Let me give you a brief backstory …

Our first daughter was born in China and our second in Ireland. The difference in the care I received was quite significant. Having conceived our second daughter in Kuwait, I also caught a glimpse of how perinatal care looks there. Let me tell you, they are all lacking! That is not entirely a reflection on the medical staff/ care providers, but more so on the system and model of care being offered to pregnant people. The greatest problems being the lack of evidence based information, informed consent, and a sheer lack of support given to expectant and new parents. Like many other birth workers and doulas, I was called to this work as a result of my own experiences with pregnancy, birth, postpartum, postpartum depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The system in three different countries failed me and I knew so many others who had been failed by this same system. It lit a fire in me which, I doubt will ever be extinguished.

The Lorraine pre-kids and the person I am now are two completely separate entities. My personal experience with conception and birth and my transition into parenthood led me down a path of unlearning, re-learning, curiosity, self-discovery and healing which in turn encouraged me to help and support others on their journeys. I am a doula, a birth keeper, a protector, and an advocate. My goal is to protect reproductive health and birth, prevent trauma, and to guide those effected by experiences outside of their expectations to healing.

It is no secret that our system is broken and as a result more and more people are suffering with PTSD, anxiety and depression. As the old saying goes, “prevention is better than cure” which is why I offer comprehensive antenatal workshops on birth, VBAC, cesarean, and breastfeeding. My workshops have not only been developed based on lots of research and evidence based information but also on real life people. While developing my workshops I spoke to real people who shared their stories with me and told me what they wish they had known pre-kids. On top of this, I ensure that my workshops are interactive and fun which makes them more memorable and helps you to retain the material we cover. I come from a background of 12 years in the education sector so I always ensure that I am catering to all learning styles and my clients’ needs and wants. You will not find another workshop like mine around; that I promise. Hypnobirthing is also included in my antenatal workshops.

To-date, I have supported people and families in Kuwait, Canada, Ireland, Scotland, and Germany. I offer non-judgemental, inclusive support throughout reproductive journeys; however they may look.

My support is, and will always be, inclusive, non-judgemental, trauma informed, and compassionate. I always aim to meet you wherever you are at and we move together from there, at your pace; taking your lead.

As a trauma practitioner, I am very passionate about hearing your story, validating your feelings and experiences, and guiding you down a path of healing. Having recently incorporated Reiki into my practise, I can now offer more to the people who place their trust in me and my support.

You can get me at the end of a call or a message with listening ears and open arms so feel free to get in touch anytime. I look forward to hearing from you.

Lorraine x