Nest & Nurture Hypnobirthing & Doula Support

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Nest & Nurture Hypnobirthing & Doula Support

🌿 I work with all kinds of families in Western Algarve + the UK to empower and educate as they prepare for birth and enter postpartum.

My aim is to nurture parents as they nurture this new chapter of life 🤍

20/10/2025

My love package to a friend 💌
A wonderful friend (actually my first new friend when I moved to Portugal!) gave birth recently and the first thing I instantly wanted to nurture her in whichever way I could whilst respecting her families space in these early days. The doula in me cannot hold back!

I made her a food parcel (after checking allergies & freezer space!) with a few nutritious meals and snacks to keep her going whilst adjusting to being a mother of 2 and to aid her milk supply and postpartum recovery.

Sweet treats:
🍫 Dark chocolate lactation brownies (extra gooey when cooked for extra yum!
🥜 Peanut butter lactation balls with a sprinkle of rock salt - the perfect addition!

And for savoury treats:
🥦 Broccoli and cheddar muffins, lots to store in the freezer for a later date too and a fab snack whilst feeding.
🍚 The famous Nepali rice pudding for all my new mamas! I left the topping simple to let her choose her favourite. Ideal for anytime of the day, warm or cold and topped with sweet or savoury. Sooo many healing properties in this recipe.

My daughter and I delivered these to her door, with a gentle knock and a text to let her know they were on her doorstep, waiting for her to enjoy when she’s ready! 🥰

09/10/2025

And THIS is why I do what I do - there really is no better feeling than knowing the impact my presence and support has on a new family. I’m so grateful they chose me to be by their side throughout it all 🧡🧡🧡

If you’re expecting in 2026 and would like to know more about how I can support you over a coffee + chat, I’d love to hear from you!

C xx

25/09/2025

That last sentence… 🥹 it says it all.

The support I give isn’t just for first-time parents, it’s for every family, every stage, every dynamic. Our preparation, healing and confidence is unpredictable and different each time, and knowing you have a doula there for you to support you through it all, has more of an impact than you believe. The small things, can have the biggest impact to a new mother.

Hearing these words means the world to me. So very grateful to have this opportunity that brings me so much joy 🧡

Thank you to this beautiful mama for choosing me, and trusting me 😌

19/09/2025

✨Share this with a pregnant friend who’s needs to hear this✨

Ok, so here’s the thing about due dates, they’re not an expiry date & your baby hasn’t signed some sort of womb lease agreement that ends at 40 weeks 🙈

In fact, only 4%(‼️) of babies are actually born on their “due date”, and the other 96% will choose to enter the world when they are ready - it’s on their own clock.

But ofc, when you’re in the thick of those last few weeks, everyday can feel like a year, so switching this mindset early on can really help you manage those later days, and perhaps even find the joy in them!

⭐ Two phrases I heard which I won’t forget:
1• all babies are born on their birthday.
2• if someone says, “your baby’s late” - reply with, “late for what?”

Oh and one more thing… In France, full term is 41 weeks… just saying 🤷‍♀️

12/09/2025

✨A little update from me✨

This season, I’ve decided to gently pressing pause on taking new clients for hypnobirthing and doula support. After such a full and beautiful year supporting families (which I’ve loved more than words), it feels like the right time to slow things down for the time being ~ to focus on my own healing and to be more present for my family as we move through a busy season with other projects.

I plan to open up my calendar again from early 2026, and I’ll be keeping you updated along the way.

In the meantime, I’ll still be using this space to share education, insights and empowerment around pregnancy, birth and postpartum ~ so you’ll still see me popping up here!

And of course, my DMs will always be open to chat if you’re navigating your own journey from conception through to parenthood 🫂 I’ll also be more than happy to signpost you to other wonderful professionals in the Algarve who can support you 💛

Big big hugs
C xx

04/09/2025

✨4 BIRTHS; 4 PERSPECTIVES ✨
The beauty of these mothers is in the way they opened up to me. Each one described their contractions so differently ~ some spoke about pressure, others about waves, some found them overwhelming, others empowering.

And that’s the thing… there isn’t one single way they “should” feel. Every body, every birth, every baby writes its own story.

What I know for sure is this: when you understand what your body is actually doing during contractions, it changes how you meet them. Instead of fearing the unknown, you can lean into the process with a little more trust, calm and confidence.

That’s exactly why I weave hypnobirthing and doula support together ~ to help parents feel prepared for their unique journey, however it unfolds.

💾 Save this post for when you need a reminder that there’s no one “right” way to feel contractions.

01/09/2025

~ NEW OFFERING ~ The 2-Day Birth Masterclass is here! 🪷

Designed for those of you who’d like the calm, clarity and confidence of hypnobirthing, taught in a more immersive way to work around you and your partners lifestyle.

Whether you’re short on time or prefer a more focused experience, this birth prep option may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

You’ll find all of the details in the post; from what we’ll cover to the value and confidence you’ll walk away with.

Bespoke ~ private ~ in-person ~ at your home

Reach out if you’d like to know more! 🤍

- C

📍 Western Algarve 🇵🇹

11/08/2025

Until I first became a mother, I had no idea just how much having the right person by your side could shape your whole experience. Not only during pregnancy, but in those foggy, beautiful, emotional weeks postpartum too.

Throughout my journey (as a mother and a doula), one thing I know for certain is that ✨continuity of care is powerful✨ Knowing there’s someone who already knows you, your story, your family, and how you like to be supported can make you feel so much less alone. But what I do feel is important… is it has to be the right person for you. I may not be your person, and that’s absolutely okay! You’ve got to feel aligned, comfortable, understood, and truly connected.

The beauty of my work is that you don’t have to commit to it all with me. It could be just one offering, it could be the whole supported journey from bump to motherhood or it can be a last minute addition as we work and spend more time together. What matters is that it feels right for you and your family.

If you’re curious, or simply want to see if I might be your person (🤗) pop me a message or head to the link in my bio to explore my packages.

Big hugs! C 🌺

23/06/2025

It’s funny how so many of our thoughts about birth aren’t really ours. They come from things we’ve seen, heard or been told, often without even realising it… and then you fall pregnant and those thoughts come back to remind you.

But here’s the thing.
Your birth doesn’t have to follow someone else’s experience, what society makes you feel is the “right” way, or what some of the birth books have told you based on an opinion.

When you feel genuinely supported, when things are explained, when your voice matters… birth feels different.

Lighter. Safer. Perhaps something you’re even excited about! And most importantly, more YOURS.

So this the type of work I care about most - helping you and your birthing partner feel calm, capable and not alone in this journey 🧡

18/06/2025

Handmade with 🧡 by me, these affirmation cards aren’t just pretty words, they’re powerful tools which support you throughout pregnancy, labour and postpartum.

We dive into these more deeply during my hypnobirthing course, exploring how to actually use them, not just read them, so they become your anchors of calm and confidence when you need them most.

Their small size makes them convenient and accessible to pop into your birth bag, stick one on your mirror, behind the toilet door or keep one in your hand during a surge.
Let these words ground you, encourage you, and remind you: You CAN do this 🙌

✨ These are included in my client goody bags — a personal gift from me to you ✨

11/06/2025

Mama, you’re allowed to ask questions.
You’re allowed to pause and consider what you’ve been told.
You’re allowed to say “I’m not sure what this means”

Your pregnancy, labour and birth should feel like a space where you’re part of a supported conversation with your care provider - not just being told what to do because it’s “protocol”. Something that’s always stuck with me is:

These should be conversations, not commands.

✨ If you’d like a gentle prompt sheet which can help you advocate for yourself in this journey when it matters most, I’ve created a FREE 4-page PDF full of calmly worded questions to support you in any birthing environment. ✨

Comment ‘QUESTIONS’ below and I’ll send it your way! 😘

09/06/2025

I remember not even knowing what I needed half the time after my first child. Despite feeling the deep deep love, I was feeling overwhelmed, a little touched out (Covid times ✌️) and hoping someone might notice my signs or read my mind somehow without me having to explain myself.

Disclaimer: I cannot read your mind, but there are times where I can pre-empt your thoughts or feelings - parent to parent.

As your postpartum doula, I hope is to bring this comfort to the families I support; in their homes and via messages. A gentle presence, a bit of calm. The person who can spot what’s needed before you even say a word.

If you’re due to be in that foggy, stretchy season of parenthood this Autumn/Winter, my postpartum support is here for you when you’re ready 🧡🫂

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