First Time Parents

“This was my first child and I was so nervous to give birth, and had a lot of anxiety about it. Our biggest concern prior to hiring you as a Doula was whether it would be fully beneficial for us for the money. But after going through the lead-up and the birth, I can say it was worth every cent.  You provided an incredible amount of support and guidance when we asked. As a result, my birth was a positive experience, and not something I will be traumatised from.”   

— Ash and James

"My favourite aspect of care was having someone to support me, while I supported my wife

during labour."

- James

"I decided to hire a doula because I was aiming for a VBAC and after feeling very uneducated in my first pregnancy I knew I wanted to gain as much knowledge as possible and have the best circle of support that I could.

I am so glad that I did, as the support, information and care that we received from Lauren before, during and after the birth of our son was second to none.

Her constant positivity, knowledge and caring nature helped me achieve a successful and empowering VBAC.

I am forever grateful."

— Matilda

"I was unsure of the idea of hiring a doula when Matilda first mentioned it, mainly because I didn’t know much about what a doula does. 

But after having the experience with Lauren and the help she gave throughout the pregnancy and especially for me during the labour, she was great and I couldn’t fault the support we received."

- Ray

"Lauren, we can’t thank you enough for your support, and calming and beautiful presence at our homebirth. 

Thank you for believing in me, for the massages, food, water, cold flannels, the support your shower Josh, help with the cleanup, holding my hand on the bathroom floor and everything else you did that I was oblivious to in my birthing bubble.

You are a fabulous doula and a lovely person and Josh and I are blessed to have met you and had your support during labour."

— Kate and Josh

"I decided to hire a doula after beginning my journey for a VBAC. I was determined to be successful and wanted to make sure I had a supportive team around me who knew what they were doing.

My husband was amazing, but with a lack of knowledge and a toddler to look after I knew we needed some outside help.

As soon as I met Lauren I knew she was going to help me achieve my VBAC. I got a lot of information and support from Lauren and was grateful, especially when my husband was busy or couldn’t be there.

She was amazing throughout the birth, offering quiet support and amazing pressure pain relieving touch! I think this helped me avoid pain relief. It was a long labour and didn’t quite start out as planned but I am 100% certain we couldn’t have done it how we wanted without Lauren.

We both highly recommend Lauren to support your birth."

— Jenny and Dan

"I wasn’t sure about what a doula would offer but after looking into it felt it was something Jen could benefit from. I was surprised at how much it helped me too.

With a busy job and toddler it was great having that back up support and advice on hand. I didn’t have much time for reading and birth prep.

Having a doula really helped me support Jen better."

— Dan

“Lauren was my doula during a time when we were all scared and didn’t know what to expect next due to COVID-19. It was an especially terrifying time for me because I was pregnant with my second baby, and after a traumatic birth with my first, I wanted this birth to be as natural as possible.  

The news came that only one support person could be with me at the Family Birth Centre (FBC). I was devastated Lauren would not be able to guide me through the birth, particularly given my previous traumatic birth experience. 

Thankfully, Lauren was able to be with us at home, helping support me through the contractions, and providing my partner with tips and reassurance which made a big difference to his experience as well as my own. 

I did not get the water birth I had intended (as there wasn’t time to fill the tub) but I did give birth without any drugs which I am so proud of. Without Lauren’s support and helpful advice, I do not think I would have been able to have a drug-free birth I wanted. 

Even though Lauren could not be with us right to the end, I am so grateful for the support she could provide given the circumstances. The experience was incredibly healing for me. 

Knowing what I know now, I wish I had Lauren with me during my first birth.”

— Kaitlin and Sam