Hypnobirthing, doula care, and placenta services in London & Surrey
Feeling nervous about your upcoming birth?
It’s natural to feel unsure when you’re having a baby; you’ve heard lots of different stories and know you want something different. I am a steady, kind, and knowledgeable guide supporting you as you find your own way.
Through the Mindful Natal® course or as a Doula I’ve supported over 200 families prepare and welcome their new baby.
I can support you with preparation, a homebirth or a hospital birth, and afterwards at home so you feel informed, empowered, and powerful on this wild ride.
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How can I support you?
Wherever you are on your journey, whoever you are, you’re welcome here. I’d love to hear your story and support you along the way.
Emotional, informational & practical support throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond.
The award-winning Mindful Natal Course®. Hypnobirthing & mindfulness to get ready for a positive birth.
Support your postnatal recovery with placenta remedies.
Compassionate breastfeeding support as you navigate the early days of parenthood.
Birth preparation and labour support for all kinds of families in Surrey and SW London
You want the best start in life for your baby and planning a birth, whether for home or hospital can feel empowering—but it can also bring up questions and doubts. Through my mindful hypnobirthing classes and doula services I will guide and support you so you can feel confident, prepared, and deeply held throughout your journey.
Emotional support
Continous reassurance and encouragement. A listening ear, and a non-judgemnental space.Practical support
Help with comfort measures during birth like breathing, massage, and positioning.Information & signposting
Understand your options around things like pain relief, risk-factors, and homebirth so you can make informed decisions.Continuity of care
Unlike hospital staff, our relationship is built in pregnancy and I’m a familiar face in your birth space – with proven benefits.Partner support
I support you both. Reassurance and guidance for your partner, so they can be fully present and involved confidently.Lower Intervention rates
Research suggests doulas can reduce likelihood of medical intervention, requests for pain relief and unncecessary trauma.Improved birth experience
Many people feel more empowered and positive about their birth when they use a doula.Positive postnatal outcomes
Doulas can help after the birth to make adapting to home life and feeding easier.
What some of my clients have said
We had the absolute privilege of working with Rachel as our home birth doula and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From our very first meeting, she exuded warmth, a calming presence and a deep understanding of the birthing process. Rachel was there for us every step of the way—providing reassurance, answering any questions and…Jess Kingsmith
We are so grateful to have had Rachel as our doula during our daughter’s birth. We worked with Rachel during pregnancy to plan a homebirth, she was so knowledgeable, calm and made us feel very comfortable with the upcoming birth. Homebirth didn’t go to plan due to staff rota plus our daughter was in a…Lauren Kennedy
We were so fortunate to have the support of Rachel and Sarah as our postpartum doulas in the first few weeks after our daughter, Winona, was born. They were an incredible help and gave us the opportunity to rest and recover, and we felt comfortable knowing that Winnie was in very capable and caring hands.…Lauren
We were so fortunate to have the support of Rachel and Sarah as our postpartum doulas in the first few weeks after our daughter, Winona, was born. They were an incredible help and gave us the opportunity to rest and recover, and we felt comfortable knowing that Winnie was in very capable and caring hands.…Lauren (First-time Mum)
We met late in my third trimester for our first child. I was looking for someone who could guide my partner and I through the process of birth and navigate the many scenarios that could impact our birth plan. Our sessions included two at home, a walk and zoom call, each covering different topics; birth,…Marissa Jade Whittle
We attended Rachel’s group antenatal class. As a midwife myself I had a lot of knowledge already but really wanted some extra support for myself and my partner in preparing for birth with a calm mindset. Rachel’s approach is really relaxed and friendly, she gave information that was balanced and non judgemental. I’ve no doubt…Hannah McGinnes
