics for you and your partner to discuss regarding how you'll support one another as you both transition into this new phase of life.
3 postnatal support sessions (3 hours each), giving you nine hours of in person support during those precious early weeks. These sessions can be scheduled during the day between 9:30am-4:30pm, within the first 6 weeks after your baby's arrival.
During 1 of your postnatal support sessions, I will give you an AromaTOUCH Massage (doTERRA Essential Oils) this is a light touch massage to help regulate your nerves system, providing full relaxation and peace.
WhatsApp/voice note support during these first 6 weeks as you settle into parenthood.
Optional Extras:
Hypnobirthing Workshop - £150.00
Complete Hypnobirthing Course - £350.00
Further Postnatal Support
Over Night Support - £250.00 p/n (9pm-6am)
* monthly payment plans available, with last payment to be made before 37 weeks pregnant.
Why employ a Birth Doula?
Every baby and birth is unique, just like your journey into parenthood.
You matter, and so does your birth experience, as you will only have this birth once and this is a story you'll carry with you forever.
Research shows that having a doula by your side can really make a different.
Reduced risk of Caesarean birth † *
Reduced risk of instrumental birth † *
Reduced need for painkillers or epidural during birth † *
Reduced rate of induction of labour † *
Shorter labour †
Increased parental satisfaction with the birth experience †
Increased likelihood of initiating breastfeeding *
Increased likelihood of successfully establishing breastfeeding & breastfeeding at 6 weeks *
Lower incidence of depressive symptomatology †
Improve equity and provide culturally responsive care #
* Brigstocke S. MIDIRS Midwifery Digest, vol 24, no 2, 2014, pp 157-160
#Meghan A Bohren and Sarah Chapman Cochrane review
† Hodnett ED, Gates S, Hofmeyr G, Sakala C. Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2013, Issue 7. Art. No.: CD003766. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD003766.pub5 and Bohren MA, Hofmeyr GJ, Sakala C, Fukuzawa RK, Cuthbert A. Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2017, Issue 7. Art. No.: CD003766. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD003766.pub6.
FAQ Asked By Previous Clients:
What exactly does a Birth Doula do?
As your birth doula I would provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support throughout your pregnancy, labour and birth. I help you prepare during pregnancy, stay by your side throughout your entire labour (no shift changes), and support you in those first precious hours after birth. I'm there to help you feel calm and informed, supporting both you and your birth partner.
How does a birth doula differ from a Midwife?
Midwives provide medical care. Monitoring you and baby and managing clinical aspects of birth. I provide non-medical support, helping you stay comfortable, supporting your choices and ensuring you feel heard and respected.
Will having a birth doula replace my birth partner role?
I help your partner feel confident and capable by showing them practical ways to support you. They can focus on being emotionally present while I handle the practical support. Many partners say having a doula made them feel they had the confidence to actively get involved, along with comfortably taking a break knowing I was there by your side.
Do you make decisions for me?
My role is to ensure you're informed about your options so YOU can make an informed decision.
What if I go into labour early, before 38 weeks?
Even before your official on call period, I'm contactable and will do everything possible to be there for you. We'll discuss this during our antenatal sessions so you know exactly what to expect.
Do you support home births, hospital births, and birth centre births?
Yes! I support all birth enviroments. Whether you're planning a home birth, hospital birth, or birth centre, I'm there for you.
What happens in our antenatal sessions?
We'll explore your birth preferences and options, discuss pain management techniques, practice positions and breathing, talk through what labour might look like, prepare your birth partner, address any fears or concerns, and create a birth preferences document together. It's completely tailored to what YOU need.
Do you provide postnatal support as well?
Both my birth doula packages include support for the 2-3 hours after birth. My Enhanced and Premium Birth Support Packages include 6-9 hours postnatal support, while you settle in at home. If you'd like additional postnatal support at home, I offer separate postnatal doula services which we can discuss.
What if I don't know what kind of birth I want yet?
That's exactly what our antenatal sessions help with! We'll explore all your options together so you can make informed decisions about what feels right for you.
I'm quite private, will having a doula feel intrusive?
I'm there to support you, not intrude. I read the room, respect your space, and provide exactly the level of support you need in each moment.