About Me

Since childhood, I’ve felt called to walk alongside women as they bring new life into the world. My own four births—ranging from caesarean to peaceful home births—taught me that birth is not only a physical event, but a deeply emotional and spiritual rite of passage.

I believe birth is a natural, powerful process. With loving support, evidence-based information, and respectful care, women can birth in their own strength. I offer grounded, nurturing guidance before, during, and after birth—creating a safe space for you to explore your choices, feel heard, and be held.

At the heart of my work is a strong commitment to advocating for women’s rights in birth—including your right to informed consent, bodily autonomy, respectful care, and freedom of choice. I will walk beside you to help you feel confident, safe, and truly supported.

I have been a doula / birth keeper since 1993.

My Doula Support Includes

🌸 Before Birth

• At least four prenatal visits to get to know you and your partner, build trust, and prepare together
• Gentle exploration of birth physiology, breathing and relaxation techniques (including Buteyko and The Pink Kit), and comfort measures
• Nutrition and well support, drawing from my training as a Certified GAPS Practitioner
• Birth planning and navigating your rights in maternity care
• Emotional support and debriefing (for both first-time parents and those processing previous births)
• Advocacy and education to help you stand in your power and make fully informed choices

🌸 During Labour

• 24/7 on-call availability from two weeks before to two weeks after your due date
• Loving, continuous presence throughout your labour—at home, in hospital, birth centre, or even outdoors
• Dads need support too, and I am there to make sure they feel confident and cared for—empowered to be as involved as they need to be, or as mum needs them to be
• I stay with you after the birth as long as needed to ensure you’re settled, supported, and gently transitioning into parenthood
• For those choosing or needing a caesarean, I offer support before, during, and after the birth, including theatre presence if appropriate

🌸 Postpartum Support

• Two follow-up visits to debrief your birth experience, assist with baby care, and offer a listening ear
• Home-cooked, nourishing meals delivered to support your postpartum recovery
• Light housework and practical help so you can rest and bond with your baby
• Ongoing support via phone and email for eight weeks after birth
• Breastfeeding guidance as a trained La Leche League Leader
• Homeopathic care tailored to your needs—before, during, and after labour
• Placenta Remedies, including encapsulation and custom-made homeopathic remedies from placenta, vernix, cord, or breast milk
• Homeopathic Labour Standby Service—available to support you with homeopathy during labour, as needed

Training & Inspiration

My practice is informed by both traditional wisdom and modern birth science. I regularly attend trainings and workshops, including:

• Spinning Babies with Gail Tully
• Biomechanics for Birth with Molly O’Brien
• Hypnobirthing and “Memories of Birth”
• When Push Comes to Shove (WPCTS) –
• The Pink Kit – Birthing Better
• Buteyko Breathing 
• Teachings from Mary Cronk, Ina May Gaskin, Binnie Dansby, the women I have worked with and other wise women of birth

Doula Mentor with Doula UK

I also mentor new doulas on their own heart-led journeys through Doula UK.

Let’s talk about the birth you’re dreaming of—and your right to experience it with love, dignity, and full support.
📞 01243 868440
🌐 www.doulafilm.com