Many women find it difficult to find the courage to ask for and accept help- if you’re one of those people, thank you finding the courage to be here.
You don’t need to justify needing support. I’m here, for when having someone alongside you would help, and for a long as you need.
Our connection is important which is why I always like to meet the families I support for a quick introductory chat before committing to support, it’s important you feel able to trust me and are comfortable in my company. Already decided? Let’s chat
What’s going on right now?
Matrescence is a physical, psychological, and emotional transition a woman experiences when becoming a mother. It's a developmental passage that includes hormonal shifts, physical changes, and significant shifts in identity, relationships, and responsibilities. Much like adolescence, it’s a period of significant change and adaptation.
Modern day motherhood is hard
I became a doula after six years of navigating the relentless “phases” of motherhood; two children, two years apart, hard-working husband and without family support nearby. I recognise the magnificent challenge women face; managing exhaustion, overwhelm and trying to hold everything together whilst recovering from pregnancy and birth. Adapting to a new identity, an unfamiliar body and unbalanced hormones. Society’s expectations of mothers in the modern world is unrealistic and unsustainable.
You might know the support you need - more rest, more reassurance, more hands - but it can feel hard to ask. You might not even know what to ask for yet. That’s where I come in.
I’m not about telling you what you should be doing, trying to fix you or adding another thing to your to-do list.
I meet you where you are and make life feel lighter, calmer and more manageable - one practical step at a time.
As a postnatal doula my hope is to ease the transition of becoming a parent for you and your family. Ensuring you feel supported and confident during the early weeks and months after the baby's arrival. My support is both practical and emotional.
Offering…
Breastfeeding support
Reassurance
Baby care
Conversation & company
Appointment chaperone
Overnight Support
An opportunity to sleep, rest and recover
Hospital Support
A listening ear
Household help
Meal preparation
Information
Signposting to services
A hug
Guided entirely by you and how you want to parent your baby. I trust that you know your baby best and are responsible for making the choices that feel right to you.
A bit about me
I’ve been a mum for almost a decade, the biggest transformation of my life and huge learning curve. Half way through that journey in 2020 my husband was diagnosed with cancer. The experience helped me realise I want to spend my life doing work that truly matters, that I care about and makes a difference, so in 2022 I became The Reigate Doula. I love all things birth and babies and believe I discovered the work I was destined to do.
Ultimately I work hard for my children, to give them security and opportunities. I want to be a present and connected parent who is remembered by her children for always cheering them on at sports day, in the audience of school assemblies and there with a listening ear for bedtime worries.
However I also love to serve, to help and to support women postnatally; both practically and emotionally. I help as you navigate sleep deprivation, the daily overwhelm of managing a home and connect with your family. I provide a listening ear, give you shortcuts to finding information and quality local services. I’m good at noticing little things that need doing that make a difference to how you feel and prevent stress.
Essentially I want to welcome women to motherhood, whether for the 1st or 4th time and support them as they become a mummy who is grounded, content and connected, whilst ensuring biological expectations are met.
Have you found what you’re looking for?
Please use the link below to arrange a chat; our connection is important.
If you want to imagine how this support might look you can read an article I wrote here.
What I can bring to your postnatal experience
My continuous presence brings warmth, humour and calm reassurance to you and your family.
Knowledge and understanding of normal infant behaviour
Breastfeeding and bottle feeding support
Carrying the burden of your usual household errands
Protection of your space, advocacy, asking for time and space when being asked to make decisions.
The opportunity to sleep, heal and recover
Ensure you remain hydrated, nourished and rested.
Physical support
Emotional support
Informational support
Transport to appointments
Familiar company to share the experience with
Book a Chat
Thank you for visiting my website, I hope it’s a useful introduction to who I am and what I can offer to your pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience.
The best way to get value out of your doula is to ensure you have a connection. I can’t emphasise enough how essential this is and the best way to test it is to meet in person. I know that I won’t be the right doula for everyone, but if I don’t feel right for you I could suggest someone who might be.
Interested in meeting? Arrange a free, no obligation discovery chat below.