'I thought I wouldn’t be able to get the support from Sam, however, she texted me to say she was providing a virtual package which involved weekly video calls and doorstep drops of healthy goodies. The video calls have been invaluable. My son was born on 27th May and we ended up staying in hospital for 6 days due to breathing difficulties where he had to be put onto oxygen in special care. I had a very emotional chat with Sam from the hospital and it helped so much.
We’ve since had weekly video call check ins and these have been incredibly helpful. Things change so much during those early days and it’s helped me hugely to be able to voice my feelings, concerns and give them room to breathe. Sam has also provided amazing practical help as well as emotional support.'
- Sarah and baby Harry
During this pandemic I am now offering the following virtual services to support mothers in their post natal period should this feel more comfortable than my support in person.
Virtual Post Natal Doula Support
Post natal planning sessions (via virtual platform Zoom)
1x1hr session @ £15 or x2 @ £25
Post natal support during Fourth Trimester (via Zoom)
1x1hr session @ £15 or block of x4 @ £55
During this time I am offering;
* emotional support,
* breastfeeding support,
* encouragement around self care and recovery,
* infant care
* general signposting and information resources.
* To have a service where we physically drop supplies around etc, is also possible.
* For a quick drop in call or asking a quick question we can use House Party / FaceTime platforms
* We are also running The Mother Space mother to mother peer support on a virtual basis.
Online Rewind Technique
I am still training in this therapy and I am looking for one final case study and therefore offering this for free
While I endeavour to charge a slightly deducted and reasonable price for these services, I am very happy to discuss prices for anyone experiencing financial hardship at this time. Please message me directly.
We’ve since had weekly video call check ins and these have been incredibly helpful. Things change so much during those early days and it’s helped me hugely to be able to voice my feelings, concerns and give them room to breathe. Sam has also provided amazing practical help as well as emotional support.'
- Sarah and baby Harry
During this pandemic I am now offering the following virtual services to support mothers in their post natal period should this feel more comfortable than my support in person.
Virtual Post Natal Doula Support
Post natal planning sessions (via virtual platform Zoom)
1x1hr session @ £15 or x2 @ £25
Post natal support during Fourth Trimester (via Zoom)
1x1hr session @ £15 or block of x4 @ £55
During this time I am offering;
* emotional support,
* breastfeeding support,
* encouragement around self care and recovery,
* infant care
* general signposting and information resources.
* To have a service where we physically drop supplies around etc, is also possible.
* For a quick drop in call or asking a quick question we can use House Party / FaceTime platforms
* We are also running The Mother Space mother to mother peer support on a virtual basis.
Online Rewind Technique
I am still training in this therapy and I am looking for one final case study and therefore offering this for free
While I endeavour to charge a slightly deducted and reasonable price for these services, I am very happy to discuss prices for anyone experiencing financial hardship at this time. Please message me directly.
AS YOUR POST NATAL DOULA
Nothing is set in stone and it is important for all tentative plans and timings to be kept fluid to suit Mummas needs each day.
I charge £18 per hour and work a minimum of three hours per day, preferably mornings.
As and where necessary I will wear a mask, gloves and apron &, wash my hands frequently, all subject to current government guidelines to stay safe.
First meeting
This is FREE.
A chance to find out more about how a post natal doula can help once baby arrives..
Chemistry is a huge part of a mummy doula relationship so this is a great opportunity to see if we are a good fit.
I am happy to work alongside or take over from a birth doula, or as part of a team of post natal doulas.
Pre Birth Meeting
If there is time (babies can often decide to show up early!) it can be useful to get together to discuss a flexible Post Partum Plan.
We can chat over how I can best help you and your family create your ideal space to heal, bond and recover.
Pre Baby Post Natal Prep
This would be one or two sessions where I can familiarise myself with your home, other children, pets etc and cook meals for the freezer, snacks to have ready and spend some time preparing together (This is charged at my usual hourly rate.)
Other Services;
* Holding a space for Mumma to download and reflect on events in as much detail as she wishes.
* Cooking fresh, healthy, gluten, dairy, refined sugar free and vegan foods, that can be frozen or served fresh.
* Stocking the freezer.
* Supporting Mumma while she adjusts to breast feeding. (I am currently studying to be a mindful breastfeeding practitioner with the Mindful Breastfeeding School)
* Signposting to local mother baby groups or specialists,
* Helping re organise cupboards and staying on top of laundry.
* Holding baby while mumma rests, showers, eats or catches up with sleep etc
* Bone Closing Massage (£30 per hour (for clients) / £40 for non clients)
* Baby Wearing Peer Support.
* I have done courses in post natal mental health and understanding new borns with Younique Post Natal and Mumma's Wellbeing (Luna Hive)
* I have also recently trained in the 3 Step Rewind Technique for Birth Trauma. For more information about this gentle yet very healing trauma therapy click here
PACKAGES
As part of my post natal services I offer a couple of packages to keep things as economical as possible..
Package 1 - Flexible
* Post natal planning session @ £15
* Minimum of x2 days of the week for minimum x3 hours each day @ £18 per hour, invoiced weekly, pay as we go, plus any food/shopping/errand expenses
* Days & hours must be booked a week ahead with prompt payment (with invoice)
* Add Bone Closing massage for £30 per session or a series of four for £110
Package 2 - Semi Flexible
* Post natal planning session
* 1x Pre baby post natal preparation session
* 4x weeks of x2 3hr sessions (days can be fixed or booked a week in advance)
* Includes x1 Bone closing massage
* £500 plus any food/shopping/errand expenses
Package 3 - Fixed
* 1x Post natal planning session
* 2x Pre baby post natal preparation sessions
* 4x weeks of x3 4hr sessions (days can be fixed or booked a week in advance)
* Includes x2 Bone Closing massage
* £1,000 plus any food/shopping/errand expenses
'Sam has been an absolute godsend - it has been such a tough transition from mummy of one energetic toddler to mummy of two and I really needed some extra support. Just having someone checking in regularly, making sure we were well fed, washing actually folded and a little hands free time to have a bath, etc has all been so essential. Sam offers all that with a loving, kind and reassuring personality that makes you feel so at ease on the darkest of days. I would recommend her and having a post natal doula in general to anyone!'
- Kelly and baby Rosie
Meals & food ideas
I can make a few or all of the following and I am happy to cook any favourite recipes Mumma may have;
- vegetable soups
- casseroles, chilli's, stews and bolognaise
- mild currys .
- snacks and treats
- smoothies
