About me

Born and bred in Bedfordshire, I have always adored babies and everything to do with them. I remember back to when I was 5 years old, seeing my mother pregnant with my twin sisters and watching her breastfeed them - I was absolutely fascinated. One of the twins went on to have a home birth in 2009 with her 3rd child and I was lucky enough to be there to witness it and be a support to her, albeit in a small way!

As the mother of a teenager, I can remember the wonder as well as the concerns surrounding my pregnancy and birth as though it were yesterday. I was fortunate to have my step-mother as my Birth and Postnatal Doula and she was an absolute fairy god mother! Admittedly, I had no idea of the term Doula at the time, but the entire experience stayed with me and has guided me in the support I have given to friends and family over the years.

I completed my training with Developing Doulas this year and I'm now practicing as a Mentored Doula. I'm excited to continue my Doula role in a more formal capacity and looking forward to supporting many more lovely ladies and their bumps and babies!

I'm a down to earth person who enjoys a good laugh, good food and great company! I live in Bedford and my family, pets, home and garden top the list of the many fantastic things in my world.

MY PERSONAL MISSION

As a trained Doula, I’ll be available to listen, inform and reassure during pregnancy; support in labour with positioning, massage, breathing and relaxation; be right there during the birth; support breastfeeding and initial care and assist during the first few days and weeks after a birth. My aim is to help women feel confident and empowered as they navigate a magical female experience! I will make time for pregnant women in person, online and on the phone and I can join a Bump and Baby Care journey at any stage. Using evidence based care, I’ll work with all involved to have the calmness, comfort and companionship needed to grow, birth and care for a baby with kindness and loving care.

Carla xx

It's my passion to encourage pregnant women and new mums to see themselves as I see them - they are superbeings doing amazing things!