Should you decide to use my services, we will have a consultation to arrange an individual plan that works best for you.  You may wish to have doula support antenatally, for the birth, postnatally, or any combination thereof.  Below are some examples of services you might like to use:     Comprehensive birth support.  This is a popular choice for women who want the best continuity of care throughout their pregnancy and birth.  As every woman is different, I tailor this plan according to your own needs -- some women will want to meet just two or three times prior to the birth, while others will prefer to meet more frequently.  Together we can discuss any concerns about your health and well-being during pregnancy, and we can create a birth plan to meet your specific needs and desires.  I am "on call" for you twenty-four hours a day for two weeks before and two weeks after your estimated due date.  When you are in labour, I can meet you either at your home or in the hospital, and I will provide physical and emotional support throughout the whole labour until your baby has arrived safely.  At least one postnatal visit is recommended, to give us a chance to talk through the events of your labour and birth. Personalised antenatal preparation classes for you and your partner.  These classes will be tailored to your specific concerns, and may include discussions of antenatal health, exercises for childbirth, pain relief, and optimal positioning for birth.   Whether you hope for a drug-free labour or want to stay open-minded about pain relief, I will work with you to develop an active, empowering approach to your labour.  We can also discuss issues such as breastfeeding and postnatal concerns.  (See the Workshops link on the right for further information.) Postnatal support in your home.  The postnatal period is one of the most physically and emotionally challenging times in a woman's life.  I can visit your home for a few hours at a time to discuss concerns about your birth and early motherhood, help you with breastfeeding, prepare light meals, or just cuddle your baby while you get some much-needed sleep. Birth pool hire.  Research has proven that labouring in water can provide excellent pain relief, shorten the duration of labour, and provide protection against perineal tears.  Now I am pleased to be able to offer for hire La Bassine, a fantastic inflatable birth pool, complete with air pump, water pump, thermometer, and floor mat.  The total cost to buy this kit is over £100, but you can now hire the full deluxe kit (plus a copy of Janet Balaskas' excellent Water Birth Book) for 4 weeks for only £50.  Every service includes a free, no-obligation consultation.  To discuss fees or ask further questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch, either via the e-mail link on the right, or by calling 0141 959 5098.