Birth isn’t always as straightforward as we hoped for, or planned.
For some, it may bring up fear from a previous birth. For others, it may follow miscarriage, stillbirth, or medical trauma. And sometimes, anxiety just arrives, unannounced, even when everything is going to plan.
If this is you, I see you.
And yes, a doula can help you, for sure!
You Don't have to be Fearless to Birth Powerfully
There seems to be this unspoken pressure that pregnancy and birth are calm, quiet, brave, and confident. Really!? This is a season of huge transformation. And YES! it can be scary and exciting both at the same time.
There is great strength in choosing support. Choosing to be seen. Choosing to heal.
That’s where doulas come in.
Moving Forward After Birth Trauma, Anxiety, or Loss
Pregnancy and birth are more than just a physical journey. As your doula, I offer more than just physical support, I walk with you through the emotional landscape too.
Whether you’re holding grief, fear, or holding yourself back, I create space to explore these feelings too. In our prenatal sessions, we discuss gently and honestly what shaped your past experiences – the highs and the lows. We explore what YOU need to feel held and safe this time.
3-Step Rewind: Gentle Healing for Birth Trauma
If you’ve experienced birth trauma or loss, I offer a gentle, proven process to help you release that experience: the 3-Step Rewind. This is a nurturing, non-invasive, client-led technique that uses deep relaxation and guided memory work to help ease the emotional energy around your birth story.
This tool can help you:
- Feel calmer and more in control as you move into this pregnancy and upcoming birth.
- Sleep better, reduce panic or triggers.
- Reconnect with trust in your body, this baby, and the choices you make.
Throughout your labour, I’ll be there to hold you steady when things feel intense – with grounding techniques, a deep respect for your boundaries, and a full belief in you!
Rooted: A Childbirth Course for Healing After Trauma
If you’re recovering from a difficult birth and want to approach your next experience with deeper confidence, Rooted is a six-week, in-person antenatal journey tailored for couples seeking healing. Designed for couples, this trauma-informed course intertwines nervous system regulation, advocacy training, and emotional reconnection in a caring, small-group environment.
Rooted supports you to:
Anchor your emotions and feel emotionally steady as you prepare for birth.
Learn embodied practices:-breath, movement, grounding to soothe stress and stay present.
Develop respectful communication and speak up for your needs in the birth space.
Re-establish trust in your body, your baby, and your choices.
Rooted isn’t just education, it’s healing, understanding, empowerment, and community blooming together.
Birth Doula Support for Anxiety, Trauma or Loss
I would say over 90% of the clients I’ve had over the years, have sought me out because they don’t want a repeat of a previously difficult or traumatic birth. If you’ve experienced a difficult birth, pregnancy loss, or are carrying anxiety into this pregnancy, having a doula by your side can make all the difference. As a trauma-aware birth doula, I offer calm, continuous support, practical tools and loads of TLC that will help you feel safe, seen, and held throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal journey.
With doula support, you can:
Feel more grounded and less anxious during pregnancy and labour.
Be reassured that your voice, choices, and boundaries will be respected.
Reduce fear of the unknown by preparing with gentle, trauma-informed tools.
Know that if difficult emotions arise, you won’t face them alone.
Step into birth with a greater sense of trust- in your body, your baby, and your support team.
Doula support isn’t about erasing past trauma- it’s about creating the conditions for this birth to unfold with more safety, calm, and confidence.
Whatever you are carrying into this pregnancy and birth, it’s welcome. You are welcome to show up as you are. Courage and bravery are needed in reaching out for extra support, and I don’t take that lightly. If you need someone to walk with you, and guide you toward healing, I would be greatly honoured to be that person.
