Pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period can be magical, overwhelming, exciting, exhausting and everything in between.
The support and packages I offer are deeply nurturing and can help to gently guide you, as you explore your options around pregnancy, birth and the fourth trimester. My aim is for you to feel safe, supported, confident, capable and cared for during this transformative time. Every mother deserves this!
As every mother, family and birth journey is different, I offer different levels of support, and packages which can be tailored to you. There is no right or wrong, only what feels right for you.
PREGNANCY SUPPORT PACKAGE - £495
This package supports you every step of the way through pregnancy, with gentle guidance and care to help you feel confident and prepared for parenthood and ready to welcome your baby.
What’ included:
Free initial 30-60 minute chat
5 x 2 hour antenatal sessions at your home
1 x 2 hour postnatal session at your home (ideally within the first two weeks)
Continuous WhatsApp support from time of booking until 12 weeks postpartum.
The sessions will be unique to you and your requirements, but topics often include:
- Getting to know you, your pregnancy journey and any previous birth experiences.
- Exploring your feelings, wishes, concerns and expectations around birth.
- Discussing birth physiology and the variations of normal labour and birth.
- Creating your birth preferences and supporting you in writing a birth plan.
- Preparing for different birth scenarios and coping if things change from the original plan.
- Discussing comfort measures and pain management options, including natural coping techniques and medical options.
- Practising breathing, relaxation, movement, positioning and partner support techniques.
- Exploring feeding options - including breastfeeding, bottle feeding or a combination.
- Preparing for the immediate postnatal period and fourth trimester.
Additional hourly support can be added to this package at £30 per hour (minimum booking - 2 hours)
BIRTH SUPPORT PACKAGE - £1295
This package is perfect if you’d like supportive continuity of care for your baby’s birth, to ensure a positive birthing experience for you and your family.
What’ included:
Free initial 30-60 minute chat
2 x 2 hour antenatal sessions at your home
1 x 2 hour postnatal session (ideally within the first two weeks)
Continuous WhatsApp support from time of booking until 12 weeks postpartum
On-call 24/7 support from 38 weeks of pregnancy until your baby arrives.
Birth Support:
- I will attend your birth and stay with you throughout your labour until your baby is born, supporting you emotionally and physically.
- I will support you at your chosen place of birth, whether at home, in hospital or at a birth centre and help to protect your birth space.
- I will gently advocate for your wishes and preferences as outlined in your birth plan.
- I will help you to feel calm and comfortable with gentle reassurance and using the tools we discussed and practised previously.
- I will remain with you after birth to ensure you feel settled, supported and comfortable.
Additional hourly support can be added to this package at £30 per hour (minimum booking - 2 hours.)
POSTNATAL SUPPORT PACKAGE - £595
A dedicated support package to nurture you after birth, “the fourth trimester.” Helping you to recover, rest, and bond with your new baby.
What’ included:
Free initial 30-60 minute chat
5 x 3 hour postnatal sessions at your home
Continuous WhatsApp support until 12 weeks postpartum.
The sessions will be unique to you and your requirements, and can include the following:
- Emotional support and reassurance for you and your family, as you adjust to life with a new baby.
- Helping to create a calm, supportive environment for recovery and bonding.
- Listening without judgement and providing space to talk about your birth experience and feelings.
- Supporting feeding choices, including breastfeeding, bottle, combination and expressing.
- Helping with newborn care, such as nappy changing, bathing, soothing, winding and sleep support.
- Preparing light meals or snacks.
- Light household tasks, such as tidying, laundry or washing related to baby care.
- Support with siblings at home while you feed, rest or spend time with your new baby.
- Helping build confidence in responding to your baby’s cues.
- Signposting to evidence based research and local professionals or groups.
- A friendly face or a shoulder to cry on.
Additional hourly support can be added to this package at £30 per hour (minimum booking - 2 hours.)
THE FULL JOURNEY SUPPORT PACKAGE - £1975
This package is perfect if you would like full continuity of care and nurturing doula support for you and your family, throughout your full journey of pregnancy, birth, and the early postnatal weeks, offering continuous emotional, physical, and practical care as you transition into motherhood.
What’ included:
Free initial 30-60 minute chat
The Pregnancy, Birth & Postnatal packages and will include:
5 x 2 hour antenatal sessions
5 x 3 hour postnatal sessions
(Total 25 hours in-person at your home)
Continuous WhatsApp support from time of booking until 12 weeks postpartum
Full continuity of care and a familiar, friendly face
Additional hourly support can be added to this package at £30 per hour (minimum booking - 2 hours.)
HOURLY DOULA SUPPORT- £35 PER HOUR
This is available as standalone support when you need it most (minimum booking - 2 hours) and may include:
Pregnancy support
Postnatal support
Breastfeeding support
Friendly face
Birth debrief
Newborn cues & care
Anything else specific to your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I choose you as my doula?
I really take time to build relationships with the families I support. You are never just another client to me. It’s important to me that you feel comfortable and can ask me questions, express your fears, celebrate joys, and make decisions that feel right for you and your family, with no judgement whatsoever. I intentionally don’t take on loads of clients, so that I’m not stretched too thin and can show up fully when you need me.
What are the benefits of a doula?
There is strong evidence showing that women who received continuous support during labour were more likely to have:
A spontaneous vaginal birth.
Decreased likelihood of having a caesarean birth or assisted birth.
Decreased likelihood of needing pain medication or an epidural.
Shorter labour
More positive feelings about their birth experience.
Why did you become a doula?
I have always been passionate about babies and birth physiology. As a mum of three, I know firsthand how much of a difference it makes to have kind support and someone by your side. Becoming a doula has allowed me to combine my passion for caring for others with my belief that every family deserves their birth to be the best it can be. This support shapes how you feel about yourself, how you step into motherhood and the very first experiences your baby has of the world and this really matters to me.
Do you do any other work?
Outside of my work, I am also a volunteer breastfeeding peer supporter having trained with The Association of Breastfeeding Mothers and I work with the charity, Families & Babies in my local area. I can provide breastfeeding support if you wish to breastfeed your baby.
I also own a small baby & mama knitwear business, which I set up whilst bringing up my children. I love to gift my clients with one of my designs.
What does your support look like?
My support is warm, nurturing and completely centred around you and your family’s needs. I am here to stay by your side, listen, reassure and support you so you feel held, heard and never alone during one of life’s biggest transitions. I do not replace your midwife or partner, but support and work alongside them.
How far do you travel?
I travel within an hour’s drive from Christchurch, Dorset for an in-person visit.
