Are you looking for a birth doula?
You've found one! Well actually you've found two...
I’m a birth and postnatal doula based in Edinburgh and West Lothian, supporting families across Scotland with care that’s calm, down-to-earth, and totally tailored to you. You can choose one of my individual packages, or go for shared care, where the lovely Claire and I team up to support you through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. That’s double the doula, for less than you’d think. Win - win, right?
If you're curious about how a doula can support you, click here to find out.
Or if you want to see what’s inside my doula support packages? Keep scrolling; there’s something for every stage.
And if you’re ready to chat or just have questions swirling in your head reach out anytime. I’m here for it.
MY DOULA PACKAGES
Birth Doula Package
£1295
3 relaxed antenatal visits
Time for chats, tea, planning, and prep; whatever you need to feel informed and supported.
WhatsApp support throughout your pregnancy
Got a question? Just need to vent? I’m here for all of it, message me anytime.
Access to my doula library
Books, birth equipment, and solid, evidence-based resources, all yours to borrow while we work together.
24/7 on-call support from 38+4 to 42 weeks
When baby says “it’s time,” I’m ready, day or night.
Support during your birth
Whether it’s at home, in a birth centre, or hospital, I’ll be right there with you, holding the space and backing you up every step of the way.
1 postnatal visit
Once baby’s here, I’ll come by for a catch-up, a debrief, and whatever support you need in those early days.
Postpartum Support
£695
20 hours of postnatal support, spread over your first 6 weeks
Flexible, responsive care, tailored to what you need, when you need it most.
We’ll start with a birth debrief
A safe space to talk it through, whether it was empowering, overwhelming, or somewhere in between.
Then it’s whatever support looks like for you
That might mean feeding support, meal prepping, taking care of older siblings (or furry ones), tidying up, holding baby while you nap, or just listening while you talk it out.
Phone, text & WhatsApp support throughout
You’re not doing this alone. If something’s on your mind, message me anytime.
Full Doula Package
£1890
Everything from both the Birth Package and the Postnatal Package
Wrapped up into one beautiful, continuous thread of care, from your pregnancy, through birth, and into those early weeks of life with your new little human.
You’ll have consistent support from someone who knows your story, your preferences, and your rhythms, until you’re feeling confident, grounded, and ready to send me on my way (no fuss, no fanfare… unless you want one).
All fees are payable in installments
What is shared care?
Meet the dream team.
Claire and I often team up to offer shared care, because two doulas can sometimes be better than one.
We’re both with you for your antenatal sessions, both just a call or WhatsApp away, and both bringing our own knowledg, experience and calm presence to your journey. And the best part? You won’t ever have to rely on a backup doula you’ve never met. One of us will always be there when you need us.
We can help you prep for birth, support you on the day, or jump on a call if you’re trying to make sense of your options. Basically, whatever you need, we’ve got you. Two doulas, one team (wooly hats optional).
You're also totally welcome to join our monthly group antenatal sessions, run under Alongside Birth; a lovely way to get prepped, meet others, and feel a bit more ready for what’s ahead.
Ways of working with us together.
Full Birth Doula Package
£1595
All the support you could ever want but from two doulas instead of one!
3 relaxed antenatal visits
Time for chats, tea, planning, and prep; whatever you need to feel informed and supported.
WhatsApp support throughout your pregnancy
Got a question? Just need to vent? We're here for all of it, message us anytime.
Access to my doula library
Books, birth equipment, and solid, evidence-based resources, all yours to borrow while we work together.
24/7 on-call support from 38+4 to 42 weeks
When baby says “it’s time,” We're ready, day or night.
Support during your birth
Whether it’s at home, in a birth centre, or hospital, we’ll be right there with you, holding the space and backing you up every step of the way.
1 postnatal visit
Once baby’s here, we’ll come by for a catch-up, a debrief, and whatever support you need in those early days.
Full Antenatal Prep
£795
3 relaxed antenatal sessions to discuss...
birth physiology, your options in the system and loads more, and get yourself some evidence based information and preparation.
WhatsApp support throughout your pregnancyGot a question? Just need to vent? We're here for all of it, message us anytime.
Birth debrief
We'll even come back after baby is here to talk it all through with you and help you digest the experience you've had.
Power Hour (ish)
£195
Up to two hours to chat through circumstances that have come up in your pregnancy.
Get all the facts right, talk it through with someone who's unbiased, and make sure that the decisions you make are your own.
Includes ongoing whatsapp support.
All fees are payable in installments
John Kennel
“If a doula were a drug it would be unethical not to use it.”
WHAT IS A DOULA?
What does a doula do (-la)?
A birth doula is someone who supports you — emotionally, physically, and practically — before, during, and after birth. I’m here to support you and your partner,
in feeling informed, calm, and confident throughout the journey.
I’m not here to tell you what to do or push any agenda — I’ll never do that. What I will do is make sure your voice is heard, and that you’ve got the information you need to make choices that feel right for you. I’ll support you in planning the kind of birth you’d like — whether that’s at home, in a birth centre, on a labour ward, or in theatre. And if things change? I’ll still be there, supporting you every step of the way.
As a birth doula based in Edinburgh, I support homebirths, birth centre births, labour ward births and caesareans—and I work with families across Scotland to provide care that feels calm, personalised and rooted in your needs.
Why have a doula?
Evidence shows that having consistent support from a doula during pregnancy and birth can :
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Lower the chances of induction
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Reduce the need for pain relief
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Decrease the likelihood of an instrumental or caesarean birth
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Shorten labour
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Reduce anxiety
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Boost confidence
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Improve your overall memory and experience of birth
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Increase the likelihood of starting breastfeeding
If you're looking for a Scottish doula who will support your decisions and help you feel more prepared, I’d love to chat.
My support is unconditional.
I’m here for you — whatever your preferences, choices around pain relief, or personal values. In the lead-up to your birth, we’ll spend time getting clear on what matters most to you, and that’s what I’ll focus on throughout. My only goal is a positive, supported birth experience — on your terms.
✨ Interested in working with me as your doula?
Take a look at my Birth Support Packages or Postnatal Support to see what might suit you best.
Or if you’re just exploring your options, get in touch — we can have a relaxed chat and go from there.
" My labour didn't go at all how I expected, but I still remained calm throughout thanks to
the information and techniques Julia had taught. "