What is a doula?

We book in a obligation free chat. Having someone at your birth is super personal… so we see if i’m a good match for you. I want you to have the best birth experience and feel comfortable with me on your support team. So feel free to interview me, ask me anything and let’s see if i’m the right fit for you and your family.

Bump, Birth & Baby: I come to you & dad and now it’s my turn to ask you what you want for your birth. We cover, what you envision & any concerns you have. I explain basic procedures and what to expect. We create a birth plan together and equip you with any additional information you need to feel in control and empowered for this special event.

Caesarean Birth & Baby: If you have chosen this package, our first point of call will be to meet & get to know one another & also what to expect in your pregnancy & birth.I come to you while we start working on your birth plan & understanding how we can make the birth of your child a unique & wonderful experience.

Bump, Birth & Baby: In your third trimester we meet again with your partner and cover any updates to your birth plan while we discover the role of your partner and how they can support you. You’ll learn what you can expect from me and  I’ll identify any special requests you have. We also practice pain relief strategies and visualisation techniques. Really it’s about what you & dad really need on the day. If you go over your due date, we often meet again to discuss and revisit your plans & thoughts.

Caesarean Birth & Baby: If you have chosen this package, we will organise your private “Positive Caesarean” Course, outsourced from a Hynopbirthing educator. They will come to you & cover practises, birth preferences, ‘Gentle’ Caesarean, Bonding & Breastfeeding as well as recovery. Plus so much more…

Today is the day we have been waiting for! In the prep stage you will know when to call me & what to expect so once I have got the call I will be there to support you through this beautiful birthing process. Guiding, directing and supporting you with any decisions or changes that need to be made last minute. I simply offer you educated choices at each stage so you have the information to choose the birth that suits you. It’s a delicate balance of knowing when to encourage & when to help you with alternatives. But whatever you decide, I’m there with you… your not alone.

Caesarean Birth & Baby: With an elective caesarean birth we know the date of your birth ahead of time. I meet you at the hospital & we go through all the preparation stages together. If I can be with you during the procedure (hospital policy & your preference) then I will be, either taking photos or talking you through each step. Otherwise, I am waiting with anyone else (family), answering any questions they may have, with your permission of course. I make sure your suite in the maternity ward is ready for you & we begin bonding & feeding baby. I stay with you as long as you need my help & support.

I follow up with you after the birth and cathartically debrief about the day. We celebrate the wins and download the emotions together. I find out what you need and what support you require moving forward. Need a break, a sleep, a meal? I’m here to care for you, so you can care for baby.

Throughout your pregnancy and beyond, I’m your birthing buddy, so if you need a phone call, questions answered, a book to borrow, birthing equipment I am available to support you in any way I can. Think of my like your birthing personal trainer!