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22.01.2022 Here’s something you probably don’t know about me: I’m a car enthusiast, or more specifically, a driving enthusiast. Growing up in Germany, I did my small bike license when I was 15 to fulfill my dream of a Piaggio scooter once I turned 16 which I bought with money borrowed from my dad (paid every single back of that loan). I obtained my car drivers license during my exchange student year in the US (that’s a story for another day) but had to learn to drive with manual ...transmission in my dads car once I was back in Germany as that’s the standard required. I think that’s where my love for driving was initiated, you ‘feel’ a car so much more when driving with manual! And it’s FUN! As everyone knows, there are sections on the German Autobahn without any speed limit and so you could often find me in the fast lane with my foot on the floor, pushing every last bit out of my 12 year old VW Golf which became my first car. Since then (2001) I have never owned a car that was just mine. Ben has had a company car for most of our time together and whilst living in London there was never an argument to get a second car. For the past 11 years I’ve been driving a 2006 Camry which is very functional, perfect for messy kids but fun? Errr no. I’ve been dreaming of replacing the car for ages and always needed to practice patience as the expense couldn’t be justified when I had a car that worked but the time has finally come to look at a car that will be MINE. And do you know what I’m dreaming of? A Suzuki Swift Sport with manual transmission! A FUN car! Second hand of course. Already however my reasonable mind is kicking in, wondering if it’s just a plain silly idea to be driving around in likely uncomfortable sport seats with a hard suspension and should just get a slower, maybe newer model with automatic transmission. Anyhow, the jury is still out on that one and yesterday hubby took me to test drive an entry model Swift (this is the pic) and whilst I love the car....it is definitely too slow. I don’t want to over-compromise on a dream I’ve had for so long! The search continues and if you see me one day in a new car know that I’ll be smiling! See more

21.01.2022 I’m back on call to support my first birth of 2021 and I am SO looking forward to holding this beautiful mama when her time comes. She has prepared every inch of her mind, body and soul for this birth which she hopes will be a vaginal birth after her first birth ended in an unplanned caesarean birth. These births are special in a certain way for me, as I feel and understand the depth of this wish for every woman who embarks on her own VBAC journey. Every fibre of my doula he...art wants her dream to come true and yet it is, like birth always is, all about surrendering into the unknown. The things that can be influenced and which increase her chances of a VBAC we will navigate and master together...one step at a time. I have so much admiration for women on this path which always takes courage, self empowerment and deep reflection upon the previous birth. It is not an easy one but almost always rewarding for the woman even before she goes into labour as she has learnt and grown so much already. How VBAC women give birth is only one part of an entire story of courage, strength and a big, big dream. I wish more caesarean birth mamas would choose this path!

17.01.2022 Partners During Labour Came across this reminder from June 2017 when my article on ‘5 tips for partners in labour’ was published in Kidz on the Coast Magazine. It’s a topic I’m passionate about as I know women need their confident, encouraging and trusting partners close by as they do the big work of bringing their baby into the world. Since then I’ve also written my ’Partner Essentials Guide’ which details practical, communication and emotional essentials to help par...tners prepare and understand how they truly can help the woman they love during birth. Too many partners still believe there is nothing they can do when in fact there is SO much, just maybe different to what they understand as ‘helping’ in the traditional sense. Today you can read the article from 2017 on my blog (https://www.centralcoastdoula.com.au//how-to-support-a-wom) and my ‘Partner Essentials Guide’ is available for purchase in my shop or of course included in all my birth support packages.

16.01.2022 As a doula I don’t always do‘ something at all times when supporting births. I had to learn this over the years, the art of holding space’. To be fully tuned in to the woman’s emotions, observing the dynamic between couples, noticing subtle changes in her body language, quietly supporting in the background with my trusting presence and only stepping forward to hold, touch or speak when I feel it is needed. Sometimes more, sometimes less but this is entirely guided by the wo...man, her needs and the couple I am supporting. Each birth is different. There is no ego in my support, only tuning in to what is serving the work the woman needs to do to bring her baby earthside. Thank you Emelia and James for allowing me to hold space for you as you both in beautiful, loving and trusting teamwork brought your baby boy into your arms. by @centralcoastdoula Shared with permission by @milosephy

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15.01.2022 Why do partners love doulas: It means they don’t need to have ‘ALL’ the answers They can relax as they also have access to a continuous source of reassurance They can support the woman in the best possible way as the doula will share all her ‘tips and tricks’... They can feel more connected to the birth process and the woman they love as fear is not the guiding light They can take a break when they need to without the woman being alone They are not alone in an intense situation they may have never been in before which generally lightens the load on their shoulders immensely They can take a step back if they choose to without the woman being unsupported ...doulas love bringing couples in birth closer together by instilling confidence in the partner! Thank you Renee from the bottom of my heart for your honest and detailed testimonial. Especially mentioning how your husband was initially a bit ‘skeptical’ as this is such a common scenario for when women explore the idea of a doula. Doulas are for dads too and partners! My top tip if your partner is hesitant about a doula: Convince them to an obligation free Meet & Greet because a face to face conversation is always the best way to find out what a doula does...also for them.

11.01.2022 What do you want your partner to know during birth? The key lies in them understanding what they can bring to a birth and how they can not only make a difference to you but also in their own connection with the experience. That’s why I wrote my ‘Birth Partner Essentials Guide’. It covers the in my mind most influential aspects of supporting a woman through labour: Practical Essentials... Emotional Essentials Communication Essentials If your partner only reads one thing make it this concise guide! If you are not my birth client you can purchase it in my shop as part of my ‘Essentials Bundle’ or on its own. What did your partner do during labour which you found really helpful?

08.01.2022 The final days of pregnancy can be heavy, vulnerable, emotional, uncomfortable, restless...and for many women the greatest challenge in the process of bringing their baby into their arms. Being in a state of feeling like baby is coming over days, sometimes weeks brings out many emotions and physical changes on different levels. It can show us our vulnerabilities, our fears, question our trust one last time...just before the final mountain needs to be climbed. I have obser...ved how this phase has its divine purpose, often see it being hugely helpful even for women when their labour begins, allowing an easier surrender and working with their body intuitively from the get go. These women are emotionally prepared, they are ready to embrace the intensity for which they have waited, they have been ‘tenderized’ so to speak. Deeply connected with the physical changes within their body over a period of time, they have an easier time to ‘drop in’ and leave the thinking brain behind. Maybe that’s why in my experience many women with pre-labour symptoms over an extended period of time end up having a relatively ‘fast’ birth once those strong surges have finally arrived.....

03.01.2022 She’s here! Some dreams do come true if you wait long enough and allow yourself to be clear in what you really, truly want (it wasn’t the newer but slower, automatic model in my case ). I manifested this exact car for years and bought her yesterday with my own money, earned with something I love so passionately. Best feeling ever!