“For far too many, pregnancy and birth is still something that happens to them, rather than something they set out consciously and joyfully to do themselves”
- Sheila Kitzinger -
However, this can feel very challenging, to take responsibility for carving our own path as we prepare for birth.
My belief is that we were never meant to navigate pregnancy alone.
In the past, our ancestors would have been surrounded by a community of women at this time and most pregnant women would have witnessed birth multiple times before going into labour themselves. Love, wisdom & support was never far away. But the story is usually quite the opposite these days and many pregnant women feel overwhelmed, fearful & alone as they prepare for labour & birth.
I get it, this was me. Sometimes, I can’t even believe how much has changed and how far I have come since pregnant with my first baby in 2014!
Change and transformation was never meant to be easy.
Being pushed to my edges as I brought my babies into this world, to discover my inner strength and gifts, far outweighs any of the struggles I went through to reach these highs.
You are perfectly designed for birth, and so is your baby. There is so much you can learn about the birth process that will shift you from fear to excitement, but also, in the end,
There’s nothing you actually need to learn to birth
The knowing is innate, your body takes over (especially when we allow our mind to rest). And there is no one way to birth or one size fits all approach to prepare for birth! The key is to tune in to what your body and baby is telling you & follow your own unique path to bringing your baby into this world.
See me as your guide, confidant and friend.
Always in your corner, cheering you on and believing in you even if you doubt yourself. I’ve been blessed to be surrounded by incredibly wise, intuitive, loving doulas and midwives when I was pregnant and birthing my babies. Now it is my turn to hold this sacred space for others.
Doula Packages
Rebirth
No obligation, initial meeting (in person or via video/zoom)
On call for your birth from 38 weeks
Back up birth Doula
Unlimited support via phone/email throughout pregnancy & 6 weeks postpartum
Assistance creating your birth preferences / birth mapping
2 prenatal visits - where I will guide & support you as you make the decisions that you feel are best for you & your baby. These sessions can include learning all about the birth process, breathing/meditation, acupressure & massage techniques, planning for breastfeeding & postpartum, and energetic birth preparation. These visits are also a chance for us to grow our connection so you will feel comfortable sharing your sacred birth space with me
Birth Attendance
1 postpartum visit - where I will continue to guide & support you as you navigate life as new parents, plus a chance to debrief your birth
Full Bloom
No obligation, initial meeting (in person or via video/zoom)
On call for your birth from 38 weeks
Back up birth Doula
Unlimited support via phone/email during pregnancy & 6 weeks postpartum
Assistance creating your birth preferences / birth mapping
3 prenatal visits - where I will guide & support you as you make the decisions that you feel are best for you & your baby. These sessions can include learning all about the birth process, breathing/meditation, acupressure & massage techniques, planning for breastfeeding & postpartum, and energetic birth preparation. These visits are also a chance for us to grow our connection so you will feel comfortable sharing your sacred birth space with me
Optional TCM consultation & Acupuncture session at each prenatal visit (plus 25% off any additional birth preparation Acupuncture sessions in your 3rd trimester)
Birth Attendance
2 postpartum visits - where I will continue to guide & support you as you navigate life as new parents, plus a chance to debrief your birth
Postpartum recovery Chinese herbal tea
Package Bonuses
Included in both the Rebirth & Full Bloom packages
Complimentary Elle TENS+ machine hire
Discounted La Bassine Birth Pool Hire
Access to my personal library of birth & postpartum books, videos & documentaries
Rebozo and spinning babies/optimal maternal positioning techniques during pregnancy & labour
Reiki & Acupressure for pain relief & labour progress
Hypnobirthing guidance, prompts & fear release
Essential oils, homeopathic tinctures & herbal teas to assist you during labour & help your recovery
Doula Mini Sessions
Do you feel you’ve done a lot of birth preparation already but still have some doubts or fears to work through?
Is investing in a Doula a stretch right now but you know you could do with a confidence boost & help with your birth prep?
Is your partner feeling a little lost about his/her role in supporting you & would like some tips & encouragement?
My one-off “Mini Doula sessions” are designed with all of this in mind, and everyone in your birth team is welcome to join us!
In person visit (2-3 hours): $250
Phone/video call (60-90 mins): $99
I will tailor these sessions to your specific needs, which may include: a debrief of your previous birth, a review of hypnobirthing content, acupressure points for labour, optimal maternal positioning (OMP) stretches, assistance with your birth preferences, working through any fears that could be holding you back from fully embracing the birth you desire, and/or mindfulness, meditation & breathwork exercises.
“Thank you Sarah! I really don’t know where to start with the giant amount of love and gratitude we have for you. Your support helped me have a truly beautiful birth.”
— BELINDA
