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Diligent Doula
WHAT IS A DOULA?
ABOUT ME
MY SERVICES
LOCATIONS
CONTACT
GET IN TOUCH
Diligent Doula
WHAT IS A DOULA?
ABOUT ME
MY SERVICES
LOCATIONS
CONTACT
GET IN TOUCH
WHAT IS A DOULA?
ABOUT ME
MY SERVICES
LOCATIONS
CONTACT
GET IN TOUCH

What Is a Doula?

A doula is someone who provides unconditional, emotional support to help achieve the informed, empowered and positive birth experience you deserve. To be the voice when needed, a hand to hold, to give confidence when in doubt and to make you feel completely safe and heard at all times.

From antenatal, birth through to the postnatal period every step is a transition and sometimes can be overwhelming, filled with anxiety and unanswered questions. Although a Doula, unlike a midwife or nurse cannot offer medical treatment or give medical advice I have been trained to bring a level of care that provides empathy, understanding and knowledge which will enable you to make informed decisions throughout your journey but above all else to bring total, non judgemental and continuous emotional support which at this precious time can never be underestimated.

“The journey starts from seeing the shrimp like shape on the screen to looking down at the beautiful little bundle you bought into the world! It’s full of mixed emotions but becoming a parent can be made a little easier with a little help, an ear, a hug & a lot of informative info”
— Nikki

About Me

Hello I’m Nikki,

I’m an accredited Birth and Postnatal Doula and Hypnobirthing Instructor. I’m from London but moved to Essex when I decided to start a family. I’m full of energy, understanding and passion with empathy and a huge zest for life. I love animals, especially dogs and love to spend my free time reading as many birth and baby books as I can!

For as long as I can remember I have been fascinated about anything pregnancy, birth and baby related. Giving birth to my own two daughters, only served to increase and ignited that passion. A desire to enter into the perinatal world grew and grew and finally I took the plunge and followed my heart in training as a Doula. It was the best decision I have ever made, offering complete, unconditional support to families on their journeys is an absolute joy and privilege and I never take for granted.

To listen, offer a helping hand, a kind word, making sure you are totally informed in all areas, hold no judgment, made to feel confident, empowered and in control is my promise to you.

Birth is a journey. We start out roughly knowing the route we would like to take but like every walk of life, there can be twists, turns and unpredictability. My role is to never advise but to support and give you confidence in your own ability to achieve the experience you want, regardless of which route it takes. To make you feel prepared and heard with your questions answered and feel totally calm and in control.

My own experiences of pregnancy and early parenthood have shown me just how different the journey can be. It doesn’t matter if its a first, second or sixth baby, no two are the same and one size doesn’t fit all. It’s such a unique and life changing experience, which can feel very overwhelming at times. I definitely felt this emotion along with a lot of others. “Am I doing it right?”, “am I allowed to do this?” and “is it normal to feel like this”. I felt all of these and a lot more. So I know just how important it is and valuable if someone is there to answer these questions.

As your Birth doula I offer unconditional, informative support, not just to you but to your partner. What their role is and how I can support them and they can support you, helping to achieve the birth experience you want and deserve. I have attended births where I have been the sole birth support and I am completely comfortable and ready to hold your hand that little bit tighter if needed.

Qualifications:

Birth and Postnatal Doula with Nurturing Birth
Hypnobirthing Instructor Level 3 Diploma with TCBS
Birth Rights/Induction workshop with Dr Sara Wickham
Comfort Measures (Raboze method) workshop with Sophie Messager
Biomechanics and Baby Microbiome workshop with Shellie Poulter

Full DBS check, Fully Insured, Full Drivers license

“Entering the parenting world can be daunting, walking into the unknown. When you have someone to hold your hand suddenly its not so scary.”

My Services

Whatever your wishes on this special journey, if you are looking for the complete package or just to feel informed and prepared, I hope there is a package that suits you and your needs. If there is something specific you are looking for please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss. My packages can be tailored to suit your needs and budget.

Once you have chosen how I can best support you, I will be available on WhatsApp and calls/video calls can be arranged as and when needed.

    • Initial Consultation (Free 45min Informal chat)

    • 2 x 3 Hour Antenatal sessions

    • On call from 39 weeks - Until baby arrives (whenever baby decides to arrive I will be by your side)

    • Complete support throughout the birth and I will stay until you are settled and comfortable

    • 2 x 3 Hour Postnatal Visits

    • 6 week virtual postnatal support

    • Use of my birth ball/peanut ball, TENS machine and access to my library of perinatal books. Use of Birth Pool if required.

    • Initial Consultation (Free 45min Informal chat)

    • 1 x 3 Hour Antenatal sessions

    • On call support from 39 weeks - Until baby arrives (whenever baby decides to arrive I will be by your side)

    • Complete support throughout the birth and will stay until you are settled and comfortable.

    • 1 x Postnatal Debrief session

    • 6 week virtual postnatal support

    • Use of my birth ball/peanut ball, TENS machine and access to my library of perinatal books

    • Informal consultation(free 45 min chat prior booking to discuss sessions)

    • 21 hours of support split over a 4-6 week period

    • Hours agreed at time of booking

    • Ad hoc sessions available

  • Night Doula

    • Hours 9PM-6AM (Hours can be tailored to suit) Discount offered if booked in blocks.

    Birth Preparation Workshop

    • 2 x 3 Hour Sessions (Pregnancy and birth booklet/handouts given)

    Postnatal Preparation Workshop

    • 2 x 3 Hour Sessions (Postnatal booklet/handouts given)

    Birth and Postnatal Preparation

    • 2 x 3 Hour Antenatal Sessions

    • 2 x 3 Hour Postnatal Sessions

    • Handouts and booklets given at both sessions.

    Hypnobirthing

    Free 2 Hour taster session

    10 Hour Hypnoybirthing course

    Full access to MP3s & materials

    WhatsApp support throughout

LoCations

I cover the whole of Essex, London and some parts of Greater London, including the following postcodes. I am open to other areas so please get in touch to discuss.

  • London - E, EC, N, NW, SE, SW, W, WC

  • Greater London - BR, CR, DA,EN, HA, IG, KT, RM, SM, TM, TW, UB, WD

  • All of Essex

 

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