Your Doula
Collective
Individualised Support You Need
Before, During and After Giving Birth
We are a collective of professional doulas dedicated to giving
you and your family the care needed before, during and after
the birth of your baby.
Your Doula Collective
Individualised Support You Need
Before, During and After Giving Birth
We are a collective of professional doulas dedicated to giving
you and your family the care needed before, during and after
the birth of your baby.
Our services include practical, emotional and informational support, so your unique journey into parenthood is informed, supported and most importantly - happy.
We have 25 years of collective doula experience, including breastfeeding support, and have supported over 200 births between us and many more families in their journey.
Contact Doulas Of Northern Ireland today to book your complimentary introductory session
Our trainings and memberships
Our Services
Birth Packages
Before, during and after
Our professional birth doulas will accompany you and your partner through pregnancy, labour and the after birth period, providing emotional, informational and physical support tailored to your needs. We also offer last-minute and virtual doula services.
Postnatal Support
Happy parents
Our postpartum doulas will give you undivided, unbiased and professional support in early parenthood. Your doula is committed to whatever you feel would benefit you, your baby, and your family most. Get in touch today to learn more about this service.
Equipment Hire
Birth pools and beyond
You may simply want some specialised equipment to support you through labour. Contact us to find out more on how to hire birthing pools, TENS machines and CUB inflatable birth stools from us.
If you are one of our birth clients, you get them as part of your birth package!
3 Step Process for Birth Trauma
Processing trauma
This service is for anyone, both men and women, who are struggling with feelings and memories related to any stage of pregnancy, birth and parenthood. It can be part of your birth package or used as a stand-alone service at any stage of your life!
Closing the Bones
Recovering from birth
A gentle postnatal massage and closing ceremony, which will leave you feeling ever so gently rocked and wrapped from your head to your toes in a cosy cocoon! It’s a time to reconnect with your body, with your sisters and ancestors, as your womb and body softly close after the birthing process.
Doula Training
Professional & Supportive
Join a doula training course delivered by experienced Northern Ireland-based doulas with deep insight into local maternity care. Benefit from ongoing support and mentoring whilst gaining confidence to support all types of birth, postnatal needs, and full spectrum doula support.
Our Doulas
Sara, Anne and Tara
Doula is a word with Greek origins meaning “a woman who serves”. Today, doula refers to a trained professional who will provide the emotional, physical and informational support before, during and after childbirth. Research shows that women need fewer medical interventions when they have a doula by their side. We undertake ongoing CPD training to enhance our skills. We are all members of Doula UK and abide by their code of conduct.
Birth Packages
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1 ANTENATAL VISITS
- BIRTH SUPPORT
- 1 POSTNATAL CATCH UP (phone or zoom)
FREE USE of CUB, TENS, BIRTHING POOL (excl.consumables)
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£850
SIMPLY BIRTH
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2 ANTENATAL VISITS
- BIRTH SUPPORT
- 1 POSTNATAL CATCH UP
FREE USE of CUB, TENS, BIRTHING POOL (excl.consumables)
Choose one of the following to be included in your package:
One extra antenatal visit covering topics of your choice AND one extra postnatal visit to support you and your partner in the newborn period.
3 Step Process for Trauma
Closing the bones ceremony
HypnoBirthing course
Shared care with another doula
If you want to include more than one of the offers above, please get in touch to discuss your needs.
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£1000
BESPOKE BIRTH
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20 HOURS POSTNATAL SUPPORT
Choose one of the following to be included in your package:
3 Step Process for Trauma
Closing the bones
Babywearing support (if you have bought a sling support with positioning)
Breastfeeding support
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£550
BESPOKE POSTNATAL
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2 ANTENATAL VISITS
- HYPNOBIRTHING
- BIRTH SUPPORT
- 20 HOURS POSTNATAL SUPPORT
FREE USE of CUB, TENS, BIRTHING POOL (excl.consumables)
Choose one of the following to be added
3 Step Process for Trauma
Closing the bones
Babywearing support (if you have bought a sling support with positioning)
Breastfeeding support
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£1350
BESPOKE PARENTHOOD
Testimonials
HOW MATERNITY SERVICES ARE ORGANISED IN NORTHERN IRELAND
There are 7 maternity hospitals throughout the province offering midwifery-led care and/or consultant-led care.
Other hospitals provide maternity outpatient facilities in a maternity community hub, such as antenatal care. You can choose to birth your baby in hospital or at home.
Blog
FAQs
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A birth doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a family before, during, and after birth. Their role is to help the birthing person feel confident, informed, and supported throughout their time together. Doulas do not provide medical care, but they work alongside healthcare providers to support birth preferences and promote a positive birth experience.
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You can hire a doula at any stage of pregnancy, but the earlier you do, the more time you’ll have to build a strong relationship and plan for your birth. Early support can be especially helpful for preparing emotionally and physically. However, doulas can still provide valuable guidance and care even if hired closer to your due date.
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The cost of a doula can vary widely depending on location, experience, and the services offered. On average birth doulas charge between £800-£1500. This fee often includes antenatal visits, support during labour and birth, and a postnatal follow-up. Many doulas offer packages that can be tailored to your needs.
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In most cases, yes—doulas are allowed in hospitals as part of your birth support team. However, hospital policies can vary and it's a good idea to check with your chosen hospital in advance and inform your care provider that you plan to have a doula. Many hospitals recognise the value of doulas and welcome their presence.
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A doula can provide valuable support before, during, and after a caesarean birth—whether it’s planned or unplanned. Before surgery, a doula can help prepare you emotionally, answers questions, and offers calming support. If allowed in the operating room, the doula can offer reassurance, help you stay focused, and support your partner. After the birth, they can support with comfort, initial breastfeeding, and emotional processing of the experience. Their presence can help make a caesarean feel more informed, supported, and empowering.
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There are many organisations that offer free advice and support if you are experiencing a baby loss in your pregnancy. A doula can support you to navigate the various options available to you. For clinical care, you can contact your midwife (if you have already had a booking in appointment), or your GP.
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A midwife is a medical professional trained to provide clinical care throughout pregnancy, birth and early postnatal. They can monitor the baby, perform medical assessments, support the birth of the baby, and support any special circumstances within their scope of practice.
A doula, on the other hand, is not a medical provider. Doulas offer emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after birth. They focus on comfort, advocacy, and helping you feel informed and supported—but they don’t perform medical tasks. -
A postnatal doula provides support to new parents and their baby after birth. They help with newborn care, breastfeeding guidance, emotional support, and household tasks like meal prep or light cleaning. Their goal is to ease the transition to parenthood and help parents feel confident and rested during those early newborn days and weeks.
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Hypnobirthing is a tried and proven technique to prepare you for your birthing experience. It’s not just about preparing your body, but also preparing your mind and having a calm, positive mindset as you prepare to meet your baby. The programme includes education around labour and childbirth, affirmations, relaxation and deep meditative practice, breathing techniques and visualisations.
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There are many ways and tools at your disposal that can help, from a birth debrief with a health professional (normally the Consultant Midwife or an obstetrician in the Trust where you have given birth) to support from the perinatal mental health teams. What we can offer is called the 3 Step Process, which is a very effective way to disentangle the emotions and feelings about your birth, with the memories of that birth. It is a gentle method guided by you and your wishes for your future self.
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There are various online doula training courses available to you but if you want an in-person training course, please get in touch! We run the training course once a year and you can register online. If you want to express your interest, please complete the contact us form and one of us will be in touch to answer any questions you may have.
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Labour can start in various ways, but the most common are crampy feelings low in your belly or low back ache that evolve into contractions, and the release of your waters. Another sign can be a birth show which is like a flash of blood, or blood-stained mucous. You can contact your midwife or call the maternity unit to chat over how you are feeling. A doula can also offer reassurance at this early stage of labour and offer comfort measures to keep you calm and relaxed.
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