Hi, I'm Kate,

My births have all been very different, each teaching me something new about the incredible journey of pregnancy, labour and birth. I had my first daughter, Sophie, when I was 18. It was a very medicalised experience and while the professionals were kind and caring, I felt somewhat disconnected from the process. Nine years later, with my second baby, I thought I was better prepared — I even wrote a ‘birth plan’. But birth, as we all know, has a way of unfolding in its own unique way and I realised that I had to much to learn about how to make my preferences possible. In my later pregnancies, I was monitored more closely by the hospital. While everything was handled sensitively and having a midwife who truly knew me made all the difference. Her encouragement, knowledge and support helped me navigate each birth with more confidence and reassurance. I’ve also been fortunate to have incredible women by my side during each labour, offering guidance, care and companionship throughout the experience. At 43, I became a grandmother — though my grandchildren call me ‘Kitty’. Being present at all three of my daughter’s births was a beautiful and inspiring experience. Watching her approach birth with calm, confidence and presence reminded me what it’s truly like to be involved, supported and empowered throughout labour. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing a wide spectrum of birth experiences — the challenges, the surprises and the profound joys. Each birth is unique and miraculous and every family deserves to feel informed, prepared and supported as they navigate this journey. It is this passion that inspired me to become a doula: to walk alongside families with empathy, encouragement and practical support, helping them feel empowered and cared for every step of the way.