Maternity Statistics Vs Intervention-Free Birth
In the latest Journey Ahead Podcast episode, I am musing on the current maternity system and the many layers of reasons why so many people plan for an intervention-free birth and end up being wheeled into theatre for an emergency.
What this year has taught me about birth
Every year as a doula leaves its imprint. The stories, the women, the births – they don’t just pass through me, they shape me. This year has been no different. In fact, it has been one of the most powerful years of learning I’ve ever had, full of reminders about why I do this work and what it really means to be “with woman.”
Charlotte's Story - BBA/Freebirth & Suspended Service with The Importance of A Doula
In this episode, I sit down with Charlotte - a former client and now close friend - to share her deeply personal journey from a traumatic first birth to an instinctive, empowering second experience. During her pregnancy, Charlotte focused on rebuilding trust in her body, exploring her birth options, and finding her voice within a system that can often feel overwhelming for expectant mothers.
The Silent Saboteur: Why 'Compromise' Can Be Toxic
Let’s talk about a word that sounds lovely, reasonable… balanced, even. Compromise. We’re raised to see it as the grown-up way to resolve conflict. Give a little, take a little. Be fair. Be flexible. Don't be difficult.
But in birth? Compromise can quietly rob you of your power – disguised as collaboration, masked as ‘what’s best for everyone’.
Cara’s story: pregnancy after loss, induction and maternal intuition
Cara and Sean’s story is one that has had a lasting impact on me as a doula. It’s a powerful example of navigating pregnancy after loss, holding space for grief, and moving towards a birth experience that feels healing and empowering.