covering North, East and Central London
The benefits of hiring a doula are well researched, with the NHS piloting doula support in the maternal care pathway for those who need it.
Bohren et al. Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 201
Each pregnancy and birth is unique. I’ve listed some of my popular services below, but if you’d like to explore a custom option, contact me.
The Birth Package
From pregnancy to the fourth trimester, I’ll be there to support you through the unforgettable moments.
Virtual options are available on request.
Pay it forward
I run a scheme where if you pay an enhanced fee for your birth package, the extra fee will be put in a pot and given to those who need doula support but cannot afford it.
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You will get unlimited access to WhatsApp support and emails throughout your final weeks of pregnancy and up to 6 weeks postpartum during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm) unless urgent.
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I will visit you at home or a preferred meeting location to discuss your birth plan and preferences, liasing with Healthcare Professionals and provide any resources you may need.
Sessions are usually 2-3 hours long.
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You will receive access to my resource library with guidance on labour, birth and postpartum, and navigating maternal pathways with ease.
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We will agree when I go on-call for you, which means I am available to text, call and email 24/7 when you need me for your birth. Usually I will go on-call from weeks 38-42.
I will be there at your birth to support you and your partner, as well as advocate for you where needed. We will discuss your personalised requirements during our in-person visits.
I will attend your birth from established labour through to delivery and up to 3 hours post-delivery, once you no longer need me.
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I will visit you at home or a preferred meeting location to debrief your birth experience, help you to establish breastfeeding, and provide any other kind of support you require. This can include light household tasks, childcare of your new baby and any other children. Your preferences will be discussed and adapted as your needs change.
Sessions are 2-3 hours long. If you require continued support, this can be arranged as per the Postnatal packages set out below.
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I will provide a postnatal care package for you to fully immerse yourself in the new motherhood journey. This can include resources at your request.
Postnatal
All the support you need from birth up to 12 weeks and beyond.
Please note, a minimum of 12 hours must be booked. Each session is a minimum of 3 hours.
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Postnatal support can include a range of things. The key is ensuring you are well looked-after as you adapt to parenthood.
This can include debriefing birth experiences, establishing breastfeeding, light household tasks, childcare of your new baby and any other children.
I love to cook and enjoy bringing delicious treats for you and your family as you settle into parenthood. Nourishing families with food is my favourite way to show care, I will ensure your freezer is packed and you don’t need to think about food postpartum.
I provide infant care such as bottle-feeding (expressed or formula), winding, nappy changes, entertainment and settling to sleep whilst you catch up on sleep, showering, exercise - whatever you require!
Your preferences will be discussed and adapted as your needs change.
Sessions are 3-8 hours long depending on what is agreed. If you require continued support, this can be arranged.
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If and when you are ready to start incorporating movement back into your routine, I can offer postnatal Pilates sessions to help you strengthen your pelvic floor, work on mild diastasis recti, and empower you feeling stronger in your postnatal recovery.
Usually postnatal pilates sessions run from 6 weeks postpartum (or whenever you get signed-off from a GP) until 12 weeks postpartum, and then you’ll gradually move into regular classes or continue 1:1 sessions.
Loss
Virtual or in-person support following pregnancy loss, including pregnancy after loss.
I offer doula support through miscarriage and pregnancy loss: practical care, emotional presence, and advocacy. I'm not a counsellor, but I've been there myself, and I know how to help you find the right support.
Please note, the sessions offered below are not grief counselling or therapy. Doula support is a non-clinical role. I can signpost to relevant services if required.
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We will arrange two calls to debrief your loss, understand how to support you through this time and use tools to help move forward in this journey.
You are also welcome to contact me for support at the time of miscarriage rather than afterwards.
Virtual sessions are usually 1 hour.
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I will visit you at home or a preferred meeting location to debrief, provide support and help you navigate the path forward.
In-person sessions are usually 2-3 hours.
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You will get unlimited access to WhatsApp support and emails to debrief and navigate the path forward for a total of 4 weeks, during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm).
Continued support
I'll be there to support you through this most precious journey, long past birth.
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I can extend existing postnatal sessions at my hourly rate when agreed and as per my schedule.
Block bookings are required for new clients (minimum 3 visits/12 hours).