Introducing some of the newest members of our Ideal Birth family ...
M, J and baby Emma September 2018
Thank you very much Cheryl for being by our side for this fantastic time in our lives.
I'm so glad that you could be there for us and lead us both through various unpleasant moments. We both knew we could rely on your knowledge and care. A bit anxious by nature, you allowed me to sit back and let nature, and bub, show us the way with the best outcome possible.
We are also very happy that you could be there for the birth and gently guided us through it. I felt stronger knowing that J. could fully rely on you to show him how to be the best partner for me.
So, once again, a very big thank you from the three of us.
Corryn, Richard and baby Maya October 2018
My husband & I have really valued Cheryl's support during our last 2 births! Having someone to help create the atmosphere of support and calm in a hospital environment during birth has been so valuable for us. Thank you Cheryl!
Laura, Kirk and baby Marcella July 2018
I would highly recommend the use of a doula and specifically Cheryl for supporting you through your late stage pregnancy, birth and post-birth needs.
I was under the care of the Birth Centre, RBWH who are a fantastic team, but as a share care model there was little continuity in the support I received in the lead up to my birth and particularly during a long labour. As a first time mother, it was of huge benefit to have the coaching and support of such an experienced doula - someone who has been through 100's of births and understands the twists and turns of pregnancy and particularly birth. This experience means that Cheryl provides a very calming and steady hand - she's able to explain your options, slows your racing mind and ensures that you stay true to the birth you intended.
Our birth didn't "go to plan", yet despite this I was really satisfied and content with my birth, and avoided any trauma by having Cheryl, together with my husband, working as a team for the 24 hour labour.
For husbands/birth partners - it's important to know that Cheryl doesn't replace or reduce their role. In fact, I believe my husband was more confident and active during our birth as he'd had plenty of opportunity to ask questions and get to understand the process before he was suddenly in a room with medico's rushing about.
A doula works with you prior to the birth (we had multiple meetings with Cheryl in our home where she got to know us well and understand what we were looking for), and for six-weeks after birth. Again, it was a huge advantage to have someone so experienced at the end of the phone/text
with the endless new-Mum questions and also available to drop over at short notice.
I cannot recommend Cheryl and her services more highly. You'll feel in control and well supported to have a birth of your choice.
Jane, Gavin Baby Holly October 2016 Baby Lachlan 2018
Cheryl has supported us through 2 drug free labours, which ended up being two amazing experiences. I always wanted a drug free labour, but it is very easy to doubt yourself and Cheryl was extremely helpful, encouraging and has a way of taking the fear away and create a very calm and comfortable environment.
Luke...father of baby Alex July 2018
Cheryl changed our whole experience of childbirth. From the first moment we met her she helped to the make the whole process a more relaxing and enjoyable experience. The support she provided has been invaluable. I highly recommend her services to anyone to allow you to maximize your enjoyment of this special experience in life.
Susie, Luke and baby Alex July 2018
I am so thankful we had Cheryl at the birth of our beautiful baby boy Alex. It ended up being slightly more complicated than we expected but Cheryl provided so much experience, support and much needed guidance, especially when dealing with decisions in the birthing suite as my labour progressed. She has such a gentle but confident manner, I trusted her implicitly, as did my husband, to support us through something that was completely unknown for us. Her advice and help in the lead up to the birth and also after Alex came home was also invaluable. It helped us to feel more empowered and knowledgable as first time parents. I can't recommend Cheryl enough, I would never go through a labour again with our amazing doula beside us! Sending massive thanks and gratitude from Susie, Luke and baby Alex.
