Hi there,
I’m Andrea!
Nearly thirty years ago, before I was a midwife, I was a soon to be parent navigating the challenging journey of pregnancy and birth. Back then, I struggled with limited and conflicting information, questionable evidence that masqueraded as fact and there were no Hypnobirthing classes. This ignited my passion to research pregnancy and birth and learn various mind-body techniques and complementary therapies to keep me calm and confident during pregnancy, birth and parenthood—which they did! Inspired by my experiences and the positive births of both my babies, I went on to study midwifery so I could offer families the personalised, evidence-based information and support I once craved.
My commitment to you
Empowering your unique journey
My midwifery philosophy combines contemporary evidence-based knowledge with holistic wisdom, and a heart-centred approach, offering a space where your individual needs are heard without judgment, empowering you to navigate your birth journey with knowledge, confidence and power.
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Drawing on my expertise as a midwifery educator
My courses are designed with only high quality, impartial, evidence-based information to help you make informed choices that are right for you and your baby(ies).
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Bring your birth companion along
Every consultation or session comes with a complimentary space for one special person to experience the journey with you. Of course, you’re always welcome to fly solo too – the choice is yours!
Supporting families since 2009
From hospital to home, I've had the privilege of guiding countless families through the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
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My clinical expertise spans antenatal care, labour and birth care, postpartum and newborn care, infant feeding and more. By integrating complementary therapies with scientific evidence, I offer a truly holistic approach that supports parents in making informed choices. I also had the honour of leading a midwife-led birth unit, where I once gave birth myself, and continue to be dedicated to helping parents explore their rights, options, and choices throughout their parenthood journeys.
As a University Midwifery Lecturer, I had the privilege to share my knowledge and passion with the next generation of midwives. My philosophy is simple: With the right support and information, birth doesn't have to be scary—it can be a positive, transformative experience – it’s far too precious to leave to chance!
Qualifications and certificates:
Registered Midwife (NMC)
Registered Midwifery Teacher (NMC)
Bachelor of Midwifery Degree (distinction)
PG Certificate Learning Teaching & Assessment (Nursing & Midwifery) (distinction)
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Certificate in Leadership & Management (ILM)
Midwife & Student Advocate (former RCM Workplace Rep)
Basic Life Support Instructor (Resuscitation Council UK)
Neonatal Resuscitation Training (SNRC)
Obstetric Emergency Training (PROMPT)
Biomechanics for Birth (Molly O’Brien)
Baby Friendly Breastfeeding & Infant Feeding Management (UNICEF)
Bereavement Care for Professionals (SANDS)
Suicide Awareness Training (SuicideTALK)
Diploma in Hypnobirthing (KGH Hypnobirthing)
Certified Traumatic Birth Recovery Practitioner (College of Perinatal Emotional Health)
Somatic Trauma Release (Rachel Maddox)
Trauma Release Therapy (SHEN)
Certified Shamanic Practitioner (Embracing Shamanism)
Nature Intelligence & Earth Centred Practices (Embracing Shamanism)
Nurtured Postpartum and Rebozo Massage (Sophie Messager)
Professional membership
Nursing & Midwifery Council
Royal College of Nursing
Association of Radical Midwives
Association for Improvements in Maternity Services
Skills and experiences
15 years’ experience working within NHS maternity and university sectors
Experienced Midwifery Lecturer, privileged to have nurtured the next generation of midwives
Experienced in Community and Hospital Midwifery including Antenatal Care and Education, Labour and Birth Care, Postpartum and Newborn Care, Parentcraft and Infant Feeding, including complex care.
Former Senior Charge Midwife specialising in supporting parents with complex pregnancies to achieve the birth they want, aligned to their individual needs and wishes, including choices considered to be 'outwith guidelines'.
Experienced Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
Former National Childbirth Trust (NCT) Area Facilitator and committee member
