Emma Knight - Bloom and Baby Doula
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Birth & Postnatal Doula in South West London
Birthing with a Doula
The birth of a baby is one of life’s most powerful moments.
Being invited into that space is always a privilege. As a birth doula, I provide calm, continuous, and personalised support from the moment we decide to work together. My care begins in pregnancy and continues through labour, birth, and those precious first hours at home.
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My role is to help you feel informed, confident and cared for, however your birth unfolds.
I offer practical comfort measures such as breathing techniques, supportive positions, gentle massage, and hands-on help tailored to what you need in the moment. Whether it’s holding your hand, speaking up for your preferences, or simply being a steady, reassuring presence, I’m there to support you every step of the way.
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This is a team effort.
I also work closely with your birth partner so they feel prepared, involved, and empowered. Together, we create a calm and connected environment where you both feel part of the experience. My aim is to help you approach birth as a team, supported and united in your choices.
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Support doesn’t stop once your baby arrives.
I remain with you in those first magical hours, helping you settle in, supporting feeding if needed, and ensuring you feel safe, heard, and cared for. After you’re home, I offer follow-up postnatal visits to support recovery, provide emotional reassurance, and help you adjust to life with your newborn.
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This is your birth: your body, your choices, your experience.
My commitment is to offer continuity of care and kind, practical support so you feel respected, informed, and truly supported, with a familiar face by your side from pregnancy to parenthood.
Birth Doula Roadmap
Let’s have a chat
We’ll start with a relaxed, no-pressure Zoom call to see if we’re a good fit. We’ll talk about your journey so far, your hopes for birth, and I’ll explain how I work and the support I offer.
Ongoing Support
Once the contract is signed, I’ll create a WhatsApp group for easy contact. You can reach out with any questions or for reassurance. I’ll check in regularly as your due date approaches to make sure you feel ready.
Getting to know each other
Before we get into all the birth prep and perinatal massage, we’ll take a moment to meet and get to know each other a bit better. We’ll keep it casual, just a chance to connect and make sure you feel comfortable.​
Three Pregnancy Prep sessions
These three three-hour sessions, held from the comfort of your own sofa, provide information to help you feel confident and informed about your choices. We’ll cover birth preparation, discuss your preferences, and address any fears or questions you may have. Full details on the Pregnancy Prep sessions here.
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Labour & Birth Support
I’m on call from 10 days before your due date until your baby arrives, available 24/7. You can contact me anytime, day or night, and I’ll be no more than an hour away. When labour starts, I’ll provide continuous support for you and your partner until you’re settled with your baby.
Baby Support
After your baby arrives, I’ll visit you at home for one postnatal session which is a chance to reflect on your birth experience, talk through any questions around feeding or baby care, and simply check in with how you’re doing. I’ll also be available by phone or email for six weeks after the birth, offering ongoing advice, reassurance, or just a listening ear whenever you need it.
Additional Support
I have a TENS machine available for hire to use during labour and an extensive pregnancy book library you can borrow from. I provide links to helpful podcasts and articles, and I’m happy to accompany you to appointments. Throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond, I’m here whenever you need me- once your doula, always your doula.
Back up Doula
In the rare event I couldn’t be at your birth, you’d still be fully supported. I collaborate with a small group of experienced doulas whose values and approach align with mine. You’ll have the chance to meet your backup doula in advance so you feel comfortable and prepared. My network is reliable and familiar to me, which helps ensure you always receive the right support.
