This is more than your standard one-size-fits-all antenatal class.
This is for those who are ready to deep dive, to build their confidence and trust in their bodies, who want to be two steps ahead of the game.
For those who have found out they're pregnant and know they deserve a birth that is more than just gritting their teeth and getting through it.
How I help
You've read some books, you've been listening to some pregnancy podcasts, you're someone who grabs the bull by the horns and why would this be any different?
You've heard of hypnobirthing but you're craving more than breathing techniques and whale music.
You want someone to sit down with you, hold your fears, your hopes, and untangle all the noise and information.
You want clarity, you want steadiness and you want to actually feel excited for birth and motherhood.
You don’t need someone to take over. You need someone who will walk beside you, share their knowledge, encourage your critical thinking and help you trust yourself.
As a former nurse, I understand both the clinical side of the NHS and maternity care and the importance of feeling seen as an individual within that system. As a mum, I understand the emotional journey and the epic transition that is birth and becoming a parent.
My approach combines hypnobirthing techniques, practical tools, mindset deep dives, advocacy skills and discussions that are deeply personal to you.
It is science and evidence meets bodily wisdom and inner strength.
Because birth sets you up for the rest of parenthood, and I believe every woman deserves to feel heard, safe and supported, like the queen she is!
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.
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. Not feeling rushed or dismissed. 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 a lot of info, I just want to know which bits I should be looking at'
'What if I lose my head'
'My partner wants to know how he can support me'
'I'm nervous about navigating the maternity system'
'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, former A&E and occupational health 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!