08/07/2026
🤍 “I’m due next week… do you have any availability?”
It’s one of the messages I receive most often.
“We’re expecting our baby in a few days... we’ve realised we’d really love some extra support. Can you help?”
And whilst I’ll always do my best to help where I can, the reality is that many maternity nurses and newborn professionals are booked months in advance.
I completely understand why.
During pregnancy, your focus is naturally on preparing for your baby’s arrival. The nursery, the pram, the hospital bag, the tiny sleepsuits... there’s so much to think about.
But one of the most valuable things you can prepare is your postpartum support.
Whether that’s:
🤍 A maternity nurse
🤍 A birth or postnatal doula
🤍 Infant feeding support
🤍 Overnight newborn care
🤍 Newborn support and gentle sleep guidance
These services aren’t just there for families who are struggling.
They’re there to help you feel confident, supported and able to enjoy those precious early weeks, knowing you have experienced guidance whenever you need it.
After more than 20 years supporting families, I’ve seen the difference that planning ahead can make.
Instead of spending those first sleep-deprived days desperately searching Google or sending last-minute messages, families can simply settle into life with their new baby, knowing they already have someone in their corner.
And that peace of mind is invaluable.
Of course, not every family needs professional support - and that’s absolutely okay.
But if you think you might, I’d encourage you to start the conversation during pregnancy rather than waiting until you’re overwhelmed.
Because asking for support isn’t a sign that you’re expecting things to go wrong.
It’s a way of giving yourself permission to be cared for too.
🤍 Your baby deserves support.
🤍 But so do you.
I’d love to know... did you arrange support before your baby arrived, or did you find yourself wishing you’d organised it sooner?
* My diary is now open for booking newborn support from January 2027
