The Nurturing Doula

03/09/2025

Motherhood was never meant to be done alone. Children grew up within a community, grandparents, aunts, uncles, neighbours, friends all played a part in the upbringing of a child.

Societal views played a part in how children were brought up, differing demands, cultural ideals, along with other aspects changed the landscape of motherhood and their village.

The village is still, as ever, important now as it was then. Motherhood was never meant to be done alone. It takes a village to raise a child.

02/09/2025

Simple joy in motherhood

The little moments matter most in motherhood (that’s a tongue twister!)

What’s been your tiny joy today? Maybe there was interrupted time to savour a cup of tea or be in the garden, or a joke that was shared, or there was something very cute that happened. The point being that it can be anything, anything that gave you a bit of joy. Once you find one, there’ll be a whole host of more.

01/09/2025

September has a different pace. The shift can feel tender, full of changes for everyone. mums. Here’s to finding a rhythm that feels kind, not rushed.

26/08/2025

On Women’s Equality Day, a reminder that mums deserve more than praise, they deserve support, respect and a village that helps them thrive

25/08/2025

Storms make trees take deeper roots.

Challenges can strengthen us, the resilience and growth that it requires. Digging deeper and overcome setbacks, hard times or adversity. Knowing that it will end at some point.

What has helped you in motherhood when things have been tough?

24/08/2025

Here are 3 simple, practical tips for overwhelmed mums:

1. The 10 Minute Reset
When everything feels too much, step away (even if it’s to the bathroom or garden) and give yourself 10 minutes. Deep breaths, stretch, drink water or simply sit in silence. Short resets help you come back calmer and more grounded. Ensuring any child is safe, you could give them an activity to do, a scavenger hunt maybe and baby could be in a sling.

2. One Thing at a Time
Write down the top one thing that matters most today, one. Get that done first. Everything else becomes a bonus instead of a burden, which takes the pressure off.

3. Micro-Moments of Joy
Notice tiny things that lift you, tea in your favourite mug, a song you love, cuddles with your child. These micro moments recharge you without needing extra time or effort.

23/08/2025

22/08/2025

Sometimes slowing down is the fastest way to move forward. Take what you need, whether that’s a walk in nature, some time outside, listening to music or taking a hot cup of tea.

21/08/2025

Imagine this possibility, how better it would be for mothers, for the child as well? Sounds good doesn’t it?

21/08/2025

Imagine this possibility, how better it would be for mothers, for the child as well? Sounds good, doesn’t it?

20/08/2025

Here’s a simple grounding practice busy that can be done in under 2 minutes:

The 5-4-3-2-1 Reset
1. Take a slow breath in and out.
2. Notice 5 things you can see (toys on the floor, a mug, sunlight through the window).
3. Notice 4 things you can touch (your clothing, the chair, the ground beneath your feet, your hair).
4. Notice 3 things you can hear (birds, kids playing, fridge humming).
5. Notice 2 things you can smell (soap, dinner cooking, coffee).
6. Notice 1 thing you can taste (your last sip of tea, gum, or just the taste in your mouth).

Finish with one more slow, deep breath.
It calms the nervous system, brings you back to the present, and only takes moments, even with little ones around.

19/08/2025

World Humanitarian Day

The importance of kindness and a caring communities for the mother, at any stage in their motherhood journey