Something nourishing
I can make a simple meal or snack while you feed your baby, rest or enjoy a quiet cup of tea.
Postnatal doula support in Dorking & nearby Surrey
Warm, gentle support for life with your new baby.
A home-cooked meal. Time for a shower or a proper rest. A calm, caring person beside you when the little things begin to feel like a lot.
Hello, I’m Elsa. I’m a trained doula, qualified early-years practitioner and mum. I’ll meet you at home and support your family through those tender first weeks and months, always at your pace.
Home visits from £120 · Four-visit packages from £420
Now accepting clients from October 2026
Care that fits around your family
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Mum & Baby Brunch
Friday 20 November · 10:30am
Join Elsa and Ellie at beautiful Somersbury Barn, near Dorking, for delicious food, warm company and a little time to feel looked after.
Mums and babies aged 0–18 months · £30
Brunch, drinks, a gift bag and play for little ones.
Come as you are
You were never meant to do all of this on your own.
I can make lunch while you feed your baby, hold your little one while you rest nearby, or simply sit with you while you talk through how things are really feeling.
Every family and every day is different. At the start of each three-hour visit, we’ll decide together what would help you most. There is no judgement, no pressure and absolutely no need to tidy before I arrive.
A calmer space
A little washing-up, laundry or tidying can make home feel more manageable when your hands are already full.
Someone in your corner
A listening ear, gentle reassurance and practical help with whatever would lighten the day for you.
How it works
A gentle beginning, with everything made clear.
We’ll take things one step at a time. Before you decide, you’ll know exactly what is included, what it costs and when I can be there.
Send me an enquiry
Tell me a little about your family, where you are and what would make life feel lighter right now.
We arrange a free call
I’ll reply personally and find a comfortable time for us to talk through what you need.
Everything is confirmed
If you’d like to go ahead, I’ll confirm the support, dates, travel and price in writing, then send your invoice.
Postnatal support
A little more breathing space while you find your feet.
Three-hour visits filled with the kind of help that makes a real difference: nourishing food, time to rest, a calmer home and someone caring in your corner.
Four visits£420
Eight visits£816
Nourish & Reset£160
Explore postnatal support Preparing your family and home
Feel a little more ready for the days ahead.
We can talk through the early days, gently prepare your space or combine antenatal planning with postnatal care. The new Homecoming package offers five hours of support before and after birth for £220.
See preparation optionsBirth Be community
Come as you are. You’ll be warmly welcomed.
Join us for a gentle walk, a lovely meal or sensory play with your baby. These are relaxed, friendly spaces where local connection can grow naturally.
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Questions parents often ask
You don’t need to know exactly what you need before getting in touch.
That is what our first chat is for. We can talk it through together, with no obligation to go ahead.
Do I need to arrange support before my baby arrives?
Not at all. You’re welcome to plan ahead during pregnancy or contact me once your baby is here. I’ll always be honest about the availability I have around your preferred dates.
Can my partner or family be involved?
Of course. I’m here to support your whole family and help everyone find a rhythm that feels comfortable, without taking over or leaving anyone on the sidelines.
What if I do not know which package I need?
That’s completely fine. I’ll listen first, talk you through the options and suggest the smallest level of support that feels genuinely useful.
Is this medical or feeding advice?
No. I offer non-medical practical and emotional support. If something sits outside my role, I’ll help you find an appropriately qualified professional.
A gentle first step
Let’s talk about how things are feeling.
Tell me where you are, when you may like support and what would make the biggest difference. There’s no pressure and no obligation to go ahead.