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pooja mistry

mUMma OF 2, bIRTH bESTIE, mASI

I believe every woman deserves to feel informed, heard and empowered to own her birth & parenting story, and I’m here to help make that happen.

why I'm here...

Stronger Women. Stronger Mothers.
Stronger Communities.

I’m here to change the way women experience, understand and talk about birth; bringing together the wisdom of our roots with modern evidence, so women can trust themselves and own their choices as they walk into their mothering journey.

Because when a woman chooses herself, the impact doesn’t stop with her, it causes the ripple effect that shapes her family, her community and the generations that follow.

meet pooja

a true desi girl

I'm an OG Leicester Girl with my values deeply enrooted in my heritage home of India. I live with my husband and 2 boys, am my parents only child and come from 2 very large extended families (one here in Leicester and one back home in India!)

 

Living in the UK, being exposed to infertility within the family from an early age and hearing all the fear and negative stories that came with pregnancy and birth really frightened me. I have always been obsessed with the pregnant body and in awe of how women can grow an entire human and then birth their babies- but something felt massively off when I was hearing the women around me word vomiting their horrendous experiences with professionals who were supposed to be caring for them and then finishing with "I was so glad that they saved me". It just didn't make sense!

 

Why does every woman need saving?

How is it that pregnancy is such a celebrated experience yet birth is feared as an event you must endure?​

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The list of questions I had were endless and I never found anyone who could answer them... Not here in the UK anyway. Not until I spoke to my Aaji (Maternal Grandmother). ​​

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​Birth was normal in India. 

 

Aaji shared beautiful stories of women being supported and celebrated at each stage. How girls were welcomed to watch, learn and the knowledge was passed down. How women observed, encouraged, held space and had patience to see how things unfold. She explained how a pregnant woman was encouraged to do particular house chores to help the body and pelvis prepare for birth. She explained how The Village Dai (Midwife) provided reassurance and presence. She explained that post birth a new mother is massaged, care for and fed for at least 6 weeks to allow her body to rest from pregnancy and childbirth. She explained how babies were always held by mothers with zero pressure to separate them. 

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Aaji told me every pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey were celebrated!

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I wanted what she was sharing but I couldn't understand how this was even remotely possible until I chose to make a change for myself.

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I chose to research.

I chose to unlearn and relearn.

I chose a birth team that felt right for me.

I chose to understand my body and the maternity system.

I chose to reclaim my roots and take back the control.

I chose me.

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And now I get share my wisdom whilst doing a job that I love by working with women like you who know exactly what they want!

I get to watch you honour yourself, your roots and your voice!

I get to witness you embrace your power.

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​And the ripple effect is incredible.

Stronger Women

Stronger Mothers

Stronger Communities!

BIRTH DOULA • POSTNATAL DOULA • HYPNOBIRTHING •

Thank you, Pooja, for your kindness, expertise, and encouragement. We are so grateful to have found you and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone expecting a baby.

-ellie

Pooja is incredibly passionate about what she does, and that really shines through. She takes the time to listen, understand what you need and make you feel completely comfortable and supported. 

-Kriti

-sonal

Pooja is extremely kind, compassionate and very understanding. She has this natural calming presence that eases the whole room. We are so grateful to have met her and she will always hold a special place in our hearts.
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pooja masi

the best title given

The love, trust and kindness my families show me will always be appreciated.

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Welcoming me not only to your Birth/ Postpartum Team but also into your family with the title of Masi will always be one I hold with honor.

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LEICESTER • LEICESTERSHIRE • SOUTH ASIAN SPECIALIST • NEURODIVERGENCE • PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH • HOMEBIRTH • FREEBIRTH • VBAC • HBAC • IVF • INDUCTION • CAESAREAN • PREVIOUS BIRTH TRAUMA •

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MY BIRTH

EMPOWERING BROWN WOMEN

Indian women are still underrepresented in the birth world.

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I share images from my own birth journey not to set expectations or suggest there is one “right” way to birth, but to help normalise and celebrate the representation of the modern Indian woman.

BIRTH DOULA

Continuous, individulaised support for your pregnancy, birth and the moments in between.

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For women who want an experienced birth bestie in their corner!

 

I am here to help you prepare, understand your choices and feel empowered no whatever your birth brings.

POSTNATAL DOULA

Because you deserve to be nurtured too.

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For women who want to thrive not just survive!

 

I provide practical, emotional and hands-on support personalised to you as you find your feet with your new baby and your new life.

HYPNOBIRTHING

Prepare your mind, body and birth partner for birth.

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For couples who want to feel informed and prepared for their birthing journey!

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Realistic, evidence-based preparation to help you understand birth, work with your body and feel confident navigating your choices.

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*£100 deposit is non refundable. Remaining payment is due 2 weeks prior to course commencement.

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