As your birth Doula, I am your dedicated and experienced companion during your labour and birth. I have supported many births both at home and in hospital, and it's hard to put into words what a difference this makes, as it is so different at every birth. I want you to experience the glow I see on a new mother's face when she has achieved a peaceful and empowered birth, or the devotion and pride in a partner's eyes when they witness their child's beautiful birth and their partner's transformation. 

I know it is possible to give birth without fear (or to acknowledge your fears and be able to boss your birth anyway!) to make choices based on intuition and your own values, and to maintain a position of ownership over your own birth, and I want that for you too! 

I am there to enable you to feel safe, and as comfortable as possible. By the time you give birth, we will have spent time getting to know each other so you feel safe and uninhibited in my presence. I respect and hold your space so you are able to go inwards and follow your birth journey without having to think about what's going on around you. I will know your preferences inside out, so my support will help you feel able to let go of any niggling worries, knowing that you can birth in confidence any way you choose. 

I help you create an environment where you feel safe and held, whether that is in hospital or at home. We will use grounding strategies to support your mindset, and physical and emotional comfort measures to help you navigate the intense sensations of birth. I bring a bag of tools, such as my Rebozo, essential oils, tens machine etc, but my most used tools are my calming presence, my ability to listen and really hear you, my voice to reassure you, and my hands to offer comfort and strength if you need. 

With my support, you know that all practical arrangements such as filling and emptying a birth pool, clean linen, food and drinks, and  any other specific birth choices, are taken care of.  I'm also there to care for you birth partner's practical and emotional needs while they support you during the birth, and to help other children to participate in the birth if that is what you choose. This way, you don't need to think about anyone's needs apart from your own.