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, birth planning, postpartum and breast feeding. Rachel equipped my partner with the tools to be able to better support me in what I would need. My birth plan was to give birth naturally in water without interventions or pain relief, when my waters unexpected broke and two days went with no signs of labour, Rachel provided us the reassurance to pursue our desires and hold fast to our convictions in the face of induction pressure.

Roll on day 3 and I went into labour spontaneously and had the birth I dreamt of. Rachel was an incredible help on the day, texting my partner, helping me through the hospital, providing comfort in times of need, and ensuring we were settled as a new little family in our PostPartum ward. Rachel continues to be a source of comfort and support in postpartum, with her many visits including baked goods, tea, holding baby (so I can sleep) and allowing me the space to cry, laugh and reflect. Thank you Rachel, now a good friend and confidant.

You won’t regret having Rachel in your birth team! She is kind, considerate, compassionate and never pressurises her point of view – she always allows you to guide.