I believe that birth is a profound and ultimately natural process, one that we can best navigate by embracing it with flexibility and trust. My passion is to help mothers reclaim the power of birth. I'm dedicated to providing the information and reassurance families need to make informed choices, whatever they may be, so they feel empowered and confident in the decisions they make for themselves, their bodies, and their babies.
After the birth of my son, while navigating the rollercoaster of emotions and physical changes, my partner and I realized how invaluable the support of a doula would have been. Despite having carefully crafted a birth plan, I found myself going against it due to external pressures and a lack of readily available information. This experience reinforced the importance of having someone knowledgeable and supportive to advocate for your wishes and empower you to make informed decisions. This experience, coupled with a low rate of available doula care in Middlesbrough at the time, sparked a passion in me to fill that gap, ensuring other families have access to the support they deserve.
Birth is a profound and transformative right of passage, and I am honoured to support you and your family as you navigate this incredible journey. I offer separate birth and postnatal doula packages, with the option to combine both at a discounted rate. I understand that every family is unique, so I'm also happy to work with you to create a bespoke package that perfectly meets your individual needs and preferences.
Birth Doula Package: 3 x 3-hour antenatal visits (discuss birth history, hopes, wishes, etc.) Ongoing message support (from booking to 6 weeks postpartum) On-call from 38 weeks Attendance at your birth sling hire (45 days postpartum) 1 x 5-hour postnatal visit (emotional support, feeding guidance, information, light housework, cooking, mother and baby care, birth debrief – day 2-3 postpartum)
Postnatal Doula Package: 1x 3 hour antenatal visit (discuss feeding/sleeping hopes, wishes, and any concerns) Ongoing text support (from booking to 6 weeks postpartum) sling hire (45 days postpartum) Postpartum nutrition recipes 1 x 3-hour "nesting support" visit (2-4 weeks before due date) 4 x 3-hour postnatal sessions (emotional support, feeding guidance, information, light housework, cooking, mother and baby care, birth debrief – to be booked in 3 weeks postpartum)
I am a certified Conscious Birthing Doula and currently completing the final steps of my registration under the guidance of an experienced mentor. I've always been drawn to caring for others, whether it's family, friends, or children. I genuinely enjoy practical tasks like housework and cooking, and I am a natural listener, with a genuine interest in people's stories. These qualities, combined with my training in my trauma-informed Conscious Birthing training, have further enhanced my compassion and the support I offer families throughout their birthing journey.
I'd love to connect with you and discuss how I can support your unique birthing journey.
Please reach out to book a no-obligation 15-minute package chat and once you have the information you need you can book in for a 1 Hour co-interview where we can chat about your hopes and plans for your birth, and explore how I can best support you.
Contact me today – I look forward to hearing from you! - Leah”
