Welcome, parents!
 
I am Laura, a certified birth and postnatal doula, based in West Lothian, Scotland.

Whether this is your first baby or not, each pregnancy and each baby is unique, as are the experiences, knowledge and needs of the parents.

As always "it takes a village to raise a child", but the modern Western society has drastically changed and there is no longer any support from the community.
Unfortunately, this lack of support can have serious consequences such as anxiety and sleep deprivation, just to name a few.
 
I am ready to be your village,
or part of it if you already have one by your side.
 
Wherever you choose to give birth,
at home, in a birth centre or in hospital,
whether you will have a vaginal birth or a caesarean birth,
I will be there to support you, both physically and emotionally, and to provide you and your partner with the information you need to make informed choices and, most importantly
to enjoy every moment of this unique experience!🙂
 
I believe that considering the whole family is crucial in the early days of parenthood.
For this reason, I will be happy to guide and encourage the father/partner to take their own steps, without replacing them.
And I will be available as a backup in case they need to leave temporarily, so that you will never be left alone.
 
My aim is to support you in your needs and help you discover your abilities to give birth, breastfeed and care for your baby.
It would be my pleasure to help you enjoy your new life as parents and ensure you take the time to savour every precious moment with your new baby!