How ESMAH can support you

Four forms of companionship, one philosophy: presence that adapts to your life, never the other way around.

Newborn resting in a parent's arms just after birth.

01 · Birth

Birth doula

Steady hands and a steady presence, from the first contractions to the first hours as a parent.

For whom : For anyone preparing for birth — a first baby or a fifth, a birth at home, in a birth center, or at the hospital.

What is included

Prenatal sessions: we get to know each other, work through your wishes, and practice comfort techniques
Help drafting a birth plan that reflects your values
On-call support around your due date
Continuous presence during labor and birth — wherever you give birth
Immediate post-birth support: a calm first moment with your baby
One post-birth visit to debrief and settle your questions

When : Prenatal preparation in the weeks before, presence throughout labor and birth, and a first follow-up after.

Mother sitting on a bed at home, smiling at her newborn.

02 · Postpartum

Postpartum doula

The fourth trimester, taken care of — so you, the parent, can rest and recover.

For whom : For parents in the weeks and months after birth — first baby or a growing family that needs an extra pair of hands.

What is included

Newborn care support: soothing, sleep arrangements, daily routines
Feeding support — breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, at your pace
Light household tasks, so you can stay close to your baby
Simple, warm meals prepared and left ready
Time and space for you to rest, shower, or nap without worry
Referrals when needed: lactation consultants, perinatal professionals

When : In the first weeks as needed, and for as long as you find it helpful — weeks or months.

Pregnant woman in a green dress holding her belly.

03 · Prenatal

Prenatal doula

Support to live your pregnancy with more ease — especially when it asks more of you.

For whom : For anyone going through pregnancy, and especially in case of a high-risk pregnancy or doctor-ordered bed rest.

What is included

Emotional support: fears, doubts, and questions heard without judgment
Practical help at home when prescribed rest makes things harder
Preparation for birth: information, comfort techniques, and gentle exercises (breathing, movement, birth ball)
Support to involve the partner throughout the pregnancy
Referrals to perinatal professionals when a need goes beyond us

When : Throughout pregnancy, during scheduled visits or as home support — in person or by video. See the preparation exercises ↓

04 · Every journey

Full-spectrum companionship

Some journeys ask for a quieter kind of presence.

And they deserve the same gentleness as any other. Whatever path you are on, we walk beside you — carefully, quietly.

For whom : For anyone going through a difficult or chosen life-renewal journey: pregnancy loss, abortion care, stillbirth, adoption, or end of life.

What is included

A steady, discreet presence, before and after
Support in making informed choices, at your own pace
A listening ear, without advice or judgment
Practical support around appointments and what follows
Care for the people close to you, too
Referrals to specialized professionals (grief support, counseling)

When : Whenever you need it — hours or weeks after, the door stays open.

If any of this resonates with you, reach out. No explanation needed, nothing you have to justify.

💰 Pricing: [TO BE PROVIDED BY ESMAH]. Contact us for a personalized quote — no commitment, no obligation.

Preparing your body

Gentle exercises to approach birth with more confidence

During prenatal sessions, your doula shows you simple techniques and practices them with you, so you can keep doing them at home. It's not about performance: it's about feeling more at ease in your body, with tools ready for the day itself.

Breathing & relaxation

Breathing slowly through a contraction, softening your shoulders and jaw, finding calm again when worry rises.

Movement & gentle stretches

Pelvic tilts, back and hip stretches, and birth ball exercises to ease the tensions of pregnancy.

Practicing together

Your partner learns massage, counter-pressure, and supportive positions, so they know what to do when the time comes.

We also practice

Labor positions: upright, on hands and knees, side-lying
Birth ball and rebozo
Visualization and grounding
Short routines to repeat at home

These exercises complement your doctor's or midwife's advice; they never replace it. For a high-risk pregnancy or prescribed bed rest, we adapt them with your care team's agreement — sometimes keeping to breathing and relaxation only.

Come say hello in Kent

Visit us by appointment, give us a call, or send a message — in the language you feel most comfortable with.