🤰 Repeat Caesarean vs VBAC….What’s Right for You? If you’ve had a previous caesarean, deciding between a repeat caesarean and a vaginal birth (VBAC) is deeply personal and both can be safe and empowering options when supported pr
✨ Here’s a little peek at what I offer through Doula Diary ✨ Whether you’re preparing for birth, adjusting to life postpartum, or looking for ways to connect with your baby — I’m here to walk alongside you. 💜 Birth doula su
🗓️ Morecambe Bay Birth Stats – February 2025 One figure really stands out this month: ➡️ Caesarean births accounted for 48.4% of all births. While Caesareans can be essential and life-saving, such a high rate raises some important questions:
☀️ Sun Safety for Pregnant Mamas & Little Ones ☀️ Whether you’re growing a little life or caring for one earthside, summer sunshine can bring joy — and a few extra things to keep in mind 💛 Pregnancy & the Sun Your skin is more s
💭 “What if I can’t cope with the pain?” One of the most common questions I’m asked as a doula and such an honest, human one. Here’s what I want you to know 👇 ✨ You don’t have to do it alone. You’ll be sup
🌿✨ Pregnancy Retreat Reminder + GIVEAWAY! ✨🌿 Just a gentle reminder that our Bespoke Pregnancy Retreat is happening Sunday 6th July at the stunning Swarthmoor Hall — a full day of calm, connection, and preparation for birth 💫 We’ll b
Are you pregnant and craving calm, connection, and confidence as you prepare for birth? Come join us for the Doula Diary Pregnancy Retreat Sunday 6th July | 10am–5pm | Swarthmoor Hall A nourishing day of movement, relaxation, expert workshops
🌿 Meet Leanne – The Heart Behind Doula Diary 🌿 Hi lovely people, I’m Leanne Stitt — a mother, nurse, doula, and the founder of Doula Diary. I created this space to support parents through the raw, beautiful, and often overwhelmi
As a mother and doula, I was really disappointed by @karen_millen recent comments on breastfeeding. While she’s since apologised, offhand remarks like this can be so damaging, especially to families trying to breastfeed. I support all feeding
‼️NOW CLOSED‼️ 🎁 GIFTED SPACE FOR TOMORROW’S BABY SPA CLASS! 🎁 One of our lovely mums and her baby can’t make tomorrow’s class as they are on their holidays ✈️ — but she’s kindly offered to GIFT her place to another
🌿 WIN A PLACE ON THE DOULA DIARY PREGNANCY RETREAT! 🌿 We’re SO excited to offer one lucky parent-to-be the chance to win a FREE place on our upcoming Doula Diary Pregnancy Retreat, a soulful, nurturing day designed just for you 💛 This is y
🌸 Baby Massage Pool Party 🌸 A fun, feel-good water-based session for connection, calm, and sensory joy! Join us for a unique twist on traditional baby massage, combining soothing touch with gentle water play in a warm, baby-safe setting. Designed