Some of the lovely things families
I’ve worked with have had to say:
Doula Clients
‘We wanted to say a huge thank you for all of your help as we adapted to our family of four. We’ve loved your cooking, help with laundry and all of your advice and chats to ultimately help us to spend more time as a family with full tummies. O’s loved all of his cuddles! We are lucky to have found you and will always cherish your help and support.’
‘Thank you so much for all your help and support the last six month. It would have been a very different (and harder) experience without you- you’ve been amazing and we’ll miss you lots.’
‘What can I say? Thank you SO MUCH for holding my hand (and my baby!) through those first few months of joy, tears and exhaustion. Your reassuring presence, not to mention your amazing cooking made all the difference in the world. I will be forever grateful.’
‘Thank you 100,000,000 times over the past couple of months. I honestly do know how I would’ve coped without you. It’s been great getting to know you and so good being able to trust someone enough to leave my newborn with them…always felt he was in the safest hands and he’s clearly warmed to you as he settles so easily in your arms. L and I will miss you!’
’Thank you so much for all your help these past four months. You have made my postnatal experience a calm and positive environment and I will forever be grateful to you. Your smiles and armth are always gratefully received and we’ll miss you greatly!’
‘Thank you so much for all of your really wonderful support. We will all miss you and feel blessed to have had you here with R in the early days of his life.’
‘Thank you so much for all your help with the boys, both before and after they came home - it’s been absolutely invaluable to us.’
‘Thank you so much for all your help, support and encouragement over the past four months! It has been invaluable!’
‘Thank you so much for all your support over the first few months of S’s life. We have really enjoyed your visits, the cuddles you gave S and the delicious food!’
‘Thanks so much for all your support over the past couple of months. You have such a calming presence! Thank you for being with us through the highs and lows of the first few weeks and not letting me feel silly about any of it!’
‘Thank you so much for your support over the past 3 months. You have given us a listening ear, a well of guidance, a warm hug, and all the tasty food when we needed it most! The calm reassurance you’ve provided as we begin our lives as a family of 4 is priceless. Thank you, thank you, thank you!’
‘Thank you so much for being a wonderful support and constant over the first few weeks of J’s life!’
‘Sarah was a wonderful calming presence before and after the arrival of our twins. She helped us think about what we wanted the post natal period to look, and to make plans accordingly. She was also super supportive after the birth, providing advice, links, contacts and wonderful home cooked meals. We have felt very lucky to have her help and support!’
‘We feel very lucky to have had Sarah support us after our daughter was born earlier this year. We knew we needed help with cooking nutritious meals and snacks in those first few weeks for myself, my partner and our toddler. And Sarah certainly delivered - we're addicted to her lasagne and protein balls. But she was so much more than a brilliant chef: an invaluable sounding board for all our various life challenges (baby and non-baby related) and a joyful witness to our daughters early days. Every postpartum family needs Sarah. We just wish we'd had the foresight to find her for our firstborn!’
’Sarah looked after me, my husband and our newborn over 8 weeks and it was so great. She took our baby so we could rest, cooked delicious meals and gave me really great (calming) advice. Highly recommend!!’
‘Thanks you for all your guidance and support. Parenthood and motherhood was made immeasurably better with your help.’
‘Going into my second postpartum experience during a global pandemic was going to be a challenger sure but having your support since day two of Rs existence has really made it easier to cope. You have a calming influence, are a great sounding board and we are so grateful for the time you gave us during our pandemic ‘familymoon’. Thank you for al the meals, practical advice and baby whispering.’
‘Sarah has been much-needed friend and support for the arrival of our second child. She helped us navigate NHS services, was there to answer every question and has eased us into this new phase of parenting. She’s always warm, calm and friendly and kept our home going during this crazy time!’
'When we found out we were pregnant with our first baby we started making plans - that’s the kind of couple we are! There’s mountains of information about preparing for birth but I was worrying about the first weeks at home with a newborn. My husband and I had no experience with babies (we’d never changed a nappy!) and our families are in Australia and all around the UK. I’d heard about doulas but didn’t understand what they did or how they help new Mums. After some Googling, I found Sarah’s website and immediately was drawn to her approach. When I met Sarah, I liked her instantly. She’s friendly, calming, knowledgable-but-not-preachy and positive. After the birth of our daughter, Eris, I realised how valuable and lucky I was to have found Sarah. Each visit was different; sometimes she gave me practical advice and other times emotional support and reassurance over a cuppa! At Sarah’s last visit, I asked her if she could come just one more time but she reassured me I was doing great, even though that was talking herself out of a job! I’ve already recommended Sarah to pregnant friends and described her as my awesome postnatal coach and cheerleader!'
’Thank you so much for being there for the start of M and L’s life. You made it a really loving and easier time. We’ll look back fondly at this time! It’s been amazing having your support as we get to grips with being new parents. I’m much less of a nervous wreck than I was and your advice and calm nature certainly has had an impact on that.’
'Sarah is made for this work. She was very patient and accommodating, and willing to help with whatever I needed to feel less overwhelmed. She's great with the little one and a fantastic cook! I highly recommend Sarah and wish I could have held on to her longer myself!'
’A very belated but huge thank you for all your support and care during the first few months of settling into life with our little lady. I loved our visits and the experience and insights you gave, but with very little pressure ‘to do’ too much. It gave me the confidence to listen to my instincts as a new mum which was invaluable.’
'Sarah was a lifeline for us! She has a very friendly and calm personality. I liked that she had two small children herself and so had recent, first hand knowledge.'
'Sarah was a reassuring influence and wise council during those early weeks with our first child.
Her relaxed personality meant we were instantly comfortable with our new born baby and felt we could ask for guidance on endless topics. Hearing a reassuring "Its totally normal" was just what was needed and we'll be forever thankful for.'
‘Having Sarah’s support in the early days was brilliant. Whether to have a chat and provide advice, allowing you to get a precious nap or making tasty home cooked meals instead of eating yet another frozen ready meal - I can highly recommend Sarah!’
'Sarah is fantastic. I wasn’t planning on looking for a doula, then when my daughter was six weeks old we suddenly needed some help. Sarah is warm, calm, and so very knowledgeable about getting everyone back on track after a new baby. I can’t recommend her highly enough, and would be happy to talk to anyone who has questions about our experience.'
'Sarah is an incredibly caring, thoughtful and patient doula. She listens to your needs and adapts her services to suit each individual. Having Sarah as a sounding board really helped me as a first time mum and allowed me for a couple of hours a week to catch up on my personal admin as well as keep on top of my home. Sarah is trustworthy and someone I would highly recommend to anyone considering a doula.'
'Sarah is very kind, patient and wise. She really helped us settle into life with our baby and I wish we could have had her for longer. She was great with our son and taught me a lot. I highly recommend.'
‘Thank you so much for all your help and support these last six months. It would have been a very different experience without you. You’ve been amazing and we’ll miss you lots.’
’Sarah assisted me after the birth of my first child and her help was invaluable! She was always ready to listen and provide guidance and is an awesome cook of nutritious food as well. I would definitely recommend for anyone considering a doula.’
