4TH HOUSE BIRTH

I will never be able to thank Léa enough for her presence and support in such an important time in our lives. The due date had already passed and something was missing. Me and my husband decided we needed someone who could advocate for my birth wishes, so we thought last minute to try and find a doula, and this was the best thing we did.

Despite only having met her a couple of days before giving birth, I trusted Léa to guide me and help me to go through my wish of having my baby boy with the least medical intervention possible, trust my body and my instincts. She was my advocate. We talked about what mattered to me, my goals and my past experience at giving birth to my eldest child. She also shared her experiences and knowledge.

During labor, she knew my birth preferences and I saw that in the details: Léa worked together with the birth centre team and was available even when we were at home after birth.

She was there for me, so gentle and calm. At the same time, she was encouraging and confident. I would definitely have her again as a doula as I believe she was the key element for such a successful birth experience.

Maria, Gabriel’s Mum

My husband and I decided to use a doula for the birth of our second son following the emergency c-section birth of our first. I wanted to feel in control and fully informed of my choices from somebody separate from the medical profession and honestly, I think it was the best thing we could have done.

It is so clear that Léa is incredibly passionate about what she does. She is extremely well-informed and really helped me with decisions I had to make along the way. I found pregnancy quite tough, especially towards the end as I got to 42 weeks. Léa was so nurturing towards me, always checking in with me over the phone and in person, but certainly not in an overwhelming way.

As I got further down the line with no sign of an arrival, as is usually the case, I started to feel the full force of the medical profession and was starting to lose confidence in my thought process.

At every step, Léa was there with helpful research and detailed evidence; she was incredibly supportive during a number of tricky conversations I had to have with obstetricians and the knowledge that she always had my back was so reassuring for my husband and I. In the end it was a planned C-section, but I felt so in control and very confident in the decision and that was all thanks to Léa.

Izzy, Finn's Mum

I started speaking with Léa when I was deliberating whether or not to plan a home birth with my second child. She had so much knowledge and guidance that helped me make my decision. Throughout the rest of the pregnancy and the birth she was incredibly supportive and so clearly passionate about ensuring I had everything in place to have the birth I wanted.

When my daughter decided to make an early arrival I was in touch with Léa throughout early labour and she kept me calm and focused! It was an amazing home birth that I couldn't have done without her. Would highly recommend.

Emily, Willow’s Mum

Léa provided exceptional support throughout the entire birthing journey. Pre-labour, she offered invaluable guidance, resources and reassurance, ensuring we felt informed and prepared.

During labour, she was a calm and steady presence, offering good physical and emotional support while advocating for our preferences.

Always kind, compassionate, and approachable, she created a safe and nurturing environment every step of the way.

Sarah, Marie-Lou’s Mum