In this solo episode, I’m giving you a peek behind the curtain at what I actually do as a postpartum doula. It's one of the most common questions I’m asked — and not always easy to answer, because this work is so much more than baby cuddles and casseroles (though there’s plenty of both).

Come with me through a typical (but never quite the same) day in my life as a postpartum doula here in the Devon countryside, where I live with my dog Tui. From my slow morning cup of coffee in the garden to holding space for new mothers to rest, cry, share their birth stories, and feel nourished — emotionally, physically, and spiritually — this episode offers a genuine window into the beauty and depth of postpartum care.

I also share the magic that makes my support truly effective: the detailed postpartum plan I create before baby arrives. It's a complete game-changer for both the families I support and my ability to offer truly aligned care — and I’d love to share that with you too.

• Why this work is so varied — and so satisfying

• How I start my day slowly with my dog Tui in the Devon countryside

• Why I always check in with my client before I visit

• What I prioritise as soon as I arrive (hint: it involves hot tea and second breakfasts)

• The power of holding space for a mother to tell her birth story

• Why postpartum care is about listening, resting, food, massage, and tiny rituals of beauty

• How creating a personalised postpartum plan before birth changes everything

• Why this kind of slow, responsive care is at the heart of what I do — and why I want to share it with you

  
  

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Until next time, I hope your day unfolds with calm, care, and connection.