Qualified doula
Wellbeing champion
Personal cheerleader
You've been surrounded by midwives and specialists during the pregnancy and birth and now you're at home with fewer people around and a baby that doesn't come with a manual. It can feel overwhelming!
Whether it's your first or fourth baby, I can help ease you into your parenting journey as you navigate life with a newborn. I can support and nurture you and your family emotionally and practically, so you can rest, recover, enjoy your new baby and have the start to parenthood that you deserve.
Services
Informational Support
Providing you with up-to-date, unbiased information and empowering you to make informed decisions that feel right for you and your baby.
Emotional Support
Listening to what's going on for you, debriefing your birth experience and any previous feeding experiences.
Practical Support
Supporting with breast and bottle feeding and being an extra pair of hands around the house; looking after your baby so you can rest, supporting with older children, preparing meals & snacks and carrying out light housework.
Pricing
Initial meeting:
Free
A free meeting either in person or virtually to discuss what you need and work out if we are right for each other. Please get in touch and we can arrange a suitable time for a chat.
Support package:
£500 for 20 hrs — min. 3hrs per session
A package of visits to suit your needs. Sessions can be booked on a week-by-week basis to allow for flexibility. Includes a postnatal planning session and unlimited text/phone/email support between visits.
Postnatal planning session:
£50
Let's work together on a postnatal plan, focusing on what you want those first few weeks to look and feel like when you're home with your new baby. From thinking about your post-birth recovery, to what to stock your fridge and freezer with and what support you can draw on locally to set you up for success. 2 hour private session, in person or virtually.
About me
I gave birth to my two boys in 2015 and 2018. Both times I felt disappointed by the lack of postnatal support available. These experiences sparked my desire to give families the best possible start to parenthood. I strongly believe that personalised continuity of care can make a huge difference to the long-term physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of you and your family.
I live in Penge, in South East London, with my husband and two children. I love spending time with family and friends, baking, adding to my obsessive collection of house plants, and cooking and eating good food.
Training
Doula UK member and working towards Doula UK accreditation
Younique Postnatal Doula Preparation Course, June 2022
Paediatric First Aid Training, October 2022
Younique Postnatal Planning Workshop, October 2022
Infant Feeding Workshop for Doulas, November 2022
Fully insured / DBS checked
Locations
I am based in Penge, and cover a wide area of South East London, including the following areas: Penge, Beckenham, Anerley, Crystal Palace, Sydenham, Forest Hill, Brockley, Ladywell, Crofton Park, Honor Oak, Lewisham, Streatham, Tulse Hill, Herne Hill, Brixton, Dulwich, Nunhead, Hither Green, Catford, Addiscombe, Bromley, Selhurst, Upper Norwood, West Norwood, South Norwood and Thornton Heath.
“Katie is a really loving and caring person and having her around brought calm to our home. She has helped us ease into life with a newborn again. She provided information and reassurance when needed, always without judgement. She made sure we had homemade, delicious, nutritious food. Her help with cooking was invaluable! We are really grateful for all her support.”
— Lucia, 33, London
Get in touch
If you have any questions or would like to set-up a meeting with me, please get in touch via the form below. I would love to hear from you.