Thinking about a home birth but worried about safety? Many parents are surprised to learn how much professional support is available. Discover five reasons home birth may be safer than you think. 🏡✨

Home birth, birth centre or labour ward: which is right for you? Every family's needs are different. Explore the pros, considerations and support available for each birth setting in our latest blog.

Facing an induction of labour? Learn what first-time mums wish they knew, including what happens during induction, if it doesn't work, pain relief options, and how to feel informed and supported.

From birth balls and hands-and-knees positions to side-lying and squatting, small changes in movement can make a big difference during labour. Explore the science behind birthing biomechanics in my latest article.

If you're hoping for a physiological birth, understanding your natural pain relief options can make a huge difference. Explore simple, evidence-based techniques that can help you stay calm, relaxed and supported throughout labour and birth.

Preparing for birth isn’t just about the person having the baby. In this post, Berkshire birth doula Kelly Woolhouse shares 10 practical, caring ways birth partners can support labour, so you both feel more confident, informed and empowered.

As a long-time client of Barbara Gornall, I know firsthand the care and expertise she brings to her practice. In this insightful article, Barbara explores how craniosacral therapy can support newborns, particularly after challenging births, and why many parents choose it to help their babies feel calmer, more comfortable and settled.

Choosing the right doula is about finding someone who will support, inform and champion you throughout your journey into parenthood. As a qualified Birth and Postnatal Doula, Hypnobirthing Instructor and Birthing Biomechanics practitioner, I provide calm, compassionate and evidence-based support tailored to your unique needs. Whether you need help understanding your options, building confidence for birth, supporting your birth partner or navigating life with a newborn, I'm here to ensure you feel heard, informed and empowered every step of the way. Discover why families across Berkshire and beyond choose me as part of their birth team.

Wondering when to call the maternity unit when labour starts? Discover the signs of labour, when to contact your midwife, what to do if your waters break, and when to seek help. Plus, find out how to prepare for labour at home, a homebirth or birth centre.

Waiting for labour to start can feel like one of the longest parts of pregnancy, especially when your due date has come and gone. If you're wondering why labour hasn't started yet, you're not alone. In this blog, I explain what actually triggers labour, why your baby might not be ready to arrive just yet, and why a due date is only ever an estimate.

Discover what nobody tells you about the first week after birth, from recovery and feeding to sleep deprivation and emotional wellbeing. Expert advice from Berkshire postnatal doula Kelly Woolhouse.

Bringing your baby home can be magical, emotional, exhausting and occasionally a bit chaotic. In this blog, I share five ways a postnatal doula can support you after birth — from helping you rest and recover, to offering feeding support, reassurance and practical help when family or friends aren’t nearby. Because while babies may not come with a manual, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.

Feeling overwhelmed by writing your birth preferences? You're not alone. In this blog, I share practical tips to help you cut through the noise, focus on what matters most, and create simple, flexible birth preferences that reflect your values. Learn how to use the BRAINS framework, stay informed about your options, and feel confident, supported, and empowered as you prepare for birth.

Wondering how to prepare for birth? With so much information available, it can be difficult to know where to start. In this blog, I share 10 practical tips to help you feel informed, confident and ready for labour. From understanding your birth options and creating flexible birth preferences to preparing your birth partner and planning for the postnatal period, you'll discover simple ways to approach birth with greater calm and confidence.

Wondering whether you need a birth doula, a postnatal doula, or both? In this guide, I explain the key differences between birth and postnatal doula support, helping you understand how each can support you through pregnancy, labour, recovery and life with a newborn. Discover which type of doula care is right for you and your family.

Wondering how much a doula costs in the UK? This blog explains typical 2026 birth and postnatal doula prices, what’s usually included in support packages, why costs vary, and how to decide whether doula support is the right choice for your family.

Wondering what the difference is between a doula and a midwife? While both support families throughout pregnancy and birth, their roles are very different. Midwives provide essential medical care, while doulas offer continuous emotional, physical and practical support. In this blog, I'll explain how each role works, how they complement one another, and why many families choose to have both as part of their birth support team.

A 30-year corporate career, a lightbulb moment, and a completely new path. This is the story of how I went from being a corporate Director to a birth & postnatal doula and discovered the most rewarding work of my life.

Between the birth plans, hospital bags, and late-night Googling, it’s normal to wonder: “Do I actually need a doula?” Here’s an honest look at what birth and postnatal doulas really do, and why so many families say the support made all the difference.