My involvement in maternity care and wellbeing is inspired by a belief in informed consent, informed choice and access to continuity-of carer. Choice of place of birth, choice in care pathways, choice in decision making and planning ongoing care throughout pregnancy and birth are all crucial. I … [Read more...]

You've read the books, taken the classes, practiced your breathing techniques and written your birth plan. Now it's time to think about what comes after your baby is born. Do you want to spend the early days and weeks of your new baby's life resting and falling in love with your new baby? Do you … [Read more...]

Hi, I’m Michele.  I am committed to supporting women through their pregnancy, birth and early parenthood journey, whatever route that might take: home or hospital, water birth or planned caesarean, without judgment or preconception. I hope to give women the tools they need to feel confident and … [Read more...]

Hello,  my name is Yulia.  I am wife, mother of two daughters,  Birth doula, Antenatal educator, Hypnobirthing teacher, Rebozo and Mandala Therapist, Mizan Therapist and  Infant Massage Instructor. I also offer breastfeeding  support and a variety of postnatal treatments. I'm warm smiley and caring … [Read more...]

Women thrive when they are able to express and embody their true nature. I love seeing women thrive and embrace motherhood when they feel empowered, well-informed and confident. I am absolutely passionate about supporting women in a way that will give them their own natural authority during … [Read more...]

Congratulations.  I believe that birth is a sacred and powerful rite of passage that can be positive and empowering. Having a doula ensures that you have continuity of care, access to accurate information, an experienced guide along this journey who can hold and protect the space for you. I … [Read more...]

Giving birth is one of the most memorable events in a woman’s life. Today, in our civilised world, giving birth is a process taken over by hospitals and specialists who have left women dis-empowered, and often full of fear and doubt. I believe this experience is much improved by making informed … [Read more...]

I am a 46 year old mum of two gorgeous boys aged 20 and 17. Both of my own births were natural, one with Pethadine and a Tens Machine, and my second with just a Tens Machine.With my second pregnancy I had placenta previa, so I have personal experience of a difficult pregnancy, but fortunately I was … [Read more...]