“If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it”

Dr John Kennel, 1998.

what is a doula?

"Doulas are non-medical professionals trained to provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a woman and her partner before, during and after childbirth. This can apply to a woman planning a physiological birth, home birth, hospital birth or a planned caesarean. Doulas do not provide any type of medical care; however, they do provide evidence-based information and research to help their clients gain a better understanding of medical procedures and encourage the couple to ask all the right questions to ensure they are making the right choices for their birth." - Vicki Hobbs, Doula Training Academy

A doula is NOT the following:

A doula is not a medical professional. It is not in our scope of practice to provide medical advice or perform medical treatment such as routine observations, examinations, or baby monitoring. We are not a replacement for a midwife or obstetrician and cannot make decisions for you.

Birth Preparation

  • Currently on Maternity Leave

    Although I am not taking on clients, please send me an email, or message through social media should you need support. I am always happy and welcoming of providing assistance where I can and can put you in contact with another amazing doula here in the Great Southern.

  • Dou-La-La!

    The ultimate birth preparation package.

  • Deluxe Care

    In depth birth preparation package.

  • Essential Care

    A guide to your own birth preparation.

Optional Extras

  • Sometimes these appointments can be overwhelming, especially towards the end of pregnancy. If you need support so you can advocate for yourself, to remember important details or to debrief post appointment, I can be there with you.

  • This can be tailored to your individual needs. Some women and their families require one session, usually a few hours long to discuss their birth freely, others need a few sessions sometimes over months.

    I will always recommend as the gold standard, to see Fiona Rogerson for Birth Debriefing as she is a trained birth trauma counsellor.

  • These are available to current clients who wish for me to provide additional birth preparation support. This could be assistance with writing birth plans, discussing options, or further childbirth education.

  • Available to hire:

    • Birth Sling

    • Rebozo

    • Birth Combs

    • Tens Machine