No rigid ideals. No 'perfect birth' narratives. Just thoughtful preparation and real support.
This is birth preparation that honours your body, defies conveyor belt care, gives you invaluable information and tools to deal with whatever comes your way.
How I help
Holistic, evidence-based, no BS birth preparation.
Birth is unpredictable, it's primal and is intense AF, but you're capable of hard things and massively influence your experience of birth and motherhood.
During my courses you'll learn vital info about your body and birth, which let's face it, should have been taught to us in school, you'll learn about your rights and how to navigate the maternity system all the while, you and your birth partner will learn how to become the ultimate team. No topic is off limits, you'll be supported, and held and we'll also have some laughs along the way.
This stage of life doesn't have to feel terrifying, so let's dial down the noise, together.
KNOW YOUR OPTIONS, OWN YOUR CHOICES
Knowledge is power. I help you understand your body, your options, your rights, and the maternity system so you can make confident decisions that are right for you and your baby. You and your birth partner will leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to advocate for what truly matters to you.
TOOLS THAT SUPPORT YOU, EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
Birth and early parenthood bring surprises—but with the right strategies and preparation, you’ll feel more capable to handle whatever comes your way. I provide practical techniques and tools and signpost you to resources, which will support you throughout your journey.
MEETING YOU, EXACTLY WHERE YOU ARE
You are seen, heard, and held. No rushing, no dismissal. Birth is transformative, and you deserve a supportive presence who meets you exactly where you are, with no hidden agendas or pressure from the medical system.
If you've ever thought...
'There's so much information about birth, I don't know where to look'
'I'm scared that I won't be able to cope'
'I wish I felt calmer and not terrified about birth'
'I'd like some tools so I don't lose my head'
'How do I know I'm making the right decisions for me and my baby?"
MY STORY
The Journey That Brought Me Here
My name is Sam, ex A&E nurse, mum of two boys, foodie, coffee lover and massive birth nerd.
Like you, throughout my life I've been bombarded with negative and pretty terrifying depictions of birth.
Like you, I've been conditioned to imagine birth as a woman laying on her back, screaming in pain and shouting at her useless partner.
During my first pregnancy, I wanted to arm myself with as much knowledge as possible. I decided to enrol on a hypnobirthing course, it literally blew my mind, I finally had the tools, I trusted the process and my body, and went on to have a really positive hospital birth.
Following this, I became OBSESSED and consumed all I could about birth. I listened to all the podcasts, read the books and drilled down my rights as a pregnant woman within the maternity system.
I planned a home birth for my second; the pool, twinkly lights, the lot.
I went into early labour at 8:40am, and was definitely in denial. I treat myself to a coffee, went to the gym, danced and sang along to Hamilton, had a nap, a little snack and picked my son up from nursery. All the while, my contractions felt very manageable, using breathing techniques and squeezing the husband's beard comb.
I phoned my husband and told him he should probably come back from work at 4:20pm as I thought that I was in labour. Phoned the midwives, but thought I still had plenty of time and told them that I didn't need assistance. My husband arrived home at 4:50pm along with my parents, who would be there for my son.
I thought I needed a poo but it was, in fact, a child.
I took my husband to the bathroom, sat on the toilet and roared.
I bent down on all fours, arms draped over the bath and gave birth to my gorgeous baby boy at 5:20pm.
Baby caught by my husband, not a midwife in sight, no twinkly lights, no pool but instead feeling like an absolute queen.
That night my family snuggled down to watch the Little Mermaid and we tucked into pizza and champagne.
This was the catalyst for taking the plunge. I decided I wasn't returning to my day job, following maternity leave and god am I so glad I made that decision!
I cannot wait for you to join me!