Introducing some of the newest members of our Ideal Birth family ...
Kelly, Matt and baby Archie January 2020
As first time parents, Matt and I found Cheryl's advice invaluable. From our very first meeting we felt at ease with her warm and professional approach. Not only is Cheryl extremely knowledgeable in her field, she also has a nurturing and comforting nature which helped us feel at ease to ask the many questions we had.
It was fantastic to have Matt totally involved in all our meetings and to have him feel confident to support me during labour and beyond.
Cheryl ensured our birth experience was reflective of our birth plan and she kept the birth suite a calm environment for us to be completely immersed in our experience.
We couldn't recommend Cheryl highly enough and we thank her for her support.
Dajana, Sam and baby Mira January 2020
I cannot recommend Cheryl more highly. She was instrumental in helping us to prepare for the birth of our first child, both mentally and physically. She empowered us with knowledge to make our own educated decisions and supported us every step of the way. When all didn't go as planned, we had the confidence to adapt on the go, which resulted in a very positive birth experience and a healthy mum and baby. Cheryl has impeccable communication skills and her calmness is infectious. She was reassuring before, during and after the birth. To top it all off, her lasagne was super tasty! Thanks Cheryl.
Megan, Ian and baby Veronica December 2019
Cheryl is such a positive, knowledgeable and beautiful person - it was such a pleasure to have her support the birth of our daughter in December 2019. đź’•
I could not imagine having being able to navigate the hospital system or care providers without her support. Cheryl also has a great network of birth carers/supporters and a wealth of experience and information. Cheryl provides true continuity of support and care.
After a less than ideal (pun!) first birth, for my second birth I wanted genuine support from a great team. From the first time I spoke to Cheryl on the phone I knew she was the person to support my family.
Whilst I did not get the birth I was hoping for, Cheryl was able to support us to make the best of the situation and made the overall journey wonderful for my partner and I.
I can never thank Cheryl enough x
Muira Taylor Postnatal Support
Muira Taylor November / December 2019 postnatal care.
We were fortunate enough to have Cheryl as our postnatal doula. For the 6 weeks following the birth of our daughter Cheryl came to our house a couple of afternoons a week for a few hours. Cheryl seamlessly fitted into our family and was an amazing support for everyone. Her calm, nurturing presence was invaluable. Cheryl helped tremendously with assisting our five year old son adjust to the new family dynamic, and I personally felt incredibly well cared for and supported.
The postnatal period can be an overwhelming and vulnerable time, yet with Cheryl’s support I was able to focus on my new baby and enjoy that special and unique time. Some of the assistance that Cheryl provided was to help me with the mountains of washing generated by a newborn, she cooked some amazing meals, helped with bath time, held the baby when I needed a break, was an amazing resource about all things 4th trimester, and so much more. I highly recommend Cheryl’s postnatal doula services.
Jelena, Siuon and baby Ragnar August 2019
As a first time mum in a new city I was unfamiliar with both being pregnant and the QLD public health system, and enlisted the assistance of Cheryl to help me navigate this journey. It was definitely the best decision I could have made for myself, husband, and baby as Cheryl provided us with invaluable information, support and encouragement. I truly believe that it was because of Cheryl that I was able to prepare for and achieve my dream birth; a natural birth with no intervention.
I cannot speak more highly of Cheryl. She made me feel respected, informed and empowered with my birth choices and especially when it came to dealing with the rigid hospital system; as well as supported in the period after I gave birth.
I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a high level of support and guidance from an experienced and seasoned professional.
Ren, Adam and baby Vincent September 2019
I decided to go with Cheryl and the public system for the birth of my second baby after being induced with an obstetrician for my first. I had a lot of fear around the intensity of my first labour which nearly resulted in an emergency caesarean. Cheryl provided me with a wealth of information that I didn’t have previously which put me back in control of my birth decision making. All of my requests were honoured by the midwife and hospital this time and I’m so grateful I got to do things my way. My baby and I are so relaxed and healthy this time around it’s wonderful to be able to enjoy this special time with my newborn son.
Thank you Cheryl for bringing such grounding and positive energy to my birth experience.
