Joyful Birth Doncaster

31/03/2026

Reviews

5.0

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(13 reviews)

Another gorgeous review. I am always so grateful for reviews it means the world to know I have made a difference to someone's birth. Thank you so much and also for the beautiful gift, I'm saving it for my office. Please keep in touch and send me updates as baby grows.

It's a huge compliment to be invited into someone's birth space as it's such a personal and life changing time. I will never take someone's trust for granted

It was an honour to have Joy alongside us during our pregnancy, labour and beyond. Having a home birth was very important to us and we couldn’t have chosen a better midwife to be with us on the journey.
From Joys first visit she made us feel at ease and confident in our decision. She guided us through the final stages of pregnancy and when labour started she was nothing short of an angel. My labour was longer than we had expected and everyone involved was exhausted but Joy did not leave my side for a second, she was there comforting and guiding me through every contraction and reassuring us the baby was okay. At 01:27am on the 25th January our beautiful baby boy ************* entered the world and it was even more beautiful and magical than I could ever have imagined, all thanks to Joy. She made sure that every one of our hopes and wishes happened and within half an hour of having our beautiful boy we were tucked up in our own bed cuddling our baby, it was perfect.
The support from Joy in the days and weeks post birth was so helpful and informative and it was such a comfort knowing Joy was always available should we have needed any help or advice.
We will forever be grateful to Joy for everything she did for us and for the safe arrival of our baby.

Comment DISCOVERY to discuss how you can work with me.

30/03/2026

As your independent midwife I will go on call for you at 37 weeks until your baby is born. This means I am available for you 24 hours a day 7 days a week. I am just a phonecall away for advice regarding you and your pregnancy. When you feel you need me I'll be there for you in my pink scrubs and my Entonox. I can accompany you to hospital if you want a hospital birth or stay in your home if having a home birth.
I really don't mind being on call, this is the life I've chosen and sometimes it means being on call for weeks. I carry on with life as normal when on call. I go shopping, meet friends for lunch, go to the gym and walk the dogs. It just means I might have to abandon what I'm doing and head to a birth. I genuinely get excited as I know you really well by this point and can't wait to meet your baby too. My family and friends are really understanding that this is part of my role. The only thing I can't do is drink alcohol for obvious reasons but that's not a problem. If you would like to talk about working with me comment DISCOVERY. #24/7oncall

29/03/2026

So I've hired a storage unit. I had so much birthy stuff hanging around the house that I needed it somewhere else. It's open 24/7 so I can get at it if needed but I'm not tripping over birth pools. Result.

25/03/2026

AN visits day. lots of driving and listening to personal development podcasts. if you would like a discussion about working with me DM me or on Instagram comment DISCOVERY

24/03/2026

Q+A over in my closed Facebook community/group at 1630. Ask anything you want.
If you want access to the group this is the link. This is a group for free pregnancy support on Facebook by a knowledgeable independent midwife.

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DVHUUyhP6/

22/03/2026

Planning a homebirth with an independent midwife (IM).

1. Define goals and boundaries
Be clear on what you want to avoid or delay and your non-negotiables.
Prepare a brief, clear statement to share with your IM.
Make sure you values align and you are comfortable with them.

2. Choose a compatible IM
Look for trauma-informed care, clear transfer pathways, and strong communication.
Meet to discuss consent, autonomy, escalation plans, and backup options.
Check out any reviews to get a feeling for the care they provide. (Mine are all 5 star reviews, thank you to previous clients.

3. Trauma-informed care focus
Prioritize consent, safety, and choices.
Plan coping strategies: trusted support, calm environment, and a simple signal to pause care.

4. Address advice vs. risk
Seek plain-language, evidence-based information.
Request written summaries of risks/benefits/alternatives and transfer triggers.
Create a flexible birth plan with clear thresholds for hospital transfer.

5. Practical planning
Establish a fast transfer route and hospital contact, plus a preferred facility.
Ensure a safe home setup and agreed-upon birth team.
Discuss postnatal care.

6. Support and mental health
Choose a birth companion who understands your trauma history.
Consider trauma-focused support (therapist, group, grounding exercises).

7. Documentation
Written birth plan, informed consent notes, and contact details.

Comment Homebirth to get my free guide to planning a homebirth and to be added to my email list.

22/03/2026

At the gym. As an independent midwife I need to stay fit as I work long hours and often awake in the night

20/03/2026

Join us tomorrow for our coffee morning at Carlton in Lindrick. 1030. Come and meet new mums and talk all things birth.

18/03/2026

I've done it, I've set up a community on Facebook for my potential, past and present clients. This is a space to make friends and chat about pregnancy. Regular Q+As and informative lives on important topics. This is the link to join but I'll send invites out tomorrow. Let me know if you have any topics you would like covering.
Looking forward to watching this space grow.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1894762614503915/?ref=share

18/03/2026

18/03/2026

Hi just checking in not been very well, started HRT and it's made me feel a bit crap will persevere because my joint pain is a little better and skin is glowing. Also on a weight loss mission. Back on call now. Apparently not as warm in Doncaster so might give the beer garden a miss.

16/03/2026

I love getting reviews it makes me feel so very proud. I love this role helping women achieve the birth of their dreams is everything to me. 100% 5 star reviews too. So grateful.

5.0

"Practically perfect in every way!"
No, seriously!
As a 37 week pregnant 35 year old single mum intending on a HBAC against hospital recommendation Joy was exactly that. An utter Joy. She was my rock and absolutely was the secret to me having a truly wonderful experience. Professional, knowledgeable, kind, calm and very funny which really helped me.
I couldn't recommend her highly enough.
Thank you Joy!

Aww thanks lovely. You were a pleasure as a client. Such a strong independent women your girls are so lucky to have you. Keep your head up high and keep going as you are. Missing you already. Keep in touch ###

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