Postnatal Doula in Surrey, Supporting you and your baby.
My name is Lena, I live in Guildford, Surrey, with my husband. Together we have two children, George (born 2001) and Libby (born 2004). We had a lively Springer Spaniel called Oscar who sadly passed at the age of 15 in 2024.
I have been working as a Doula since 2016 and have helped and supported many families on my journey. Before having my own children I was a full time nanny then I worked within the NHS for 15 years. For 8 years I worked as a nursery nurse part time on Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) before completing my Doula Training. A huge part of my role on SCBU was parent craft which enabled me to help, support, teach and encourage new parents in the care of their baby/babies. I really enjoyed getting to know the parents and extended families, sharing my skills and knowledge enabling parents to be confident in every aspect of their babies care.
My Experience:
As well as working on the SCBU, I also helped and volunteered for the support group Positive Touch. This was for all families that had gone through SCBU (Special Care Baby Unit) with premature or sick term babies. I found this extremely rewarding and it provided me with skills and understanding of older children as as well as babies. I enjoyed getting hands on in these sessions and helping with arts and crafts and entertaining older children.
As an experienced Postnatal Doula I can share all the skills I have gained being a Doula, Sister, Mother, Auntie and in my role on SCBU. I have worked with first, second and third time parents giving varied and individualised support.
I am experienced in teaching all aspects of new-born care including-
holding baby correctly
supporting breast and bottle feeding
winding methods and calming techniques
bathing, cutting tiny finger and toe nails
I have lots of knowledge with breast and bottle feeding, tongue tie, jaundice and reflux to hopefully spot any issues that arise and signpost to the relevant Health care professionals if needed.
Training:
Daisy Family First Aid
Unsettled Babies Study Day- Shel Banks
Tongue-tie Matters - Sarah Oakley
Post-Natal Mental health Study Day
Younique Postnatal Doula Initial Preparation Course
Doula UK recognition process
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
UNICEF Breastfeeding and Lactation Management Course along with breastfeeding study days (in house at RSCH)
Paediatric and Adult resus trained (in house RSCH)
I am fully insured and have an up to date DBS.
Client Reviews & Testimonials
‘Lena helped me with both of my sons and I’m so glad we found her. She was so helpful with both practical and emotional support, with stacks of advice on feeding (breastfeeding and bottle, and later weaning), baby’s development and general baby care. But she was also amazing looking after me as a new mother too, making sure I was as happy, relaxed and well-rested as possible. I’d highly recommend her!’
— Alice & Family
‘Lena was absolutely instrumental in enabling us to survive (and thrive!) postpartum. Lena offered phenomenal support, empathy, and guidance from the very first day, and empowered us with skills, knowledge and confidence as we embarked on our parenting journey. We wholeheartedly recommend Lena, and can’t wait for Lena’s support for our next little one!’
— Donna & Family
‘Lena has fast become an extension of our family. Her warm, caring nature and invaluable experience has helped with adjusting to being a new mum. Having someone to give support with no judgement has been golden. Our little girl loves her time with Lena. She has been key to getting us on the road to Ophelia’s milestones and knowing that, makes being able to leave the house ok. Her pearls of wisdom have been a lifeline and immense support for our family.’
— Sam & Family
‘Lena has a wonderful caring, kind and professional personality. Lena looked after my 7 month old baby for a day and a night and she was fantastic. She communicated ahead of time to understand our requirements and was supportive and professional- even organising a pre-meet to ensure my baby was comfortable being left with her. I had full confidence in her care and would use her services again in a heartbeat!’
— Former Client
‘Lena is a wonderful support with breastfeeding and is so kind and knowledgeable. I have sought advice from her for both of my children and would highly recommend!’
— Lindsay
‘Lena is an absolute lifesaver. I decided to hire a doula for 6 weeks after the birth of my second daughter because I really struggled with the intensity of the first few weeks after the birth of my first.
My baby is 6 months old and Lena is still with us because she is so wonderful. Not only is she hugely knowledgable about anything and everything baby, birth, breastfeeding or postpartum related, she’s also the loveliest person you’ll meet. Both my daughters adore her (as do my dogs) and she has provided me with the most wonderful support throughout.
I’m so grateful to get to experience being a mum to a baby a second time - and this time I get to enjoy and cherish it without all the anxiety and stress I had the first time around. Lena was the biggest part of making that possible.’
— Daniella & Family
‘Lena is wonderful! I don’t know how I would have managed those early months without her. She was incredible with our whole family. My youngest is now school age but still loves it when she visits. Super experienced and non judgemental. I can’t recommend her enough.’
— Kayleigh
‘Lena was an absolute godsend to my family when I brought my preemie daughter home from hospital and I had an 18 month old son. I was very stressed out, tired and depressed. Lena came a couple of days a week to give me support and a break. I couldn’t have coped without her! Highly recommend.’
— Georgina
Working Area
I live in Guildford, Surrey, and I work in the surrounding areas. Please contact me for more information.
I charge an additional £0.45 per mile exceeding 10 miles from my home address. I do not include travelling time in my hours.