Natal Nurturing - Doula Services

13/01/2026

NEW LOCATION UPDATE!

Doula Café is a relaxed, friendly meet-up run by local members of Cambridgeshire Doulas.

Whether you are pregnant or navigating life with a newborn (or multiples), or you are a doula or birth worker yourself, why not come and join us for a cuppa and a chat, in a relaxed space.

There’s no agenda, no pressure, just time to connect, share, ask questions if you want to, and be in good company.

We are meeting at the Piccolo Lounge, Ely, on Saturday 24th January, 10.30am-12pm – no booking needed, just pop in, grab a drink or brunch if you fancy it, and a warm welcome!

03/01/2026

Now taking bookings for 2026! I would love to hear from you if you are considering having a birth doula (in-person and virtual options available).

Do you want to feel fully supported during your pregnancy, birth and postnatal recovery?

Having a doula can significantly enhance the childbirth experience by providing continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to the birthing person and their family.

Unlike medical professionals, doulas do not perform clinical tasks; instead, they focus on offering comfort measures like massage, breathing techniques, and positioning suggestions to ease labour. They also serve as advocates, helping to ensure that the birthing person’s preferences and needs are communicated and respected within the medical setting.

Research has shown that the presence of doula can lead to a shorter labour, fewer interventions such as caesarean sections, and a more positive overall childbirth experience.

Moreover, the support doesn’t end with childbirth; we offer postnatal services to assist with the transition into parenthood, providing guidance on infant care and emotional support during this transformative time.

DM me, or email natalnurturing@outlook.com to explore whether I might be the right doula for you.

03/01/2026

What a year 2025 has been for Antenatal Academy ✨

This year, we’ve continued to grow; supporting, educating and empowering more parents and parents-to-be than ever before.

One statistic we’re especially proud of:
At our local maternity units, around 23–27% of births result in an unplanned caesarean.
For parents who attend Antenatal Academy, that figure drops dramatically… to just 7%.

That isn’t luck. It’s knowledge, preparation and support.

Our courses are designed to help parents stay in control of their birth experience, make informed, evidence-based decisions, and significantly reduce the likelihood of unnecessary medical interventions.

Alongside this, we’ve continued to nurture the heart of what we do: community.

Our monthly free Bumps & Babies meet-ups at in Bury St Edmunds have been the busiest ever in 2025.. a reminder that support doesn’t stop at birth, and that our community of parents and parents-to-be is everything to us.

To everyone who has trusted us with their pregnancy journey, joined our courses, attended our groups, or supported us along the way.. a hyge thank you. It means more than you know, as we just love what we do!

As we look ahead to 2026, our message is simple:
💙 Don’t leave your birth to chance.
💙 Prepare, feel confident, and take charge of your experience.

Happy New Year 🎉

Here’s to another year of informed parents, supported births, and strong communities 👶💪

Debbie and Helen
Antenatal Academy

30/11/2025

Join us for a free 1-hour Antenatal Academy Taster Session designed for pregnant couples.

This relaxed and informative birth and baby class gives you a chance to meet your course facilitators - Debbie Willis and Helen Fortes - and experience a sample of what our full antenatal course has to offer.

You’ll get a feel for our teaching style, the topics we cover, and how we support you both to feel confident, informed, and prepared for birth. Perfect if you're considering joining us but want to explore first before committing.

📅 Monday 12th January at 19 30
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👉🏼 Simply click on the link and book in!
https://JoyConnection.as.me/Antenatalacademytastersession

24/11/2025

☕ Doula Café ☕

Come and meet your local doulas at our next Doula Café event on Tuesday 25th November.

Find us at Brampton between 11.30am and 1pm.

Whether you're expecting your first baby, navigating life with a newborn, or just fancy a cuppa and a chat in a relaxed space — you're so welcome.

There's no agenda, no pressure... just time to connect, share, ask questions if you want to, and be in good company.

We'd love to see you there!

01/11/2025

Feel so lucky to be a full-time doula and antenatal educator.

Walking through the highlights of my week:

💜 Doula Café with for Cambs Doulas in Brampton.
❤️Supporting families to thrive with new and growing babies (including making a fab soup)
💜 Meeting to discuss a collaboration between and - watch this space!
❤️Video calls with really lovely potential birth and postnatal clients
💜 Filling my doula cup with a Connection and Consolidation day with - surrounded by like-minded wonderful humans!

If you are looking for someone who is passionate about birth and making the postnatal journey more enjoyable…I’m totally here for it!

15/09/2025

Why do people book doulas?

15/09/2025

29/08/2025

A beautiful summary of what a doula can do for you. Thank you Kicki Hansard for getting across the beauty of having a birth and postnatal doula by your side throughout pregnancy, birth and into parenthood ❤️

28/07/2025