Jessica the Doula
Compassionate Birth, Postnatal & Matrescence Support in Devon
Helping you feel informed, calm and deeply supported throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Hi I'm Jessica
I am a certified, registered birth and postnatal doula, yoga teacher, massage therapist and birth re-imprinting therapist.
Why work with me?
I offer grounded, compassionate support so you can feel informed, held, and confident throughout your journey. Whether you are feeling excited, overwhelmed, unsure, or simply in need of someone to walk alongside you, you will be met with care, respect, and deep listening.
I also offer bespoke pre and post natal baby moons in our Phoenix barn which has stunning countryside views toward Dartmoor.
I support families who are...
• First-time parents
• Planning a VBAC
• Having a planned home birth
• Having a planned caesarian
• Feeling anxious after a previous birth
• Wanting continuous support throughout pregnancy, labour and beyond
• Needing or wanting post-natal support
• Support throughout motherhood
As a mother of four, I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience to my work. I believe in practising what I teach and am always learning and growing, both personally and professionally. Maintaining a healthy balance in my own life allows me to show up fully for my clients and provide the highest level of support and care.
I offer online where possible and in-person antenatal, birth, and postpartum support, alongside yoga classes, massage, Therapy, workshops, and circles.
For those seeking deep rest, movement, and reconnection, my yoga classes and treatments offer a space to soften, breathe deeply, and come back to yourself meeting a sense of joy or peace within. Melt away from the noise and pressure of everyday life.
If you’re looking for a space where you feel supported, heard and safely held, you are so welcome here.
Pregnancy, Birth and the Post natal period are all powerful, sacred, and deeply personal journeys. Whether it’s your first or your fifth experience, whether you need 2 hours or 2 years of support, your needs deserve to be held with care, respect, and presence.
1:1 Pre and post natal yoga sessions as well as birth biomechanics to prep your body for labour and birth. Either in your own home or my studio.
Gentle, nurturing postnatal support to help you rest, recover and feel held as you settle into life with your baby.
“Whenever and however you give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body and your spirit for the rest of your life.”
— Ina May Gaskin
Holistic Birth Support for Women Who Want to Trust Their Body and Be Informed Every Step of the Way
I support women who want a calmer, more connected birth experience, one where they are informed, empowered and supported emotionally and physically from pregnancy into postpartum and beyond.
I provide in-person pregnancy, birth and postpartum support for people who live within 60 minutes drive from Exeter. I also provide remote support, via WhatsApp or calls, for people anywhere. Please see below for a detailed description of the types of support available, and please do book a free discovery call if you’d like to discuss what kind of support feels right for you.
I also offer pre and post natal baby moons in our cosy Phoenix barn. Please see Nest + Nurture.
If you are not completely sure about the support you are looking for or have an idea but it is not listed, I can be flexible in the way I work and am always open and happy to chat about how I may best support you.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. If it feels right, you’re warmly invited to book a free discovery call below.
What a Birth Doula Does.....
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Continuous emotional and physical support
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Evidence based information so you can make confident decisions
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Techniques to help manage labour (breath work, movement, positioning)
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Advocacy and guidance so your voice is heard
1:1 Sessions
The Nurturing hour
£60 p/h
We can meet in the comfort of your home, at my studio, or online—whatever feels most supportive for you. Your life partner, birth partner, or anyone else who will be supporting you during your birth is very welcome to join the session.
Together, we can explore topics such as:
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Creating a personalised birth preferences plan
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Birth biomechanics, movement and breathing techniques
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A yoga plan tailored to your pregnancy and birth goals
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Working through fears, anxieties or previous birth experiences
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Planning for a supported and positive postnatal recovery
My intention is to provide a calm, nurturing space where you feel heard, supported and empowered. Together, we'll explore your options, build your confidence, and help you gain clarity about the choices that feel right for you.
£60
60 minutes
Whether you are looking to release the emotional charge around a traumatic pregnancy, birth or postpartum experience or to release blocks, change unhealthy patterns and behaviours, discover purpose and move forward positively or transform a future birth in to a positive experience, this Therapy maybe able to help support you.
*Please note this can also be booked in person with other in person packages.
Doula Packages
*Flexible Payment Options Available. Please ask For Further Info
Nest and Nurture Doula Package £1495 (This price has a limited time offer)
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2 x 2 hour private one to one antenatal sessions, taking place in the comfort of your own home covering all aspects of labour, birth & beyond and if applicable, time to reflect on previous pregnancies/births
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Active Birth techniques to explore natural focus away from pain
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Principles of breath work, EFT and visualisation
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Rebozo techniques for labour preparation and birth
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Biomechanic teachniques for labour preparation and birth
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Printed and laminated birth plan once finalised
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Time to consider your birth preferences and desires
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On call for the birth 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from 38 weeks until you have your baby
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Advice and support available via phone, or email from the time of booking until 6 weeks post birth.
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Continuity of care throughout your labour and birth
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Guidance with the first feed and what to expect in the following hours and days
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One postnatal visit (up to 3 hours) taking time to reflect on your experience and giving you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your recovery or general questions around the baby's needs and what to expect in those early weeks
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Additional visits can be arranged if required
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Massage or Birth-reimprinting can be booked alongside any visits
Root and Rest Postnatal support at £25 p/h + expenses (minimum 3 hours to be booked)
Gentle, nurturing, and continuous support through the first weeks and months after birth. Each visit is a space for you to be heard, cared for, and reminded that you matter just as much as your baby. Together, we will focus on your recovery, wellbeing, and the practical rhythms of early parenthood so you can settle into this new season feeling held, confident, and rested.
What’s included:
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In-home visits (flexible based on your needs)
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Emotional support & compassionate listening including space to share and reflect on your birth story, guidance for partners and siblings and ongoing reassurance and advice via WhatsApp between visits.
Feeding & newborn care support
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Guidance for breast, bottle, or mixed feeding
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Help with soothing, sleep, and reading your baby’s cues
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Practical support in the home
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Light household tasks to allow you to rest (tidying, laundry, simple meal prep*)
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Nourishment for body and mind *Ingredients for meals are paid for separately
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Connection to local resources
Postpartum bodywork & restorative care could involve:
(These will be tailored to each individuals needs. These are the skills I can bring).
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Natural and seasonal care: guidance on routines, foods, herbal support, and restorative practices
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Foot soaks & massage: ease swelling, release tension, calm the nervous system
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Postnatal massage and holding using robozzo
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Postnatal yoga, gentle exercise & breath-work
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Tailored support based on your needs
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Visits adapt depending on how you feel each day
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Postnatal Moxibustion
A gentle warming therapy using moxa (dried mugwort) to support recovery after birth. Traditionally used to nourish energy, improve circulation, promote relaxation, and help the body regain balance during the postpartum period. -
Practical, emotional, and bodywork support can be combined to suit your rhythm
*Ingredients for meals are paid for separately
If you need cleaning, time to sleep while I sit with your baby nearby, taking the dog out, putting the wash in or making you a delicious and nourishing meal, then all you will need to do is ask and I've got you.
The Nurtured Journey Package starting at £2950
This package would suit you if you wish to have someone walk each step of the journey with you and help you navigate any challenges that may arise.
I have trained in the Continuum Doula model, which places emphasis on continuity of care and support. This is the way I love to work but I understand it can seem a lot of money until you weight up the benefits. We can invest so much on weddings, houses, cars and holidays but what about this magical and transformative time when we bring another human into the world and start the foundations of a journey that is no match for anything else we will ever go through.
In this package we will see each other for six sessions antenatally (normally starting between 26-32 weeks, which can also involve me coming to appointments with you - if you choose. I’ll be there to support you throughout and by your side for the birth, by which point I will have a deep understanding your needs. Then, I’ll see you for six sessions postnatally, to support you to settle into life as a mother and reflect on the unparalleled rite of passage that is birth and becoming a mother.
My wish is that you feel comfortable and confident in your pregnancy, birth and beyond - with strong awareness of what you want and how you’d like the people around you to support that. I will create space for you, so that you feel held but ultimately confident in your own capabilities. You already have everything you need within you and I’ll be there to help you find that place and believe in your innate and beautiful power.
What’s included:
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6 x 2 hour private one to one antenatal sessions, taking place in the comfort of your own home covering all aspects of labour, birth & beyond and if applicable, time to reflect on previous pregnancies/births
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18 hrs (6 weeks 3hrs a week) postnatal love and care with each session tailored to your needs to include, massage, bodywork, foot soaks, special teas, nourishing food, birth reflection, baby care, breastfeeding support, relationship and family support and a specialised restorative yoga session, sacred ceremony to honour your journey.
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Active Birth techniques to explore natural focus away from pain
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Principles of breath work, EFT and visualisation
-
Rebozo techniques for labour preparation and birth
-
Biomechanic teachniques for labour preparation and birth
-
Printed and laminated finalised birth plan
-
Time to consider your birth preferences and desires
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Guidance in navigating the maternity system
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On call for the birth 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from 38 weeks until 42 weeks and with you through labour and birth and until baby has their first feed.
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Advice and support available via phone, or email from the time of booking until 6 weeks post birth.
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Continuity of care throughout your labour and birth
Feeding & newborn care support
-
Guidance for breast, bottle, or mixed feeding
-
Help with soothing, sleep, and reading your baby’s cues
-
Practical support in the home
-
Light household tasks to allow you to rest (tidying, laundry, simple meal prep*)
-
Nourishment for body and mind *Ingredients for meals are paid for separately
-
Connection to local resources
Postpartum bodywork & restorative care involving:
-
Natural and seasonal care: guidance on routines, foods, herbal support, and restorative practices
-
Foot soaks & massage: ease swelling, release tension, calm the nervous system
-
Postnatal massage and holding using oils and robozzo
-
Postnatal yoga, gentle exercise & breath-work
-
Tailored support based on your needs
-
Visits adapt depending on how you feel each day
-
Postnatal MoxibustionA gentle warming therapy using moxa (dried mugwort) to support recovery after birth. Traditionally used to nourish energy, improve circulation, promote relaxation, and help the body regain balance during the postpartum period.
-
Practical, emotional, and bodywork support can be combined to suit your rhythm
*Ingredients for meals are paid for separately
If you need cleaning, time to sleep while I sit with your baby nearby, taking the dog out, putting the wash in or making you a delicious and nourishing meal, then all you will need to do is ask and I've got you.
