Birth & Postnatal Doula Support
in Gloucestershire
Gentle, Personalised Doula Care for Families Across Gloucestershire
Hello, I'm Jasmine, a Birth and Postnatal Doula supporting growing families throughout Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas.
Bringing a baby into the world is one of life's most profound transitions, I’ve done it twice. It can be exciting, emotional, empowering and sometimes overwhelming all at once. During this time, having someone by your side who listens without judgement, offers reassurance and helps you navigate your choices can make a meaningful difference.
My role as your doula is to walk alongside you throughout pregnancy, birth and the early weeks of parenthood, providing compassionate, evidence-based support that is centred entirely around you and your family.
Whether you're planning a home birth, hospital birth, induction, caesarean birth or simply exploring your options, I am here to help you feel informed, confident and deeply supported every step of the way.
If you're searching for a trusted Birth Doula in Gloucestershire or Postnatal Doula support close to home, I would be honoured to be part of your journey.
Birth & Postpartum Doula Services across Gloucestershire
Every family's experience is unique, which is why my support is tailored to your individual needs, circumstances and hopes for birth and beyond.
I offer emotional, practical and informational support throughout:
Pregnancy
Birth planning and decision-making
Labour and birth
Recovery after birth
Newborn adjustment
Feeding support
Early parenthood and family wellbeing
I work with families across:
Gloucester
Cheltenham
Stroud
Cirencester
Tetbury
Tewkesbury
Nailsworth
Dursley
Stonehouse
Northleach
Bibury
South Cerney
Fairford
South Gloucestershire
The wider Cotswolds region
Why Choose a Doula in Gloucestershire?
Many parents hire me because they want more than information alone. They want someone who can offer continuity, encouragement and a calming presence throughout an important chapter in their lives.
A doula provides dedicated support that focuses entirely on your emotional wellbeing, confidence and individual experience.
Working together can help you:
Feel more prepared for labour and birth
Gain clarity around your choices and options
Build confidence in your instincts and decisions
Feel emotionally held throughout pregnancy
Receive continuous support during labour
Strengthen communication with your maternity team
Feel nurtured during the early days with your baby
Approach parenthood with greater confidence and reassurance
My aim is never to tell you what your birth should look like, but to help you discover what feels right for you.
Pregnancy Support & Birth Preparation
Pregnancy is about so much more than preparing for birth. It is also a time of emotional change, reflection and anticipation.
Together, we'll create space to explore your hopes, questions and concerns while helping you prepare for the arrival of your baby in a way that feels calm and manageable.
Our time together may include:
Exploring your birth preferences
Understanding your maternity care options
Discussing evidence-based information
Working through fears or anxieties around birth
Building confidence in your body's ability to birt
My role is to help you feel informed without feeling overwhelmed, supported without feeling pressured, and empowered to make decisions that feel right for your family.
Continuous Birth Doula Support
Birth can be unpredictable, which is why many families find comfort in knowing they have a familiar and trusted person by their side throughout labour.
When labour begins, I provide steady support focused on helping you feel safe, calm and cared for.
This may include:
Creating a peaceful and supportive environment
Encouragement and emotional reassurance
Comfort measures for labour
Breathing and relaxation techniques
Supporting your birth partner
Helping you navigate changing circumstances
Holding space for your wishes and preferences
I work alongside your midwives and healthcare team, complementing the care they provide while focusing on your emotional and practical needs throughout the birth experience.
Postnatal Doula Support in Gloucestershire
The weeks after birth are often filled with immense love, but they can also bring exhaustion, uncertainty and adjustment.
During this tender period, many parents need caring support just as much as they did during pregnancy, if not more.
My postnatal doula support is designed to nurture the mother, so she can nurture the baby. I’ll help you recover, rest and settle into your new rhythm.
Support may include:
A listening ear and emotional reassurance
Breastfeeding and infant feeding support
Gentle guidance with newborn care
Practical help around the home
Preparing nourishing drinks, snacks and light meals
Supporting older children
Encouraging rest and recovery
Helping you build confidence in caring for your baby
You deserve to feel cared for too.
My aim is to create a calm and supportive space where you can focus on healing, bonding and adjusting to life with your newborn without feeling as though you have to do everything alone.
Supporting Families Across Gloucestershire & The Cotswolds
I work with families throughout Gloucestershire, including those planning births at local hospitals, birth centres and home settings across the county.
Whether you are welcoming your first baby or growing your family, I offer personalised doula support designed around your unique needs and circumstances.
From Gloucester and Cheltenham to Stroud, Cirencester, Tetbury and the surrounding Cotswold villages, I am passionate about helping families feel seen, heard and supported throughout pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.
Begin Your Journey Into Parenthood Feeling Supported
Pregnancy, birth and the early weeks with your baby are experiences that stay with you for a lifetime.
Having the right support can help you move through this chapter feeling more confident, connected and cared for.
If you are looking for a Birth Doula in Gloucestershire or Postnatal Doula support across the Cotswolds, I would love to hear from you.
Get in touch to arrange a discovery call and learn more about personalised doula support packages
Frequently Asked Questions
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I support families across Gloucestershire, including Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester, Tetbury, Tewkesbury, Nailsworth, Dursley and the surrounding Cotswolds villages. If you're unsure whether I cover your area, please get in touch and I'll be happy to discuss your location.
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Absolutely. Many families choose doula support for home births because they value having continuous emotional and practical support throughout labour and birth. I work alongside your midwifery team to help create a calm and reassuring environment at home.
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Yes. Doula support can be incredibly valuable for planned caesarean births. I can help you prepare emotionally and practically, discuss your birth preferences, support your partner and help you feel informed and confident throughout the experience..
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During pregnancy, I offer personalised support to help you prepare for birth and early parenthood. This may include discussing your birth preferences, exploring evidence-based information, preparing for postpartum recovery, talking through concerns or fears, and helping you understand your options within maternity care.
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Many families choose to book their doula as early as possible, typically between 8-20 weeks. However, it's never too late to enquire. If I have availability, I am happy to support families at any stage of pregnancy.
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You can get in touch to arrange a discovery call where we can talk through your pregnancy, birth plans and the kind of support you’re looking for. This is a relaxed opportunity to see whether my support feels like the right fit for your family.
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Absolutely. My role is not to replace your birth partner but to support both of you. Many partners find that having a doula present allows them to feel more confident, involved and able to focus on supporting you throughout labour and birth.