Rachel was an incredible birth doula and I can’t recommend working with her enough. At the outset of my pregnancy I was scared of birth and felt like it was an experience that just had to be endured. I never thought I’d say this, but we ended up having a beautiful birth experience and I feel so empowered by it. That was in no small part down to the confidence Rachel encouraged in us, her beautiful ability to listen and make me feel validated and seen, and the safe, calm, reassuring energy she brought on the night. In the run up to birth we had antenatal calls and meet ups, as well as chatting over WhatsApp. Those conversations were clarifying and helped me gain a great deal of confidence. I often felt lighter and happier after we spoke. I also felt better equipped to advocate for myself and the birth I wanted, which was an incredible and empowering gift. Through those conversations we built a relationship that meant when Rachel arrived for the birth I felt happy and relieved to have her there, and ready to crack on with it. My husband felt the same and was very grateful for her support and the sense of security she brought. All of which speaks volumes to what she became for us (and the faith in myself and my body that she encouraged in me). If you are considering working with Rachel, I can’t encourage you enough. She made all the difference to our birth experience. Thank you, Rachel. We’ll be forever grateful for your help.