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reclaim your birth

you don't need me, but you know you want me

Pooja always made me feel seen and heard that was priceless

I honestly felt like I had someone in my corner the whole time who just got me. I was able to stay calm and present because I knew I was supported emotionally and practically. I felt heard in every decision and never pressured, just guided and respected. She knew exactly what I needed and when. 
I knew I wanted her and I am so glad I hired her! 1000% worth it and I wouldn't hesitate to book her again!

-priya

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a decision you will never regret

hiring pooja was the best investment for our birth

Pooja gave me and my wife so much knowledge, provided so many facts, stats and much more that you wouldn't know - she knew it all. She was always in our corner fighting for us even when things changed. She brought a calm presence throughout our journey, provided us with emotional support and information before the birth, during & after ensuring we knew the facts not blindsided by professionals.

-ravi

your birth bestie

continuity of care at it's best

You know what you want and you already know the answer.

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You want to walk into your birth like a Queen, a Goddess, a Boss Woman who knows exactly how to OWN IT. You have control over your life and you're not going to let someone else take that power away from your body, baby and birth. You want to look back at your birth knowing you made the decisions that were right for your with the information you had- you are not giving your power or autonomy away (just like you wouldn't on any other given day!)

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You know nothing flows when you "go with the flow" and you aren't chancing it. You know you're an EXPERT IN YOU but you also know that "the experts" don't know you and that's why you're here.

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You know you don't need me to tell you what to do. You are not a bystander for your birth.

You want to be held and protected in your space so you can completely SURRENDER INTO YOURSELF. 

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You know you don't need to seek permission. You are not in victim mode.

You want to be heard, unconditionally supported and advocated so you can completely SURRENDER TO THE PROCESS.

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You know you don't need to know it all. NO ONE KNOWS IT ALL!

You want to make informed choices that feel right for you, your body and your baby with ZERO DOUBT.

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It's not about achieving "the perfect birth". It's about power. Your power that you have chosen NOT to give to anyone else because you are RECLAIMING IT FOR YOURSELF!

 

This is your vibe and you already know I am the ONLY Cheerleader, Wing Woman and Birth Bestie for you!

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Because I know you don't need fixing.

​Because I know you deserve individualised and personalised care. One size does not fit all.

​Because I know you are invested to OWN YOUR BIRTH!

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And I am already excited to be on your birth team!

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limited availability

only 3 spaces left for birth doula 2026

only 2 spaces left for postnatal doula 2026

how can we work together?

I am a specialist in:

  • South Indian Culture

  • Perinatal Mental Health

  • Maternal Mental Health

  • High Risk Pregnancies

  • Home Births​

  • Neurodivergence

  • Previous Birth Trauma 

  • Early Years

nurtured
birth doula package

recommended for first time parents

A continuity of care experience centred on comfort, steady guidance, and being fully held and supported throughout your entire journey from pregnancy to parenthood.

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  • 1 "Get to know you" virtual consultation (30 mins)

  • Continuous support starts from 6 weeks pregnant- 6 weeks postpartum

  • In person, Virtual support via phone, WhatsApp, email throughout

  • 3 In person Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Sessions (3 hrs each)

  • Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Printed Manual and Resources

  • 1 In person Postnatal Planning Session (3 hrs)

  • 1 In person Birth Plan Session (2 hrs)

  • Support to any Midwife/ Hospital Visits

  • On call 24/7 from 38 weeks- baby's birth

  • Free Birth Pool Hire

  • Support in person in active labour & birth

  • Support immediately post birth (upto 2 hours)

  • Access to Resource Library

  • Access to Online Portal with Hypnobirthing tracks and Birth resources​

  • In person visit at 24 hours and 48 hours post birth (1 hr each)

  • 6 In- Person Postnatal Sessions (2 hrs each)

£3995*

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* Travel charges may apply if over 10 miles away from my home.

* Due/ On Call Periods between 01 December and 10 January  incur an additional fee of £2000.​

tanushree

Pooja had extensive subject knowledge which helped us to question medical professionals recommendations so that we could have a more natural birth. She was also able to explain what the next steps would likely be, this enabled us to make informed decisions and implement hypnobirthing techniques where required. Pooja was a protector of my dignity throughout labour and birth.

guided
birth doula package

recommended for first time parents

A continuous support experience centred on calm guidance, trusted care, and being meaningfully supported from 3rd Trimester to birth and postpartum.

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  • 1 "Get to know you" virtual consultation (30 mins)

  • Continuous support starts from 20 weeks pregnant- 6 weeks postpartum

  • Virtual support via phone, WhatsApp, email throughout

  • 3 In person Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Sessions (3 hrs each)

  • Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Printed Manual and Resources

  • 1 In person Birth Plan Session (2 hrs)

  • On call 24/7 from 38 weeks- baby's birth

  • Support in person in active labour & birth

  • Support immediately post birth (upto 2 hours)

  • Access to Resource Library

  • Access to Online Portal with Hypnobirthing tracks and Birth resources​

  • 3 In- Person Postnatal Session (2 hrs each)

  • Virtual support via phone, WhatsApp, email for 6 weeks postpartum

£2995

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* Travel charges may apply if over 10 miles away from my home.

* Due/ On Call Periods between 01 December and 10 January  incur an additional fee of £2000.​

dharmesh

As a father to be, I was worried I would feel powerless during my wife's labour and that I would be unable to support her. However, Pooja's guidance and extensive subject knowledge empowered me to play an active role in my wife's labour, question medical professionals confidently and, most importantly, make informed decisions to safeguard my wife and child.

supported
birth doula package

suitable for subsequent pregnancies

A steady support experience providing reassurance, helpful guidance, and trusted doula care throughout towards the end of your pregnancy to birth and postpartum.

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  • 1 "Get to know you" virtual consultation (30 mins)

  • Continuous support starts from 30 weeks pregnant- 4 weeks postpartum

  • Virtual support via phone, WhatsApp, email throughout

  • 1 In person Antenatal Session (3 hrs)

  • 1 In person Birth Plan Session (2 hrs)

  • On call 24/7 from 38 weeks- baby's birth

  • Support in person in active labour & birth

  • Support immediately post birth (upto 2 hours)

  • Access to Resource Library

  • 1 In- Person Postnatal Session (upto 2 hrs)

  • Virtual support via phone, WhatsApp, email for 4 weeks postpartum

£1995

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* Travel charges may apply if over 10 miles away from my home.

* Due/ On Call Periods between 01 December and 10 January  incur an additional fee of £2000.​

* Bookings made at or after 37 weeks pregnant requiring immediate support incur an additional charge of £200.

vidhi

Pooja was a constant advocate and supporter, reminding me of my birth preferences. Pooja supported my preferences of natural techniques, requesting birth balls, our own space, reminding me to use down breathing and even administered rebozo technique which massively helped during labour and I think contributed to me having no tears!!

birth only doula

only available for my hypnobirthing families

A short-notice doula package designed to offer immediate support, practical guidance, and a calming presence as you prepare for birth.

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  • Continuous support starts from 37 weeks pregnant- 2 weeks postpartum

  • Virtual support via phone, WhatsApp, email 

  • 1 In person Birth Plan Session (2 hrs)

  • On call 24/7 from 39 weeks- baby's birth

  • Support in person in active labour & birth

  • Support immediately post birth (upto 2 hours)

  • 1 In- Person Postnatal Session (upto 2 hrs)

£1595*

Pregnant Woman Assistance

* Travel charges may apply if over 10 miles away from my home.

* Due/ On Call Periods between 01 December and 10 January  incur an additional fee of £2000.​

* Bookings made at or after 37 weeks pregnant requiring immediate support incur an additional charge of £200.

bethan

We had Pooja as our Doula at quite short notice and it was the best decision we could have made. She guided us and informed us every step of the way and without her being there I don’t think I would have been able to given birth naturally as there was quite a few times I felt like giving up, but her support, advice, massage techniques, the list goes on, were invaluable. 

postnatal doula services

A nurturing postnatal support experience offering practical help, emotional reassurance, and gentle care as you adjust to life with your baby. 

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Available for biological and adoptive parents from birth to baby's first birthday.

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Area's I can support in:​

  • Emotional Support

  • Newborn Care Guidance

  • Feeding Support

  • Practical Household Support

  • Family Support (inc. older siblings)

  • Postnatal Recovery Support

  • Education & Information

  • Outings

  • Confidence Building

  • Baby's Milestones and Development

  • Baby Massage Routines

  • Baby Yoga Exercises

10 hours- £400*
20 hours- £750*

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* Travel charges may apply if over 10 miles away from my home.

* Support outside of term time (any school holidays/ bank holidays) incur an additional charge of £50 per session. ​

* Bookings requiring immediate support incur an additional charge of £400.

bella and jamie

We honestly don’t know how we would have managed those early weeks with twins without this support. We don't have any family local to us and no other means of support until we found Pooja. From help with feeding and bathing to gentle emotional reassurance and practical support around the home, everything made such a difference. Pooja has the warmest soul and we recommend her to everyone without a second thought!

doula enquiry form

Drop me your details and we can see how I can best support you!

Which service are you interested in? Required

I'll be in touch to Do-ula this!

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why have a doula?

Hiring a doula isn’t just about having someone in the room — it’s about having the right person in your corner.

With me by your side, you can:

  • Feel anchored and calm, even when plans change

  • Reduce your chances of interventions and caesarean birth

  • Have your dignity and choices fiercely protected

  • Shorten labour and improve recovery

  • Support your partner so they feel confident too

evidence

Research has shown that having a doula with you through childbirth can:
 

  • Shorten the length for labour by 25%

  • Reduce the need for pain relief by 30%

  • Reduce epidural requests by 60%

  • Decrease caesarean section rate by 50%

  • Enhance the birth experience for both mother and father

  • ​Increase the likelihood of successful breastfeeding

siya & rahul

Pooja is so much more than just another person in the room. She created a calm and respectful environment for us- even when things started to move away from Plan A. Not once did we feel that she was not on our side. We honestly can't thank Pooja enough for everything she did for us, nor can it be reflected properly in a review. We will forever be indebted to the love Pooja showed the three of us during the birth of our first child.

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working with midwives

and other birth professionals

I believe the best birth support comes when everyone works together — you, your partner, your midwives, and your doula all united for the same goal: your safety, dignity, and positive birth experience.

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Over the years, I’ve built strong, respectful relationships with midwives across Leicester — especially the Leicester Home Birth Team, who know me by name, value my input, and welcome me into births. They recognise how my presence helps mothers feel calmer, more confident, and more in control, which in turn supports their work.

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Whether we’re in your home or on the labour ward, I communicate openly with your care team so that your wishes are understood and respected. You’ll feel reassured knowing your doula and your midwives are on the same page, working together for you.

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leicester home birth team midwives

"When Pooja is in the room, you can feel the mother’s confidence grow — it’s a joy to work alongside her."

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"When Pooja walks into the room, you can almost feel the atmosphere shift — the mother relaxes, the partner breathes easier, and the whole birth space feels calmer."

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“Her ability to advocate respectfully yet firmly for the family is invaluable. It makes our job easier knowing the mother is truly supported.”

but i have a birth partner...

I'm an addition not a replacement

I work alongside your partner providing support for them too, reassuring them along the way so that they, in turn, can support you better. 


Birth partners may have little or no knowledge about birth, medical procedures, or what goes on in a hospital and why would they... this is not their role.

 

It is also likely that they really love you! As doulas we love all our clients, but not in the same way as a romantic partner or as a parent this is great for you as it means that we still want the very best for you but we can remain objective and give balanced information.

what can I do for you?

  • Provides continuity of care

  • Provide up- to- date information

  • Remain impartial

  • Supports you

  • Supports your birth partner

  • Provide evidence based care

  • Advocate your wishes

  • Present information in a neutral and balanced way

  • Sounding board & voice of reasoning

  • Helps you through your birth plan

  • Suggests positions for labour and birth

  • Gives the best massages (thank my Nail Tech!)

  • Feed, hydrate and nurtures you

  • Supports breastfeeding

  • Cooks for you (you provide the ingredients)

  • Watches baby whilst you catch up on sleep

  • Helps you go shopping/ get out the house

  • An extra pair of hands

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The list is truly endless but basically... I have your back!

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book a free consultation

a perfect chance to get to know each other

​A 30 minute zoom call to answer your questions about my role in your support and an opportunity for us all to know if we are right for each other.

 

There's nothing to lose and so much to gain!

PLEASE NOTE: I am not a medical professional. It is then your responsibility to ask your medical professional any clinical questions before you make a choice about accepting or declining any intervention. My role as your doula is to support your choices and wishes as best possible.

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how can i help you?

take your pick...

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