Magdalen, mama of 1

From the very first time I met Gem, I felt her strong but gentle presence. We had two prenatal sessions with her and each time, she answered all our queries with confidence and calmness. Our daughter was not in an optimal position as we approached close to our due date. Gem was extremely supportive by suggesting to us various things we can try at home to get labour going. On the day of labour, it was her calm and composed presence that helped me remain calm myself. What stood our for me is how she reminded me to breathe through my nose when I was in active labour. Her voice and tone in which she said it made me feel that I got this! Up to today, whenever I get anxious looking after my little one, remembering those moments in active labour and how I got through it with her support reminds me that I equally got this! If anyone wants to feel empowered as a mom, Gem is the one to go to!

Drina, VBAC mama of 2

Gem was our doula for birth support. Her calm and reassuring voice allowed me to focus on one contraction at time and allowed me to achieve the vbac that I wanted. Her constant assurance allowed me to believe that I could do it and that I just have to give baby time and space to move downwards and that this birth is not and will not be like my last birth.

Even after birth, she was constantly checking in on us to ensure that we were doing ok.

Thank you Gem for all your amazing help!

Wei Lin

I engaged Alexia as my post-partum doula before I gave birth- as I heard so much about how the “fourth trimester” is the toughest… I am so grateful (to myself) for taking care of future me.  Alexia helped me through my birth AND postpartum in ways that I find it difficult to set down in words (but I’ll try!). Her sage advice, calming presence and amazing tips (100% useful) helped me navigate the choppy waters of being a new mom at an older age. Post partum pains, identity crisis, exhaustion, anxiety, mastitis, breastfeeding, going back to work, sleep training, the list is endless on fourth trimester issues and Alexia was there to support me, suggest tips or even just lend a listening ear through it all. I do believe that having a postpartum doula like Alexia helped me recover more holistically- both physically and more importantly- mentally. To all new (and experienced) mamas out there, be kind to yourself- pregnancy as a journey is not just about the baby - the mama and her wellbeing is just as (or even more) important.  Happy mama = happy baby. Engage a doula (esp for post partum) you will NOT regret it.

Elisa, mama of 1

I had strict deadlines for dilation which would take us on the c-sect route if labour didn't progress, and I didn't have any plans aside from following Gem's guidance. Her step-by-step instructions allowed us to focus on one exercise at a time, one contraction at a time. Her factual, non-judgmental information on each pain relief option I considered during painful contractions (believe me I went through each one), made me feel supported whichever way I chose - which helped me to persist on the mental game.

Gem was truly a blessing whose presence allowed us to have the unmedicated vaginal birth we wanted.

Laura, mummy of 1

Gem was our wonderful doula for birth and post-partum support. Her kind, reassuring and patient nature really helped us achieve the birth we desired. She instilled a lot of confidence in me which helped me to achieve my drug-free birth. She's extremely knowledgeable and provided so much hands on support. Without her, I'm not sure my son would have turned in to an optimal position. When we bought our son home, we were extremely anxious and distressed as first time parents and felt completely out of our depth. Gem really came to our rescue and pulled us out of the trenches. You won't regret engaging Gem, she truly is one ❤️. Thank you so much for everything.