BABA Doula Services & Hypnobirthing

You say when, where, who, what and how and you keep asking why!

There is only one person who is in control of their pregnancy and birth and that is YOU!

Hospital policies and guidelines are there for the medical professionals. They are bound by them, you are not. They are restrictive and not always the right thing for the individual person or baby.

However, you as the patient are not bound by these policies or guidelines. You are the person in control. You make the decisions and consent or decline all, some or no elements of maternity care.

If you don’t consent to something that is offered to you during your maternity care, it is considered ‘out of guidance’. This is something that you are entitled to do.

Not all policies and guidelines are based on evidence. In fact, only 9% of guidelines are based on top quality evidence. 50% are based on clinical trials and opinion based and the remaining 41% are based on clinical experience and not based on evidence whatsoever.

Make an informed decision about your maternity care and only accept what is right for you and your baby.

If you need any help making an informed decision, reach out to me. I am here to help you and support you on this journey.

Visit my website or contact me to find out more.

www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x

✨NEW BLOG POST ✨

Do I need a bigger bra if I keep getting blocked milk ducts?

Blocked milk ducts are very common when breastfeeding and can even occur during pregnancy too. They can be so uncomfortable, but what causes them and is it a sign that you might need a bigger bra?

My latest blog post written by will give you all the answers that you are looking for.

“Breast size, shape, weight and sensitivity can and will most likely change significantly during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Your bra size can change up to 5 times throughout this special time.

So, should you size up your bra if you keep getting blocked ducts? The answer depends on several factors, including how your bra fits, how much pressure it puts on breast tissue, and other aspects of breastfeeding and milk flow such as what stage you’re at and the size you are. In this guide, we’ll explain what blocked ducts are, why they happen, whether bras can contribute to them, and how to choose a nursing bra that supports you through your breastfeeding journey.”

Read the full blog here ⤵️

https://www.babadoulaservices.co.uk/do-i-need-a-bigger-bra-if-i-keep-getting-blocked-milk-ducts

Julia x

💞Feeling so grateful for words like these. Thank you so much for this beautiful review — it means the world to be part of such a special journey.

✨ Supporting parents as they step into birth feeling calm, informed and empowered is why I do this work.

This is what hypnobirthing is really about.

💗 Knowledge, confidence, tools and choice — so you can create the birth that you want.

Go from uncertainty to confidence! 🩷

Hearing how supported, informed and empowered my clients feel after our sessions is everything. 💖

If you want to go into birth feeling confident, informed and supported, this is for you. 👍🏻

Get in touch for a free no obligation chat or visit my website to find out more.⬇️

www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x

Birth doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or out of your control. ✨

If you’re pregnant (or know someone who is), this is something every family deserves to know.👀

🩷Hypnobirthing gives you tools to stay calm, confident, and grounded — even when birth feels intense or unpredictable. It helps you understand your body, reduce fear, and feel more in control of your experience.

It isn’t about a “perfect” birth — it’s about feeling supported, confident, and informed no matter how your birth unfolds. 💕

If you’re preparing for birth, how you feel going into it matters just as much as any birth plan. 💗

As a hypnobirthing teacher, I support you to create a birth mindset that feels safe, informed, and empowering — whatever kind of birth you’re planning.

✨ If you’re ready to feel more prepared and confident for birth, I’d love to support you.

Visit my website or contact me to find out more. ⤵️

www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x

Another lovely 5 ⭐️ review from a wonderful Doula client!

Sophie had a beautiful home birth in the birth pool, just as she had hoped for. She was so calm, relaxed and ready to meet her baby girl.

It was such an honour to be able to see Sophie have a gorgeous physiological birth just as she’d planned.

If you are currently pregnant and wanting to have a positive birth experience just like Sophie, then please get in touch. I can help you to prepare fully for your birth, feel calm, confident, informed, excited and supported. Having the support of a Doula has shown to significantly increase your chances of having a positive birth experience, however it plays out.

Get in touch for a free consultation and to find out more.

www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x

Birth support is about so much more than monitoring and measurements. 💞

A doula is there for you — your emotions, your questions, your comfort, your voice.

A Doula does not make decisions for you, and does not replace your medical team — but they walk alongside you with calm, continuity, and reassurance.

Whether your birth is planned or unfolds differently, support can make all the difference in how you feel about your experience.

You deserve to feel heard, supported, and held throughout your journey.

✨ If you’re curious about Doula support, visit my website or get in touch with me to discover more.

www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x

What an incredible year it’s been! ✨

In 2025, I had the absolute honour of witnessing 10 babies enter the world, supporting some truly amazing parents to experience calm, positive and empowering births. I also supported one virtual home birth, proving that support can reach far beyond four walls. 💞

This year included:

🏡 5 planned home births – all beautiful water births

🏠 1 unplanned home birth

🏥 5 hospital births

🚫 0 caesarean sections

Alongside these births, I’ve been privileged to support wonderful postnatal families and work with some truly lovely antenatal and hypnobirthing clients. Every family, every journey, and every birth has been a reminder of just how powerful informed, supported parents can be.

👀 Read my post to discover some of my birth highlights from this year. - I’d love to know in the comments which your favourite is. ❤️

💗 If you’re expecting a baby in 2026 and would love calm, confidence and support on your birth journey, I’d love to work with you.

✨ Get in touch to discuss my birth doula support or to book a hypnobirthing course or antenatal class with me.

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www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x

Feeling scared about birth? You’re not alone! 😳

Here are the 5 fears I hear the most — and what actually helps…

✨ Fear of pain during labour

✨ Fear of a long or difficult labour

✨ Fear of tearing or episiotomy

✨ Fear of complications

✨ Fear of the unknown

The good news? Every one of these fears can be supported with the right tools, knowledge, and preparation. When fear is reduced, birth changes ✨

This is exactly what my doula support and hypnobirthing courses provide.

Would you like to know more about how I can support you during pregnancy and birth and how I can help you to reduce the fears and feel calm and relaxed during labour?

Visit my website and get in touch for an informal chat.

www.babadoulaservices.co.uk

Julia x