Full Bloom Doula
‘‘Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers--strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength.’’
-Barbara Katz Rothman
Welcome,
I’m Layla - the face behind Full Bloom Doula. I offer a 1-1 service to empower, nurture & hold a safe space where together we explore all aspects of pregnancy, birth & the 4th trimester, to create a pathway where all your choices are fully informed & respected so when the time comes to welcome your baby earth side you feel excited, empowered & safe.
As a mother to three, I have firsthand experience how journeying through motherhood -whether for the 1st or 5th time- can bring up many complex emotions & choices. I understand that every mother & birth experience is unique, so I take the time to truly understand you & honor your wishes.
My aim as your Doula is to support you in meeting your baby in the most loving and authentic way possible, so that you take away proud & happy memories of your birth experience & step into motherhood feeling confident & supported.
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“Layla was invaluable over the weeks following my caesarean birth, whilst breastfeeding twins. Layla provided our family with delicious, nutritious food which proved to be a lifeline whilst my partner took care of me & our 3yr old during the early stages of my recovery. As a mother to twins herself, she was able to empathise with our situation & provide wisdom & comfort to me when I felt overwhelmed. Every meal & visit from, Layla, felt like a hug - her manner gentle, calm, kind & strong. I found her company just as nourishing for my soul as her food was for my body. L.B
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‘Layla was everything we wanted in a Doula. The main highlight was her being completely judgment free of what my birth preferences were. She is knowledgeable about birth, able to offer suggestions on pain relief & coping with contractions. She was able to read the atmosphere of my birth the second she arrived, she has a great instinct for what a woman in labour does or does not need.’ V.W
“Layla has provided invaluable support during my postpartum period. Her proactive approach in offering advice, sharing useful gadgets, and providing insightful suggestions has made a significant difference for both me and my baby. Plus her food packages are delicious in those tiring days. Having her as a supportive presence during this time has been incredibly reassuring. I wholeheartedly recommend her as a postpartum Doula.” A.C
A bit about me…
Yikes it’s hard to summarise how this journey started… Motherhood cracked me open in so many ways that I was not prepared for, I was met with a depth of vulnerability & loneliness I had never experienced. Yet, it also enabled me to uncover strength, humanity & love like never before.
My experiences & innate desire to care for, nurture & illuminate women’s power could not have lead me down any other path than becoming a Doula. I believe that bringing a baby into the world & becoming a mother, is a rite of passage. My commitment to you, is to make sure you feel heard, supported & nurtured throughout our time together.
Other than my love for continued education & knowledge on all things pregnancy, birth & babies - I also enjoy;
Cooking/Baking & sharing my food with family & friends
Music is huge in our house, I love all sorts of genres - dancing with my three children happens daily in our home.
Sea swims (on fair weather days!), reading, slow summer days with my little family, coffee & cardamom buns all bring me heaps of joy.
