But my healing journey wasn’t over. Working full-time, studying, and trying to maintain a social life left me burnt out and suffering from chronic fatigue. Life became hard, really hard. Everyday tasks seemed too much of an effort and I struggled to feel any joy. Still, in my mimid-20s, I knew life wasn’t meant to be like this.

I learned more about iron deficiency and poor gut health and was determined to decipher my body's nutritional needs.

I understood the importance of rest and finding balance.

Wanting to have it all at once is so normal, but sadly, it comes at a cost. Often, this cost is your general well-being. If you don’t stop and incorporate regular breaks, your body will choose the time to break down, which tends to be the most inconvenient time.

Why become a birth and a postpartum doula?

After spending years working with women and new mothers to address their nutritional needs, I finally understood them so much more after recently giving birth to my first child.

So many mothers had told me of their disappointment and, at times, frustration at feeling robbed of quality time with their babies due to a lack of support, physically, emotionally, and practically.

During my pregnancy, I consumed postnatal books, studied the physiological changes during the fourth trimester and became aware of doulas and the term matrescence. Why had it taken so long for me to hear these terms, let alone understand what they meant?

Mothers go through a transformative process after birth, yet birth often signifies the end of care.

No wonder many new mums feel isolated and alone after bringing their babies home.

I realised I needed to incorporate doula services into my business so I could not only help new mothers feel nourished physically but help them learn and understand the entirety of their post-birth needs.

So many mothers forgo blood tests or following up referrals due to lack of time, feeling dismissed, or only focussing on their baby’s needs and not their own. It’s not good enough for women to be told the way they feel is “just part of being a mother”. We deserve better.

My philosophy and passion are simple: Feeling good mentally and physically shouldn’t be hard-earned or considered a luxury.

By understanding what your body needs and supplying it with nutrients, nourishment and care, you can feel energised and get more out of your days.

Why work with me?

I work with your personal needs. Everyone has a starting point when it comes to health. Whether your kitchen seems a foreign place, or you just don’t have the time, you’re a single female working to advance your career or a mother with work commitment; I will create a plan to suit you, your lifestyle, and your budget.

You deserve the right to feel good and enjoy life, not just survive your days.