Terri-J De Nobrega, known as Jay (she/her), is a dedicated Registered Midwife and Birth Worker/Doula based in London, UK.

With over eight years of experience in both clinical and community settings, Jay brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to providing holistic care for families throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey.

From the outset of her career in birth work, Jay has prioritised ensuring that women, people, and their families are respected, understood, and fully engaged in their birthing experience.

She is committed to delivering support that is culturally sensitive, fully informed, and advocates for the individual choices and preferences of those she serves.

Jay skilfully navigates the sometimes polarising roles of midwife and doula in the UK, striving to bridge these gaps in a way that enhances the care provided.

She is also dedicated to reflecting on and unlearning certain attitudes and practices from her midwifery career, aiming to embrace a more balanced approach to holistic care and the natural physiology of birth.

In addition to her work in the UK, Jay is a multicultural Caribbean native with a keen ability to listen and adapt to the diverse needs of the families she supports. She aspires to expand her work internationally, bringing much-needed support and care to families in St. Lucia, where she was raised.

You can connect with Jay via her website: www.jaydoula.co.uk

or here on IG @jaydoula

Find out how Mary can support you in turning your passion for birth into a profitable, sustainable business, without compromising on your values or becoming a statistic of burnout:

https://www.marygiordano.com.au/for-doulas-landing

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Rowie (she/her) is a birth and postpartum doula living and mothering on Gadubanud Land. Rowie is a former primary school educator and myotherapist. She has two daughters (6 and almost 4). She lives amongst the trees overlooking the beach with her partner Jake, her two girls and their dog, Pinto.

Rowie is a passionate advocate for women’s choices in birth and supports birth both in the hospital and at home. She recognizes the importance of feeling supported in birth and postpartum and works with clients to navigate these transformational times in their lives feeling empowered.

You can connect with Rowie in the following ways:

Website: www.rowiecooke.com

Socials: @rowiecooke_doula

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Imren (she/her) is a qualified Postpartum Doula and mother of two who has first-hand experience of the beauty and complexity that is pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Imren is passionate about women receiving the necessary care they need during the first forty days after birth and beyond.

Her own experiences of becoming and being a mother in today’s society have influenced Imren’s passion to provide support, hold space and create a community of care for new and seasoned mothers. With a background in youth work, teaching and community planning, Imren has learned how to walk alongside someone, to truly listen and hold compassion during times of vulnerability.

Further practice in mindfulness and meditation have taught her to embody self-reflection and stillness. Alongside practical support and care, Imren loves to feed families with meals that are made with love, infused with culture and loaded with nourishment.

You can connect with Imren here: @awakeningpostpartum

Find out how Mary can support you in turning your passion for birth into a profitable, sustainable business, without compromising on your values or becoming a statistic of burnout: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marygiordano.com.au/for-doulas-landing⁠⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Mary on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@marygiordano.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠

Expressions of interest to talk to me on the podcast:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.marygiordano.com.au/the-whole-doula-podcast