Birth Doula Services 

If you are looking for a doula that not only supports you through pregnancy & birth, but also as you become a parent - you’ve come to the right place. 
 

As your doula, I bring compassion, knowledge and experience to help you achieve a confident & positive birth experience.  My aim is to create a calm & positive environment, to allow you to simply focus on your birth. I will be by your side making sure you feel safe, comfortable & have all you need, as well as supporting your partner and liaising with your midwife.  

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So you feel totally ready for birth, my antenatal support includes hynpnobirthing techniques, such as breath work, mindfulness & birth hypnosis, as well as how to use massage and aromatherapy to make your labour more comfortable. We also cover how to navigate the system & your rights,  whilst being on hand for any questions that come up in your pregnancy. Although I do not offer  medical advice, I do provide information on birth physiology, interventions & pain relief, so that if decisions need to be made, you have the knowledge to make the right choice for you & your baby.​ 

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My birth doula service includes being present at your birth whether that is at home or in a hospital setting. I am experienced all types of birth, including more complex pregnancies.

 

Not only will I be with you for the birth, I will also stay with you until you feel settled with your baby. In this time, I can provide feeding advice, help you shower or be there for any newborn questions you may have. ​if you would like postnatal support this can be arranged as part of your birth package or on an ad hoc basis. 

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I totally understand that choosing a doula is a big decision (& investment) however evidence shows that by having a doula present it may:​

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Reduce the risk of Caesarean birth

Reduce the risk of instrumental birth

Reduce the need for pain relief during birth

Reduce the rate of induction of labour

Shorten labour

Increase the likelihood of initiating breastfeeding

Source: Doula UK​​

 

How does it work?

 

To understand what support you may need and if I am a good fit for you, we will arrange a free informal chat either over zoom or in person. Then if you wish to progress, we can discuss the package that is right for you & agree a suitable payment plan. 

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An important part of being your doula, is getting to know you and your family. To do this, I include a minimum of 3 hours of antenatal care in my doula package. Depending on when you book me, will dictate when we will hold these sessions, but typically we would meet soon after booking, through your pregnancy and then 2 weeks before your due date. These sessions normally would include birth preparation, birth planning and importantly time for us to connect. If this is your first baby, I would encourage including one my antenatal add-ons below.

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I cover the areas of Northampton, Milton Keynes, Daventry, Towcester, Brackley & Buckingham however if you are a little further afield please do get in touch.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​