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Postnatal (Recognised since September 2022)
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Birth (Recognised since February 2023)
Lives in: Redhill RH1
Local info and availability:
I cover Surrey, South London and West Sussex.
Other services:
Antenatal and Hypnobirthing Instructor/
Mindful Breastfeeding Practitioner/
Postnatal Planning/
Biomechanics for Birth/
Baby Wearing/
Mother's Blessing/
Birth Blessing/
Paediatric First Aider
How to contact Amy:
Use the Contact form below or:
http://www.birthtoearth.co.uk
hello@birthtoearth.co.uk
07843936575
About Me
Hello,
Congratulations on your pregnancy!
Thank you for taking a moment to visit my page. My name is Amy, I am a birth and postnatal doula living in Surrey with my husband and two wonderful boys.
The births of my own children were positive but each unique. My second son arrived at the onset of the pandemic, which brought overnight changes to the maternity system. Navigating this on my own was at times incredibly challenging. It was these life-altering experiences that fuelled my desire to support women and pregnant people in having their own positive birth and postpartum journeys filled with fond memories.
As your doula, my devotion is to give you support that not only guides you through the beautiful journey of birth but also makes you feel empowered and confident. My promise to you is for you to feel excited about giving birth, that you feel in control when making decisions and educated about your options. Birth is an incredibly sacred time, something which should honoured and respected, which is something I deeply believe in protecting.
Being a part of your birthing team is an immense privilege and a responsibility I take very seriously. I really believe that getting to know you as well as I can before the big day is invaluable. It enables me to understand your desires, dreams, concerns and things that are non-negotiable for you. I’ll be there for you emotionally, practically and spiritually- from offering comforting words to advocating for your birth preferences. I’m also here to support your birth partner. I would never diminish their vital role but aim to offer them reassurance, guidance and confidence.
I have had the honour of supporting various births, from home births to hospital births, caesarean birth, free birth and VBAC/HBAC.
My support extends into the postnatal period, often referred to as the fourth trimester. I believe in celebrating the new mother or parent who has just been born, recognising the sacredness of this time through nourishment, care, rest and support with feeding.
Cooking is something I absolutely adore; it’s my love language and nourishing you during this journey is of great importance to me. I firmly believe that the right foods contribute significantly to healing, hormonal balance and overall well-being.
I also have experience in working with families who have twins postnatally, an experience that has enriched my knowledge and enthusiasm for supporting families with multiples.
Each day on this journey can be a bit different and it’s crucial for me to give you exactly what you need, whether it’s a soothing hot shower, a much-needed nap or a heartfelt chat over a warm cup of tea.
I am also the founder of The Pregnancy Gathering and The Mother Gathering, a local group for expectant mothers and new mothers. These groups promote wellness and offer support as you transition through this very special time in your life. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you’d like more information.
Honouring birth and the fourth trimester through ceremony is also very close to my heart, I am very proud to offer Mother’s Blessings, Birth Ceremonies and Postpartum Ceremonies.
Feel free to contact me to arrange a ‘get to know me’ chat, which we can have over the phone or video call.
I look forward to hearing from you!