She Holds More Doula Service

09/10/2026

Recently in my doula studies I have been learning about body systems and it has genuinely fascinated me just how interconnected things are!
I’ve been working through the cardiovascular, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems, and now moving into the integumentary and nervous systems.

I’ve particularly loved learning about the endocrine and reproductive systems, but what has really taken me by surprise is how much everything influences and relies on one another.
The more I learn, the more I realise that nothing in the body is working in isolation. Every system has its role, but they are constantly communicating, adapting and working together in ways we don’t even have to consciously think about!

Then when you begin to look at pregnancy, birth and postpartum through that lens, it gives you an even greater appreciation for the complexity of what the body is doing.

Now more than ever I feel nowhere near finished learning 😅 but this actually makes perfect sense to me because supporting women and families well should be about continuing to learn, asking questions and deepening understanding.

06/10/2026

Support that fits you, because no two births, or families, are the same.
As She Holds More Doula Service continues to evolve, so does the way I support you.

I’m moving towards a more personalised approach to doula support — one that is shaped around you, your family, your birth preferences and what you need most.

Whether you’re planning a:
• Hospital, home or birth centre birth
• Vaginal birth, induction or VBAC
• Epidural or caesarean birth
• First baby or adding to your family

Your support can be tailored to your unique journey.You might need more support during pregnancy and less postpartum. You might want someone beside you throughout your birth. You might need practical postpartum support once your baby arrives. Or you might want a combination that looks completely different.
That’s the point.
Your pregnancy.
Your birth.
Your family.
Your support.

Bookings are now open for January, February & March 2027. If you’re looking for compassionate, personalised doula support, I’d love to talk 🫶🏼

02/10/2026

Visualisation can be a simple tool to use during pregnancy and birth.
It isn’t about imagining the “perfect birth” or convincing yourself that everything will go exactly to plan.
It can be about creating a mental picture of how you want to feel.
🍃 Imagine yourself taking one breath at a time.
🍃 Imagine relaxing your jaw and softening your shoulders.
🍃 Imagine hearing your support person’s voice and feeling grounded by their presence.
🍃 Imagine moving through each wave knowing you can take the next one as it comes.
🍃 Imagine yourself surrounded by people who make you feel safe, heard and supported.

And perhaps most importantly, visualise yourself being able to adapt. Because birth can be unpredictable.

Your visualisation doesn’t have to be about a particular birth outcome. It can be about confidence, calm, connection and trust in yourself.

You can practise it during pregnancy, during early labour, between contractions or whenever you need to come back to. You don’t have to know exactly how your birth will unfold. You can prepare for how you want to feel while you’re moving through it.

27/09/2026

Doula support isn’t just for the day you give birth.
Sometimes it’s having someone to call when you’re not sure what a new piece of information means.
Someone to help you prepare for an appointment.
Someone to talk things through with when your mind is running a hundred different directions.
Someone to remind you that you can ask questions, take your time and make decisions that feel right for you.
Sometimes you don’t need someone to fix anything.
You just need someone to listen.
And sometimes, you simply need to know someone is in your corner.
That’s where I come in 👋🏼
You can call me 🫶🏼

25/09/2026

Before you answer.
Before you decide.
Before you say yes.
Before you react.
Before you rush to the next thing.
Give yourself a minute.
Take a breath.
Notice what you’re feeling.
Let yourself think.
Ask the question.
You don’t always have to have an immediate answer.
Sometimes, a minute is all you need to feel a little more grounded, a little more informed, and a little more confident in what comes next.

Sometimes, that’s where you find your voice.

21/09/2026

There’s really no “right” time to find your doula.
I’ve had families reach out early in pregnancy, and I’ve also had a client contact me the week she was due.

I’ve supported a first-time mum, a mum preparing for a VBAC, and a mum preparing to welcome multiples — and each person has found their way to doula support at a different point in their pregnancy.

So if you’re wondering whether you’ve left it too late, or whether it’s too early to reach out…
There’s no wrong time to start the conversation.
What matters is finding the right fit — someone whose approach, personality and way of supporting you feels right.

No deadlines. No pressure. Just the right support, at the right time for you.

If you’re wondering whether a doula might be right for you, you’re always welcome to reach out and have a chat 🫶🏼

18/09/2026

15/09/2026

Before anything else, birth is a transformation — physically, emotionally, relationally and, for many, spiritually.
And at the centre of that transformation should be the person becoming, the family growing, and the community around them.
Not a system.
Not an institution.
Not a prescribed way of doing things.
Their needs.
Their knowledge.
Their desires.
Their intuition.
Their innate capacity.

Every birth story is different because every person is different.

My role is not to tell someone how their birth should look. It is to listen, inform, support and hold space for them to find their own way.

Because I see you at the centre of your story 🫶🏼

11/09/2026

When you’re in the thick of contractions, it’s not the ideal time to discover what is, or isn’t available for your birth.

Before you get there, it can be useful to ask your hospital or maternity team about:
Policies — What are the usual procedures, and when might they apply?
Birth rooms — What different rooms or birth spaces are available?
Monitoring — What types of fetal monitoring are offered? Can you move around while being monitored?
Movement — Will you be able to change positions, use a birth ball, stand, squat or walk?
Baths & showers — Are showers or baths available for comfort and/or birth?
Partner support — Who can be with you? Are there any restrictions?
Your other options — What choices do you have for comfort, pain relief and labour positions?

And don’t just hear about it—ask for the birth suite tour!

Seeing the space, meeting the team and knowing what to expect can make such a difference to how confident and prepared you feel.

Your questions matter.

Knowing your options before labour means you can make informed and confident decisions when the time comes 🙌🏼

10/09/2026

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Ready to feel stronger and more confident?

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Whether you’re a total beginner or just want a refresher, this is the perfect chance to empower yourself and meet like-minded women.

Don’t miss out on gaining valuable techniques that could make all the difference.

See you there!

* This workshop requires a minimum of 5 bookings to go ahead. If the minimum number isn’t reached, we’ll contact everyone who has booked and arrange a full refund.

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