Doula Support in Cornwall

There’s a common idea that doula support begins with labour and ends once your baby is born. But that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Trust me, I’m a doula: your birth partner can make or break your birth experience; when they what to do, that’s when the magic happens…

My favourite type of birth? Not homebirth, waterbirth, induction or caesarean. It’s the one you’re excited for and proud of, which is why my antenatal classes look like this…

Being on-call is the most exciting part of being a birth doula, but the background work, anticipation and diary balance change the rhythm of my daily life. Here’s how…

Antenatal classes aren’t all made equal. Independent antenatal providers (like me!) have the power to make a real difference to your birth experience, despite lower Google rankings. Here’s why…

Postnatal bodies need to be strong: nutrient rich & delicious foods help. This ‘nearly perfect postnatal dhal’ ticks all the boxes and is my go to dish for postnatal clients.

Birth stories aren’t entertainment - they’re a vital part of humanity: our identities, our society & our biology. To not share them is to do a disservice to everyone - especially yourself.

Being booked in for a sweep around your due date is a common milestone in the UK. But what are they? Do they work? Why would you want one?

Birth stories that share the reality of birth are vital. Knowing what labour, birth & baby life really is can be transformational, when shared helpfully. Here’s how to do that.

Episiotomies, inductions, forceps and caesareans are a common and increasingly standard part of the modern birth experience. Can do anything to try to avoid them? Yes, and here’s how.