Birth and postpartum doula in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Hello, I’m Sophie- doula, artist and educator. I live in Leith with my two wee babes whose births onto this planet led me to doula.
After some unexpected turns in the road, I wanted to learn how birth could be more positive. So I began gathering evidence in books, online and from lived experiences. I hadn’t even heard of a doula or birth companion but the evidence spoke for itself so I trained to be one, learning from some of the wisest and fiercest doulas out there.
It is now my vocation to stand alongside birthing people as they make their own informed choices feeling amazingly powerful in birth and parenthood.
You’ll lead your journey, I’ll listen and provide relevant info and gentle care. With a focus on birth and postpartum prep, when it comes to becoming a new family (for the first or fifth time!) you’ll be totally ready.
Tea, cake and chats about your
Individual needs and wishes
Birth plan and prep for those turns in the road
Birth options like place of birth, pain relief, positions, essential oils and soooo much more…
Birth rights, ‘cause it is your legal right to have your baby how you want
Powerful human body in pregnancy, birth and postnatally including physicality, hormones (espesh oxytocin!) and intuition
Birth team and how I’ll support and work with birthing partners, midwives, siblings and your dog!
Advocate- that’s me! I’ve got your back and I’ll use my voice if and when you need
Navigation of the NHS system or a path outside of this
Doula during birth- holding your space and being practical like making sure everyone is nourished and comfy
Postpartum time- creating your postpartum plan with feeding support, family and friend support, good foods for you and factoring in time for restful healing and getting to know your baby
Previous birth experiences- a “talk-through” session to understand your expectations for this birth