A little more about me...
​​I live on the Essex and Suffolk border, with my husband, and our two children. Motherhood has most definitely been more than I had ever expected, bringing me immense happiness and joy, along with challenges and responsibilities that I never anticipated. It really is a non-stop roller coaster ride!
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It was through navigating my own motherhood journey—exploring myself, learning and unlearning, and growing in ways I never imagined—that I discovered my passion for all things birth and beyond, leading me to a job that I truly love.
Having grown up in Oxfordshire and briefly returning there after completing my nursing degree at the University of Southampton, I eventually settled in Halstead, Essex, to be closer to my family.
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Over my 16 years in nursing, I held various positions, spending much of my career in community and general practice settings. These experiences provided me with a wealth of knowledge and skills, allowing me to build meaningful connections with people and positively impact their health and well-being.
However, the growing pressures and limitations within the healthcare system eventually led me to leave the profession. Although I had always aspired to train as a midwife, I hesitated, fearing it would bring similar challenges and constraints to those I faced in nursing.
​So, in 2022, I made a difficult decision to step away from my nursing career within the NHS. While it was a difficult decision, I knew deep down it was the right one for both myself and my family. I then embarked on a search to find a role that ignited my passion and allowed me to deliver the level of care that was in line with my values.
Since childhood, I’ve held a fascination with all things related to pregnancy and childbirth. Becoming a mother myself deepened this passion, taking me on a personal journey of self-discovery. All of this led me to realise that I wanted to support women and their families as they embarked on their unique journey into parenthood. Drawing from the knowledge and experiences I've gained, I hope to provide the kind of support I longed for. When I discovered the role of a doula, I instantly knew this was the path I needed to follow.
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As soon as I made the decision to become a doula, I completed my training and have continued my learning and development through research, reading, and attending workshops and courses. Along the way, I’ve connected with fellow doulas and birth workers, building relationships and deepening my understanding of the birthing and perinatal world.
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I find immense fulfillment and joy in sharing all that I know, while continuing to explore and navigate the birth world as I support families on their own unique journeys.
Training and Qualifications
Aspiring doula course - The BirthBliss Academy
Hypnobirthing Independant instructor training - Mamaserene Instructor Training with Dani Diosi,
Infant feeding peer supporter training - Barnardo’s
Biomechanics for birth - Optimal Birth
Understanding newborns workshop - Younique Postnatal
Paediatric first aid – Level 2
DBS checked
Insured and registered with Fedant