It's not just the baby who's born after birth; the mother is too.

I will provide a supportive, nurturing environment to help you explore your mothering instincts and become the mum you'd like to be.  You will be wondering when you will get any rest once you have a baby. It will be challenging and it will be difficult, but it will also be a new and wonderful time for you and your family. A time of new beginnings, amazing joy and discovery. 

Client Testimonial:

Sharon was a lifeline during a trying time. I found the early weeks of motherhood overwhelming and found myself searching for a doula in the wee hours of the morning. Somehow I stumbled across Sharon and she helped me build confidence as a new mum. It was so nice to have someone who wasn’t a family member or peer, someone with regular experience with babies. After our time together I felt ready to do more solo experiences through Sharon’s reassurance and guidance. I would recommend Sharon to anyone wanting support using the doula route. She was incredible.

Postnatal Doula

While my role as a postnatal doula is to 'mother the mother' and provide whatever support, she needs so she can rest and enjoy her new baby, my support extends to the entire family - partners, older children and grandparents. The arrival of a new baby is equally life-changing for partners and I am there to support them as they adjust to life with their new baby. 

Services depend on the family's needs, but might include: 

• Help and support with feeding, bath time, nappy changes, calming and soothing.

• Looking after older children while you spent time with your baby.

• Looking after your baby while you have a nap, a soak in the bath, spend time with your older children or take some uninterrupted “be kind to yourself” time.

• Light housework, cooking simple meals, shopping, errands or any other chores to help make your day run more smoothly.

• Signposting local groups and service you may benefit from

• Accompanying you to appointments (on request) or even just to help you find the confidence for all those firsts – visit to the shops, going for coffee, having guests over.

• A friendly, non-judgemental ear to help you navigate those early weeks.

Packages are usually bought in blocks, for a minimum of three hours at a time. My standard rate is £30 per hour, depending on your requirements.