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A Simple, Honest Guide to Birth Interventions
A Simple, Honest Guide to Birth Interventions From me, @happysoulmama — your doula in Hackney Birth is natural — but sometimes,...
Emily-Clare Hill
14 hours ago


Physiological Birth: My Body, My Baby, My Way
By a Doula Who Trusts in Birth There’s a quiet power in physiological birth. Not just in the act of giving birth without unnecessary...
Emily-Clare Hill
5 days ago


The Phases of Labour: Beginning, Middle & End
The Phases of Labour: Beginning, Middle & End By Happy Soul Mama - Emily-Clare Hill This is where things start to shift. Surges (you...
Emily-Clare Hill
5 days ago


Natural Ways to Encourage Labour (That Don’t Involve Bouncing on a Ball for Hours)
You’re nearing (or maybe past) your due date, firstly ignore this delete any due date tiers, add two weeks to the date they gave you! (And if you're before that date wahoo!) Your texts are full of “Any signs yet?” and your body feels ready—but baby seems to be taking their sweet time.
Before heading down the induction path, let’s talk about some natural ways to gently nudge things along—emphasis on gentle. Because the truth is, labour begins when your baby and your body ar
Emily-Clare Hill
7 days ago
Meconium in Labour: What Are Your Options?
Meconium in Labour: What Are Your Options? You’ve planned your birth, you’ve visualised the flow, and now you’re in the moment—then...
Emily-Clare Hill
7 days ago


12 Things a Doula Will Do That You Didn’t Realise You Needed
When people hear the word doula , they often think of someone rubbing a back during labour or offering calming words in the birth room —...
Emily-Clare Hill
Apr 14
Birth Choices in England: Home, Birth Centre, Hospital & C-Section – Finding the Right Fit for You
Birth Choices in England: Home, Birth Centre, Hospital & C-Section – Finding the Right Fit for You Choosing where to give birth is a...
Emily-Clare Hill
Mar 31


How a Doula Can Reduce Birth Trauma, Unnecessary Interventions, and Risks
How a Doula Can Reduce Birth Trauma, Unnecessary Interventions, and Risks
Emily-Clare Hill
Mar 9


Finding the Right Doula for You: A Guide to Personalised Support
Bringing a new life into the world is a deeply personal journey, and having the right support can make all the difference. A doula...
Emily-Clare Hill
Mar 4


Why you need a doula: The unsung ally of birth
Why You Need a Doula: The Unsung Ally of Birth Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most transformative experiences in life, yet...
Emily-Clare Hill
Feb 19
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