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The Birth Fairy Doula Hi 👋🏻 I’m Courtney, your local pregnancy and birth doula and Hypnobirthing Practitioner.

**What the heck is a birth comb? 🤔**And no... it's not for fixing your postpartum mum bun. 😂A birth comb is something yo...
26/06/2026

**What the heck is a birth comb? 🤔**

And no... it's not for fixing your postpartum mum bun. 😂

A birth comb is something you squeeze during contractions.

The idea is based on something called the **Pain Gate Theory**. Basically, by squeezing the comb, you're giving your brain another strong sensation to focus on, which can help dial down how intense contractions feel.

Will it make labour pain disappear?

Nope.

But can it be another really handy tool alongside breathing, movement and relaxation? Absolutely.

Birth is all about having a toolbox, not relying on just one thing. 🩷

P.S. If you want to add one to your hospital bag, I stock these gorgeous wooden birth combs at **C+CO Carousel**. They're little, affordable and one of my favourite labour tools.

Have you heard of a birth comb before? 👇

"I'm not really a mama bear. I'm more of a mama llama. I'm pretty chill... but I'll kick you in the face if you mess wit...
25/06/2026

"I'm not really a mama bear. I'm more of a mama llama. I'm pretty chill... but I'll kick you in the face if you mess with one of my kids." 😂🦙

And honestly, these days it doesn't just apply to Mason and Lucy...

It also applies to the families I support.

I'm pretty laid back. I'm not here to tell you there's only one "right" way to give birth or that you need to birth in a forest under a full moon. 😅

But if someone isn't listening to my clients, isn't giving them informed choices, or isn't treating them with the respect they deserve... you'll probably find me politely (but firmly) putting my mama llama boots on.

Because every woman deserves to feel heard, respected and supported during one of the biggest days of her life.

And while we're here... thanks for sticking around lately. 💕

Life has been a little full between raising two tiny humans, supporting my incredible clients, teaching classes and running The Birth Fairy. Social media has taken a back seat for a few weeks, but I'm still here doing what I love.

I've got so much planned and I can't wait to share it with you.

And if you're pregnant and thinking, "I'd quite like a mama llama in my corner too..." 🩷

I'd love to support you.

Whether it's through my Hypnobirthing Australia Positive Birth Program, birth doula support or just answering those "is this normal?" pregnancy questions...

My DM's are always open. I'd love to chat. ✨

**10 THINGS YOU CAN DO IN LABOUR THAT DON'T INCLUDE TIMING CONTRACTIONS 👀**Because despite what movies would have you be...
04/06/2026

**10 THINGS YOU CAN DO IN LABOUR THAT DON'T INCLUDE TIMING CONTRACTIONS 👀**

Because despite what movies would have you believe, labour isn't just sitting on the couch yelling "START THE TIMER!" every 4 minutes.

Here are 10 things I'd focus on before becoming the world's least qualified timekeeper:

✨ Eat something.

Labour is basically a marathon and nobody runs a marathon on half a muesli bar and vibes.

✨ Drink water.

Hydrated uteruses are happy uteruses.

✨ Go for a walk.

Gravity is free and surprisingly effective.

✨ Have a nap.

Yes, really.

Especially in early labour.

You'll thank yourself later.

✨ Put on your hypnobirthing tracks.

Because "panic" isn't a birth plan.

✨ Bounce, sway or circle on a birth ball.

Bonus points if your partner looks slightly ridiculous demonstrating it first.

✨ Have a shower or bath.

Warm water is basically magic.

✨ Dim the lights.

Your uterus is a little bit like a teenager.

It performs better when everyone stops watching it.

✨ Kiss your partner.

Oxytocin helps labour.

And it's definitely more fun than staring at a stopwatch.

✨ Ignore your mother-in-law's texts asking if the baby is here yet.

This one is evidence-based.*
(*Not actually evidence-based.)

The truth is, contractions are only one piece of the puzzle.

There are so many other signs that labour is progressing, and that's exactly why I teach my Positive Birth Classes.

Because birth is about a whole lot more than watching an app count to 60.

👇 Tell me... what would be the first thing you'd do if labour started right now?

**WHAT THE ACTUAL HECK IS A DOULA? 👀**Honestly?Most people think one of two things:1. "A doula catches babies."Or2. "A d...
03/06/2026

**WHAT THE ACTUAL HECK IS A DOULA? 👀**

Honestly?

Most people think one of two things:

1. "A doula catches babies."

Or

2. "A doula is some kind of magical birth wizard."

Neither are correct.

I don't catch babies.

I'm basically the person you hire when you want someone in your corner who knows birth, knows the system and isn't emotionally involved enough to panic when things get spicy.

Think of me as your birth bestie.

The one who:

✨ Helps you understand your options
✨ Answers the questions you're too embarrassed to ask Google
✨ Supports your partner so they know more than where the snack bag is
✨ Reminds you that you can absolutely ask questions
✨ Helps you create a birth space that feels calm AF
✨ Brings the fan, snacks, encouragement and good vibes
✨ Knows when to speak up and when to hand you a Zooper Dooper and stay quiet

A doula doesn't replace your midwife.

A doula doesn't replace your doctor.

A doula doesn't tell you how to birth.

And contrary to popular belief, I won't be showing up with a crystal collection and a drum circle.
But I may show up with enough snacks to survive a small apocalypse

Whether you're planning an epidural, a c-section, a water birth or you're currently 34 weeks pregnant and your birth plan is simply "survive"...

My job is to help you feel informed, supported and a whole lot less overwhelmed.

Because birth doesn't have to suck.

And you shouldn't have to figure it all out alone 🤍

👇 Before following me... what did YOU think a doula actually did?

You could spend hours researching, shopping, forgetting things, repacking…ORyou could just… not 🤷‍♀️This is your sign to...
21/05/2026

You could spend hours researching, shopping, forgetting things, repacking…

OR

you could just… not 🤷‍♀️

This is your sign to skip the mental load and grab a prepacked hospital bag that actually makes sense.

No last-minute Chemist Warehouse run
No “wait… do I need this?” spiral
No partner texting you from the baby aisle in a panic

Just a bag that’s ready when you are.

Packed with the things you’ll actually use
(+ the things no one tells you about until it’s too late 👀)

Because birth doesn’t have to suck…
and neither does packing for it.

✨ Prepacked Birth Bestie Hospital Bags – $199
✨ Ready when you are
✨ Future you will be obsessed

DM me “BAG” or hit the link to grab yours before you go into labour and regret everything 😘

06/05/2026

The cascade of interventions is basically birth’s version of:

“Would you like fries with that?” 🍟

“Let’s just break your waters.”
➡️ contractions turn feral
➡️ “maybe an epidural?”
➡️ blood pressure drops
➡️ continuous monitoring
➡️ can’t move around much
➡️ labour slows down
➡️ “let’s add syntocinon”
➡️ baby says absolutely not
➡️ suddenly there’s 14 people in the room and someone’s putting socks on your partner 😭

Again — interventions are NOT bad.
They can be necessary, helpful and life-saving.

But a lot of parents are never told that some interventions can increase the chance of needing more interventions afterwards.

And honestly?
One intervention can sometimes turn into the world’s most unwanted group project 🫠

Knowledge ≠ fear.
Knowledge = “hang on… can I ask a few questions

What are 5 ways you can see progress… without having fingers up your vag in labour? 👀Because contrary to popular belief…...
04/05/2026

What are 5 ways you can see progress… without having fingers up your vag in labour? 👀

Because contrary to popular belief…
cervical checks are not the only way to know what’s going on 🙃

Your body actually gives you signs the whole time — you just need to know what you’re looking for.

👉 The way your sounds change
👉 How you start to zone out and go inward
👉 The intensity + pattern of your contractions
👉 That “I can’t do this” moment (hello transition 👀)
👉 The pressure building down low

Also… cervical checks?
They’re subject to human interpretation and only tell you what’s happening in that exact moment.

Not 10 minutes later.
Not how your labour is about to progress.
Just a snapshot in time.

And when you understand the bigger picture signs?
You stop relying on constant checks and start trusting your body instead 🤍

This is the kind of stuff I teach inside my Positive Birth Classes — real, practical knowledge that actually helps in the moment.

Because birth doesn’t have to suck…
but guessing your way through it usually does 🙃

DM me “CLASS” or check the link in bio ✨

POV: you thought you had heaps of time to book a doula… 👀June? Gone.July? Hanging on by a thread.The rest? Filling fast....
04/05/2026

POV: you thought you had heaps of time to book a doula… 👀

June? Gone.
July? Hanging on by a thread.
The rest? Filling fast.

And here’s why 👇

Because having a doula means:
✨ you’re not walking into birth blind
✨ you actually understand what’s happening (no panic googling mid-labour)
✨ your partner knows what to do — and when to shut up 😅
✨ you feel calm, supported and in control
✨ someone is in your corner the whole time

Not just medically supported…
actually supported.

I only take a small number of clients each month
so you get real, consistent support — not just a quick pop-in and bye.

So if you’ve been thinking about it… this is your sign 🤍

DM me to chat or lock in your spot 👀

Did you know most parents spend more time researching prams than preparing for birth? 👀If your due date is creeping clos...
04/05/2026

Did you know most parents spend more time researching prams than preparing for birth? 👀

If your due date is creeping closer and your birth prep currently consists of:
panic-scrolling TikTok birth videos
asking your friends for horror stories
and hoping your instincts just magically kick in…
…it might be time to upgrade the plan 💅

My Hypnobirthing Australia Positive Birth Program classes teach you how to actually prepare for birth with evidence-based education, practical tools, mindset techniques, and partner prep—so you walk in knowing what’s happening, what your options are, and how to support your body through labour.

✨ Small group classes
✨ Limited spots
✨ Held in Success, WA
✨ Book with just a $150 deposit

DM me “CLASS” to secure your spot before they fill 💌

You can wing it…but that’s why birth feels so damn scary.Not because your body can’t do it —but because no one’s actuall...
03/05/2026

You can wing it…
but that’s why birth feels so damn scary.

Not because your body can’t do it —
but because no one’s actually explained what’s going on.

So you end up:
😵 overthinking everything
😵 Googling at 2am
😵 hoping for the best but low-key panicking

Hard pass.

I’m here to change that.

I help you:
✨ understand your body + your options
✨ feel calm instead of spiralling
✨ prep your partner so they’re not just standing there like 🧍‍♂️
✨ walk into birth feeling ready — not guessing

Whether you want:
• a class
• full support
• or just to feel more prepared

I’ve got you.

Because birth doesn’t have to suck —
and you don’t have to figure it out alone.

DM me READY or hit the link in my bio 👀🤍

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