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Experienced doula support in North London and Hertfordshire
Postnatal doula

Meet
Siobhan Smith  Birth & Postnatal Doula

I’m Siobhan, an experienced birth and postnatal doula supporting families across Hertfordshire, North London and surrounding areas, including parts of Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

Since 2011, I’ve supported hundreds of families through pregnancy, birth and the early weeks of parenthood, offering calm, practical and completely personalised support at what can be one of the most important times in your life.

A Little About Me

My Experience & Training

Hi, I’m Siobhan. I’m married to Paul and we have three children.

I was born and raised in North London to Irish parents — hence the name Siobhan (pronounced Shiv-on). It’s an Irish name that still sparks plenty of curiosity, although I’m very used to explaining it by now!When I’m not working, I love spending time with family and friends. My hobbies include eating cake and exercising to work off the calories — although I still haven’t quite managed to get the balance right.I’ve been a birth and postnatal doula since 2011 and have attended over 300 births, as well as supporting many more families throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period.My approach is warm, calm and completely non-judgemental. I provide practical, emotional and evidence-based information and support, helping you understand your options, navigate maternity care and feel confident making the decisions that are right for you and your family. 

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Family support
Doula support
Doula UK
Qualified Doula

I completed my doula training with BirthBliss Academy in 2011 and went on to complete the Doula UK mentoring programme. I hold an enhanced DBS check, public liability insurance and professional accreditation with FEDANT.

Alongside my work supporting families, I’ve also been involved in maternity education, advocacy and service improvement, including:

  • Guest Lecturer & Expert by Experience – delivering workshops for student midwives at the University of Hertfordshire

  • Maternity Voices Partnership Member – contributing to work with NHS maternity services to improve care and the experiences of families

  • Breastfeeding Peer Supporter – supporting families at The Royal Free Hospital and Watford General Hospital

Carrot Fertility Employment Benefit Approved Doula
FEDANT qualified doula

Register Entry Number: 13489

Doula Hypnobirthing classes
Baby sleep specialist

Specialist Birth Experience

I have extensive experience supporting a wide range of births and individual circumstances, including:

  • Home births and water births

  • VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean)

  • Multiple births

  • Breech births

  • Planned and emergency caesarean births

  • High-risk pregnancies

  • Parents preparing for birth after previous birth trauma

Further Training & Continuing Education:

I’m committed to ongoing learning and professional development, with additional training in:

  • Infant Feeding & Breastfeeding Support – including UNICEF Baby Friendly training, Jack Newman and The Royal Free Hospital

  • Birth Rights & Advocacy – including Birthrights training and Black Mothers Matter

  • Biomechanics & Optimal Fetal Positioning – including Spinning Babies and Biomechanics for Birth

  • Hypnobirthing – including The Mindful Birth Group and MamaSerene

  • Aromatherapy, Homeopathy & Birth Trauma Support

  • Supporting Neurodivergent Parents

  • Pregnancy Loss Support

Neurodivergent Supporter
Doula support birth trauma
Doula support how to turn a breech baby
Doula offering aromatherapy birth support
Pregnant in St Albans

Book a Free Consultation

If you’re looking for a birth or postnatal doula in North London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, or Middlesex, I’d love to chat about how I can support you!

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