Krista McCrimmon-Birth and Postnatal Doula

Krista McCrimmon-Birth and Postnatal Doula A Doula offers continuous, professional support and education to couples during pregnancy, childbirth Lets make it a Joyful, rewarding and memorable experience.

Having a baby is such a wonderful and exciting time and I am passionate in supporting expectant mothers. Inspiring you to be confident and trust in your ability to birth your baby your way.Providing you with evidence based information to guide you to make informed and educated decisions that will enable you to make the right choices for you and your baby.,supporting you and your partner through pregnancy, your birth and beyond . Meeting your baby for the first time is a once in life time moment,a day you will never forget .It is an honour and a priveilage to share in this journey with you . The proven benefits of using a Doula:

50% reduction in cesarean rate
25% shorter labor
60% reduction in epidural requests
30% reduction in pain medication use
40% reduction in forceps delivery
40% reduction in oxytocin (pitocin) use

We will be able to catch up regularly prior to your expected birth date. During these visits I can answer any questions or concerns you may have. We will discuss birth options and pain relief strategies. I can also assist you in developing a birth plan or wish list. My role as your Doula:

• Uses comfort measures: breathing, relaxation, visualisation, movement, aromatherapy and Rebozo techniques for pain relief.

• Gives unbiased information. Helping parents become informed about various birth choices.

• Allows the woman’s partner to participate at his/her comfort level.

• Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labour.

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28/09/2025

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You’ve probably heard it a hundred times.⁠
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“They just need to learn how to connect sleep cycles.”⁠
“If they can’t do it now, they’ll never sleep well.”⁠
“It’s a life skill, just like walking or talking.”⁠
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But here’s the thing... it’s not.⁠
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But if you’re ready for better sleep without sleep training—drop FAIRIES and I’ll send you my free guide to help you get started.

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28/09/2025

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Feeding your baby solids for the first time can feel so overwhelming, we get it, we’ve been there 🥵

So we asked you guys your most pressing starting solids questions and we’ve answered the 10 most-asked questions here.

We decided to post it to the grid so you can save the answers for when you need a little reassurance. Otherwise share it with a friend who’s about to start their solids journey and is wondering WTF 😅

More questions? Ask away below xx

with .repost・・・THIS OCTOBERIn honour of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we invite you to join us for a spe...
27/09/2025

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THIS OCTOBER
In honour of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we invite you to join us for a special Morning Tea Fundraiser supporting Still Aware, held in memory of the six babies born still every day in Australia.

Launceston Birth Centre – Morning Tea for Still Aware

📍 Venue: Tailrace Centre / Kids Paradise
1 Waterfront Drive, Riverside TAS
(Access via lower car park)

🗓 Date: Friday 17th October
⏰ Time: 10am – 12pm

💜 Cost: $10 donation to Still Aware (please use the QR code attached)
☕ Morning tea provided. Real coffee and more available to purchase from Jude’s Café.

👧🧒 For the kids: Indoor playground access for everyone.

📲 RSVP: Text Josephine (0431 649 564) by Tuesday 14th October for catering purposes.

Link in bio to donate

with .repost・・・Many of us assume clinical guidelines are the gold standard, ensuring safety and effective care. But a...
26/09/2025

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Many of us assume clinical guidelines are the gold standard, ensuring safety and effective care.

But a recent study by Soylu et al (2025) has reconfirmed something that I first highlighted in 2014.

Just as Prusover et al (2014) found more than a decade ago, a staggering 43% of RCOG obstetric guidelines rely only on expert opinion, with only 9% based on high-quality (Grade A) evidence.

This isn’t just an academic detail.

It deeply impacts how care is delivered, restricting choice, fostering a ‘tick-box’ approach, and often failing to account for individual variation in women’s experiences.

I’ve just written about this new study in my September Birth Information Update. If you’re on my my email list, it should be in your inbox now.

I’ve also published a new blog post looking at these findings and some of the wider issues around guidelines and how they affect us all.

Read the full post at https://www.sarawickham.com/research-updates/guidelines/

with .repost・・・It’s 3 AM and your 8-month-old is awake again.Everyone keeps asking “Are they sleeping through the nig...
16/09/2025

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It’s 3 AM and your 8-month-old is awake again.

Everyone keeps asking “Are they sleeping through the night yet?” with that expectant look that makes you feel like you’re failing at something basic.

Your mother-in-law suggests sleep training.

Your paediatrician mentions cry-it-out.

Friends share success stories about babies who “learned” to sleep in just three nights.

But something in your gut says this doesn’t feel right.

When your baby cries, every instinct tells you to respond, not ignore.

The idea of letting them “self-soothe” feels like abandoning them when they need you most.

Here’s what I wish every exhausted parent knew: Your instincts are absolutely right.

The pressure to have a baby who “sleeps through the night” is a modern invention that goes against everything we know about normal infant development.

For millions of years, human babies slept close to their caregivers because separation meant danger. Your baby’s frequent waking isn’t a problem to fix, it’s biology working exactly as designed.

Professor Helen Ball has spent decades researching infant sleep and will be sharing the truth about what’s actually normal (spoiler: it’s not 12 hours straight).

Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is revealing what responsive nighttime parenting does for your baby’s developing brain, and it’s incredible.

This is all about understanding your baby’s biology so you can make informed decisions that align with your values, not just cultural expectations.

Some babies have higher sleep needs than others. Some need more support. Both are normal, and neither reflects your parenting ability.

The Raised Good Online Summit (Sept 18-22) is for parents who want to understand what’s developmentally appropriate rather than what’s culturally expected.

26 experts are sharing research that will make you feel confident in responding to your baby’s needs, whether that’s at 3 PM or 3 AM.

➡️ Comment SUMMIT for your FREE ticket

P.S. Your baby isn’t broken. Your instincts aren’t wrong. You’re not failing. You’re just parenting a human baby exactly as nature intended.

P.P.S Comment SUMMIT 🎟️

A year ago, I had the absolute privilege of being by Dani’s side, alongside her husband Dalton, as she welcomed her seco...
16/09/2025

A year ago, I had the absolute privilege of being by Dani’s side, alongside her husband Dalton, as she welcomed her second baby, Kennedy, into the world in another incredible water birth. To have been her doula for both of her beautiful births is something I’ll always treasure.

Dani poured so much into preparing herself — learning deeply about physiological labour, exploring her choices, and finding her own path beyond the medical lens she knew so well as a nurse. Watching her lean into that knowledge and trust in her body was truly inspiring.

Now, just over a year on from Kennedy’s arrival, their little family feels so complete with Dawson as a proud big brother. And in this time, Dani herself has stepped fully into her calling. She has trained and become a doula, bringing her warmth, wisdom, and kindness to other women as they prepare to birth their babies.

She is one of the most genuine, compassionate women I know, and any woman would be so lucky to have her standing beside them through pregnancy and birth. 🌸

✨ If you’re looking for a doula, I couldn’t recommend Dani more highly. You can find her at Serenity Birth [link]in the comments 💫

One of my gorgeous past clients, Samara, is about to launch her very own business as a postpartum doula in just two week...
12/09/2025

One of my gorgeous past clients, Samara, is about to launch her very own business as a postpartum doula in just two weeks’ time. I feel so excited and proud watching her step into this beautiful work. Having journeyed with her through her own motherhood, I know the care, heart and wisdom she will bring to the families she supports.

What a gift she will be for new mums and their little ones. 💛

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✨ It’s official ✨
After months of dreaming, cooking, and preparing… Nourish Her is launching in just 2 weeks!

I can’t wait to begin supporting new mothers with Ayurvedic-inspired meals and gentle postpartum care. 🧡

My waitlist mamas will have priority booking and as a thank you for your patience, you’ll also receive 15% off your first booking!!

If you’ve been waiting for this moment, now’s the time ~ bookings open soon!

DM me or join the waitlist (link in bio) to be the first to know when orders open!🧡

The uterus is a muscle with power, wisdom, and purpose like no other.The strongest muscle you’ll never flex at the gym –...
11/09/2025

The uterus is a muscle with power, wisdom, and purpose like no other.
The strongest muscle you’ll never flex at the gym – yet it changes lives.💫♥️

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I honestly didn’t know half of these facts before becoming a mom. We go through pregnancy, birth, postpartum—and yet no one tells us just how powerful the uterus really is.

Reading these blew my mind because it made me realize… our bodies were never just “made for babies.”

They were made to be strong, adaptable, resilient, and endlessly working behind the scenes.

It’s wild to think about all the things our uterus does daily without us even noticing.

No wonder motherhood changes the way we see ourselves—we’re carrying proof of power inside us every single day.

Which of these facts surprised you the most?

Share with me in the comments.

Follow for more raw and real motherhood moments.





Something worth thinking about during pregnancy is whether you’d prefer to have a first or second degree tear stitched —...
11/09/2025

Something worth thinking about during pregnancy is whether you’d prefer to have a first or second degree tear stitched — or to allow it to heal naturally.

The evidence doesn’t strongly support stitching for all first or second degree tears, so it’s important to look into it for yourself and consider what feels right for you. Having this knowledge ahead of time can give you confidence going into birth, knowing you have a say in what happens.

And remember, whatever you decide beforehand, you can always change your mind on the day. This is your body, your birth, and your choice 🥰

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As I keep working through the writings of Michel Odent, there are little gems scattered everywhere. This one reminds me of what I spoke about on ep. 127 of podcast.

In that episode I speak about how I rarely stitch first or second degree perineal tears and give a clinical assessment tool to help work out which tears will heal well without stitches and which might need repair:

1. All 3rd and 4th degree tears should be repaired
2. No 1st degree tears NEED stitching and most 2nd degree don’t need stitching
3. If the wound is not bleeding and sits together well with good symmetry, it’s ok to leave to heal
4. Approximation of the wound is important so limiting activity and keeping your legs together will aide effective healing

Get the full story podcast ep.127 - do I need stitches if I tear at birth

Sorry , But NOT Sorry 💫💫💫 with .repost・・・We do love all of these things 🙃 Tell us what you agree with us on in the...
11/09/2025

Sorry , But NOT Sorry 💫💫💫

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We do love all of these things 🙃 Tell us what you agree with us on in the comments!

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Having a baby is such a wonderful and exciting time, and I am passionate in supporting birthing women and their families,providing physical,emotional and educational support. Encouraging you to feel confident and trust in your ability to birth your baby your way. Helping you to make informed decisions,that will enable you to make the right choices for you and your baby.Supporting you and your partner through your pregnancy, your birth and the early days as you transition into life with a new baby.

Meeting your baby for the first time is a once in a lifetime moment, a day you will never forget.It is an honour and a privilege to share in this journey with you . Lets make it a Joyful, rewarding and memorable experience. The proven benefits of using a Doula: 50% reduction in cesarean rate 25% shorter labour 60% reduction in epidural requests 30% reduction in pain medication use 40% reduction in forceps delivery 40% reduction in the use of induction by by use of artificial oxytocin We will be able to catch up regularly prior to your expected birth date. During these visits I can answer any questions or concerns you may have. We will discuss birth options and pain relief strategies. I can also assist you in developing a birth plan or wish list. My role as your Doula: • Uses comfort measures: breathing, relaxation, visualisation, movement, aromatherapy and Rebozo techniques for pain relief. • Gives unbiased information. Helping parents become informed about various birth choices. • Allows the woman’s partner to participate at his/her comfort level. • Understands the physiology of birth and the emotional needs of a woman in labour.