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Birth (Recognised since June 2024)
Lives in: London SE20
Local info and availability:
Penge, Beckenham, Crystal Palace, South Norwood, Sydenham
Other services:
Postnatal meals
Aromatherapy for childbirth
How to contact Joanna:
Use the Contact form below or:
https://www.theplayfuldoula.com/
joannaolney@gmail.com
07919172329
About Me
I am guessing like me, you believe in the huge value of continuity of care, in finding the right person to bring emotional and practical support to help have a empowered birth experience – wherever and however you choose that to be. If you want some happy, positive energy in your team, maybe I can help.
I came to this work because I believe passionately in our ability to grow and birth our babies. No one knows you, your body and your baby better than you. But sometimes we need encouragement to believe that and the right support. Mothers deserve to be mothered too. We need a village, but in cities that means building our own.
I believe that no matter what kind of birth you have, what matters most is that you feel in control, that you feel loved and supported with calm, positive energy and able to make informed choices that are right for you and your baby.
I provide the emotional and physical support you need and deserve, during pregnancy, birth and beyond.
I do this work alongside a day job, and as such I only take on a handful of clients each year so that I can give them the attention and energy they deserve.