virtual doula
doula in your pocket
Support options online & by phone
Book in for a free chat and to talk about what you need.
I'm able to help you in a variety of ways including:
• full virtual doula support (similar to my local package, but online)• birth planning package
• on-call support
• overdue doula chat• movement for birth / massage for labour workshop
• understanding birth anatomy workshop
• postnatal planning• birth debrief and deep listening
• postnatal support
What is a doula?
Support for expectant families
I'm available to support and advocate for you. With over 12 years experience working with birthing families I can help you find the information you need in order to make the right decisions for your birth.
Why a doula?
Doulas offer support through pregnancy, during birth and to new parents.
Continuity of Care
I can be there for you throughout pregnancy, during your birth and for the first 6 weeks of life with your new baby (or longer if you need it).
Mind and body support
Every doula has a different approach and specialisms. My background is in movement and bodywork.
Advocacy
Being an advocate for you means: I will support your choices, listen to you and help you gather information to make informed decisions.
Birth Coach
A doula can help coach and cheerlead you through labour and birth. It's important to get to know your doula and to feel comfortable with them during these big moments.
what i can offer
Your package may include some or all of the following:
On call
I'll be there before, during and after the birth for you in your pocket on the end of the phone.
Birth Preparation
Bespoke birth preparation online via zoom. We can focus on *exactly* what you need in a 1-2-1.
Help for your partner
So they can be at their best. I can help your birth partner be ready to care for you in labour.
Support your decisions
Here to listen to you if tricky choices come up. Offering tools for centering and zero judgement.
Access to information
I can provide you with links to evidence based information for your situation.
Planning
Help with gathering your ideas for birth and postnatal planning.
Signposting
I can research local support groups, national helplines and put together a package for you.
training
Emilie has a digital DBS (CRB check) that you are welcome to check online.
Yoga Teacher
Pregnancy and Postnatal training completed at Triyoga London.
Motherslove Massage
Trained with Elaine Stillerman in 2015.
Nurturing Birth Doula
Trained with Nurturing Birth Doulas in 2012.
Relaxed Birth & Parenting
Trained with Relaxed Birth & Parenting in 2008.
Antenatal Teacher
Registered with FEDANT since 2008.
Birth Crisis Training
Trained with Sheila Kitzinger in 2012.
Specialist Yoga
Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
Embodied Yoga Principles.
Pregnancy & postnatal yoga training at Triyoga London.
Cloth nappy info
Familiar with old school folds and all-in-one type nappies.
Breastfeeding
Emilie's an NCT trained breastfeeding peer supporter.
Finances difficult?
I don't want anyone to feel like they can't have support because times are tricky and money is lacking. Please get in touch if that's what's stopping you. I'm happy to help where I can.
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