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Experienced doula putting YOU first. Feel powerfully prepared for bump, birth and beyond with 5 star, inclusive antenatal & Hypnobirthing classes. Hire me as your doula for the best birth and postnatal care.

🫣 r u d e I guess… calm, collected pushback comes across as ‘rudensss’ when you’re not used to being challenged.
08/04/2026

🫣 r u d e

I guess… calm, collected pushback comes across as ‘rudensss’ when you’re not used to being challenged.

🤫 i n f o r m e d When induction is recommended, we’re often presented with a black and white picture: induction is need...
07/04/2026

🤫 i n f o r m e d

When induction is recommended, we’re often presented with a black and white picture: induction is needed, and the risks of not going ahead are painted as dire. But the reality? There’s a lot more to the story.

Induction isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, and the risks aren’t as straightforward as they’re often made out to be. Yes, induction can be a good choice to consider in certain situations, but it’s also a big decision – one that should come after a deeper conversation about:

⚡️ The actual risks involved – not just the immediate but the long-term effects.
⚡️ The benefits of waiting, and the time needed for your body to do what it naturally does.
⚡️ The different types of induction and their individual impacts – it’s not just “one method” for everyone.
⚡️ The power of choice and understanding all your options, including the support you’ll need if you decide to decline or delay.

Before agreeing to something that could change the course of your pregnancy and birth, it’s vital to have in-depth conversations with your care team. Don’t just follow the recommendation – dig deeper, ask questions, and understand the full picture.

Induction should be a choice, not a rushed decision.

📲 Download the My Pocket Doula App® to explore your options, learn about induction, and feel confident making informed decisions about your birth.

🤷‍♀️S i m p l eSaying “no” should be simple.Except… for most women, it never has been.We grew up in a world that taught ...
06/04/2026

🤷‍♀️S i m p l e

Saying “no” should be simple.
Except… for most women, it never has been.

We grew up in a world that taught us to be agreeable, grateful, polite, palatable. To smooth the edges, soften the tone, and keep the peace. A world where having opinions made you “too much,” and having boundaries made you “difficult.”

So when you try to say no now – to a visitor, a medical recommendation, a family expectation, a workload, a way of parenting that grates against your instincts – it’s not just a moment.

It’s a lifetime of conditioning humming under your skin.

Your “no” bumps up against all those old stories about being likeable, respectable, good.

But here’s the quiet revolution:
You get to say no anyway.
Not because you’re hard or unkind, but because your voice matters.
Because your body, your baby, your time, your energy, your sanity are not communal property.

A “no” from a woman has always carried power.
That’s why the world made it feel dangerous.
But every time you use it, the ground shifts a little.
And the space for your real life – your real needs – gets wider.

💫 s t r a t e g y Decisions made from a calm place are powerful ones.Calm makes space for connection. Panic does not. Ca...
05/04/2026

💫 s t r a t e g y

Decisions made from a calm place are powerful ones.

Calm makes space for connection. Panic does not.

Calm makes space for consideration. Panic does not.

Calm slows the pace. Panic does not.

Calm isn’t just concentrating on your breathing and hoping for the best - calm is curated over hours of time spent together. It’s built in safe spaces. With questions. Late night reassurance and everything inbetween.

💫 2 0 2 6The best feeling when looking ahead to the rest of the year? The feeling of ✨p o s s i b i l i t y ✨I don’t yet...
05/04/2026

💫 2 0 2 6

The best feeling when looking ahead to the rest of the year? The feeling of ✨p o s s i b i l i t y ✨

I don’t yet know who the last few 2026 families I will come to support, but i have no doubt they’re incredible, powerful women looking for the best care they can.

Someone who sees and respects their power. Someone to walk alongside them. Someone to give them the type of care that leaves people feeling transformed for all the right reasons.

Will it be you? Let’s chat and find out ♥️

💫 V B A CIt sounds so simple but the power of belief can’t be understated!I share this post today as one of the most won...
04/04/2026

💫 V B A C

It sounds so simple but the power of belief can’t be understated!

I share this post today as one of the most wonderful birth stories appears on the pod today - Jordan’s incredible, powerful VBA2C

If you’d like to catch it, search for The Journey Ahead Podcast on any good podcast platform or even the link in my bio 💫

💫 V B A C It sounds so simple but the power of belief can’t be understated! I share this post today as one of the most w...
04/04/2026

💫 V B A C

It sounds so simple but the power of belief can’t be understated!

I share this post today as one of the most wonderful birth stories appears on the pod today - Jordan’s incredible, powerful V2BAC

If you’d like to catch it, search for The Journey Ahead Podcast on any good podcast platform or even the link in my bio 💫

⚡ E v o l u t i o nFear-mongering and disempowering narratives in the birth world are everywhere. From outdated policies...
03/04/2026

⚡ E v o l u t i o n

Fear-mongering and disempowering narratives in the birth world are everywhere. From outdated policies to the overwhelming “what ifs” shared online, it can feel impossible to approach birth with confidence. But here’s the good news: change is happening. 💪💖

I, alongside so many other incredible voices in the birth world, am working tirelessly to shift the tide. We’re here to:

🌟 Equip you with evidence-based information so you can make informed choices.
🌟 Empower you to reclaim control over your birth experience.
🌟 Help you navigate the system with confidence, knowing your rights every step of the way.

Birth is a deeply personal and transformative event—not something to fear or “get through.” You deserve to feel powerful, supported, and in charge of YOUR journey.

While fear-driven narratives still exist, remember this: there’s a growing community of birth workers dedicated to creating a culture of knowledge, respect, and empowerment. Together, we’re rewriting the story of birth. 💜

Ready to take control of your birth experience? Head to the link in my bio to book your doula interview ✨

🥨 f u e lKey role of birth partners? Designated snack b*tch.Don’t ever let anyone tell you that it’s a good idea not to ...
02/04/2026

🥨 f u e l

Key role of birth partners? Designated snack b*tch.

Don’t ever let anyone tell you that it’s a good idea not to eat in labour, especially not ‘just in case you have a section’ - because you’re *much* more likely to be heading that way if you’re running on empty.

Keeping your energy levels up with small bites of nutrient dense food and drink is a sure fire way to fuel your body for the marathon effort that is labour.

Here’s some of my ideas, but if you’ve had a baby before - what snacks and drinks kept you going? 👇

🥳 o v e r d u e Just ask my wonderful past family who had their baby at 44+3 😜With a roughly 80% chance that your pregna...
31/03/2026

🥳 o v e r d u e

Just ask my wonderful past family who had their baby at 44+3 😜

With a roughly 80% chance that your pregnancy will go ‘postdates’, it’s important to be well informed on a number of things:

✨How ‘due dates’ are calculated
✨The research on going ‘overdue’
✨The benefits and risks of intervention
✨The benefits and risks of waiting
✨The physiological basics of spontaneous birth
✨Hiw your placenta *actually* works

Many women find that even with knowledge, advocating at the later stages of pregnancy can feel heavy and like swimming up steam.

The social media world and lots of culture can also become an echo chamber of ‘it’s so dangerous’ from ill-informed people who are simply repeating what they’re either told to or have heard.

Being your cheerleader and support as you navigate what should be some of the most special weeks of your pregnancy is one of my job’s greatest joys 🙌🏼

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