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.