NORTH EAST DOULA
You know there’s more to this journey than just ticking boxes. More than checklists, appointments, or simply doing as you're told.
You’re ready to feel seen, heard, and held—not just managed or monitored. You want to feel proud. Sovereign. Like every decision was yours to make.
As your doula, I’m not here to tell you how to birth.
I’m here to walk beside you as you soften into your own knowing; to help you peel away the ‘shoulds’ and ‘musts’ of routine care…
And instead walk a path that feels rooted in you—your body, your intuition, your desires.
Whether you already have a clear vision for birth or you simply know you want something deeper, more intuitive, more you—this is a space to explore that.
Together, we’ll prepare not just for the practicalities of birth—but for the transformation.
So that as you meet your baby, you’ll feel calm, grounded, and deeply aligned.
And once your baby is here... you’ll look back at your experience with a quiet power in your core and say: “I wouldn’t change a thing.”
I’ve spent the past seven years supporting families across Northumberland and the North East of England, including Newcastle, North Tyneside, Whitley Bay, Blyth, and the Scottish Borders.
Every birth is different—but the need for unwavering, soulful support is the same.
My work blends traditional doula care with tools like:
✨ Hypnobirthing
✨ Pregnancy massage
✨ Reiki and energy work
✨ Biomechanics and body balancing
✨ Nervous system regulation and emotional support
This is more than birth prep. It’s soul prep.
Because I believe your birth should feel sovereign, sacred, and yours.
What is a Doula?
To me, a doula is a little bit like the modern day version of the 'wise woman', who would have attended women before the medicalisation of birth; she is not there to perform medical checks or examinations, to 'assess' you or your labour in any way. What I am there for is to support you emotionally, spiritually, energetically and physically in the lead up to, during and after your birth.
As a doula I provide this nurturing support not only to the birthing woman, but her partner too; we have somewhat lost the 'village' which our ancestors would have had around them to birth. In days gone by you would have had your Mother, Grandmother, Aunts, Cousins, beloved friends holding and supporting you both as you approached and experienced this incredible but intense journey.
"Words can hardly describe how grateful we are for your knowledge, your support & your love. You have given us the gift of strength & courage, we would never have been able to trust in the natural process of birth without you.
Our birth was everything and more, with little 'E' being born en caul at 43+3 weeks surrounded by love at home. You supported me on every possible level - physically, mentally and spiritually and I will be forever grateful."
Julia, Doula client 2024
Rachel's Story...
"When I decided I wanted a home birth, I wanted to ensure all the people in my space fully understood what I wanted from this birth experience. Not all the midwives I had spoken to during my appointments were experienced in home birth and I felt this would impact my environment and my comfort in birth.
With Jess I felt she could support me in protecting my space no matter which midwifes turned up on the day. Jess was knowledgeable about all aspects of birth. She was always able to signpost us to evidence based information & her experiences of home births were incredibly helpful when making my own decisions about my birth.
She checked in with me regularly and always said the right things at the right time as my pregnancy progressed, particularly when I was over due, she supported me to make the best decisions for me to ensure I could still get the birth I wanted.
Jess was exactly what I needed during labour. Her presence was so calming and supportive; she was always just where I needed her to be. When I felt labour pains in my legs, she was there to massage them without me saying anything. When I needed words of encouragement, she was there to give them to me.
She worked seamlessly with the midwives & my husband to collectively be the perfect team to support me. And this all created the perfect environment for my daughter’s birth."
Meet your Doula...
I'm Jessica Ord—award-winning doula, holistic birth educator, and founder of Positively Pregnant, rooted here in North East England.
Since 2018, I’ve supported countless women and families through one of the most powerful, transformative times of their lives. My own journey into motherhood - especially my sovereign free birth with our second babe, Primrose - inspired me to create a space where women feel truly held, informed, and honoured as they birth their babies and themselves.
My approach is deeply holistic and woman-led; blending modern birth knowledge with time-honoured wisdom and the practical insight that comes from years spent in real birth rooms—not just textbooks.
Over the years, I’ve been recognised with awards like:
🌿 Best Antenatal Course – UK
🌿 Hypnobirthing Specialist of the Year
🌿 Best in Pregnancy Support Services
🌿 Best Doula Service 2024 (North East England)
But the real reward of this work? It's witnessing women step fully into their power.
Whether you’re planning a free birth, home birth, or navigating the hospital system, my role is to offer grounded, intuitive support... without judgement, without an agenda.
Alongside my doula care, I offer:
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Bespoke birth preparation and education
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Tools such as reiki, massage, biomechanics and hypnobirthing
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Support for the nervous system, emotional integration, and your soul’s unfolding
I’m also in the process of writing my second book, Ancient Wisdom / Modern Birth, where I explore how ancestral knowledge can guide us in today’s birth landscape.
Whatever your path looks like, I’m here to walk it with you—with reverence, presence, and deep trust in your wisdom.
My additional skills & training include:
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Hypnobirthing (of course!)
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Biomechanics for birth (Molly O Brien)
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Pregnancy Massage Diploma (Coastal Holistic, IGCT accredited)
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Labour massage - 'Comforting Touch for Doulas'
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Rebozo for birth - Sophie Messager
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Homeopathy for pregnancy & childbirth - Zoe Scanlan
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Breech 101 - Breech without borders
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Aromatherapy for birth
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3 Step Rewind, Birth trauma resolution - Ruth Olayinka
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Reiki - Reiki Levels 1 & 2 plus 'Reiki for Birth'
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Clinical Hypnotherapy & CBT (MNCH (Acc.)
In my 'spare time' I'm also the head of the North East Home Birth Network, which boasts a diverse community of 600 members. We meet every first Friday of the month at Baltic, Gateshead - join the Facebook group to find out more!
I'm a registered & insured Doula with Doula UK, the country's leading accreditation body for professional Doulas.
I'm also a member of the independent midwifery company ZEST midwifery, and sometimes work alongside the wonderful Debbie (Independent Midwife of The North) as her 'second', or what ZEST refer to as a 'MaMa' (Mother and Midwifery Assistant).
BIRTH DOULA PACKAGES
Option 1: Birth Doula - £1,650 per couple
Recommended for parents who have already embarked on in depth birth preparation, or have worked with me before. Monthly payment plan available.
Includes:
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Free Initial consultation - a friendly informal chat where you can get to know me, ask any questions & you can suss out if I might be the right doula for you! Either over Facetime or we can meet for a brew!
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Support over whatsapp & voice notes throughout your pregnancy, as soon as you officially book in.
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A lovely 'welcome' box full of goodies, useful birth tools (including a birth acupressure comb & authentic mexican rebozo) and hand made pregnancy safe aromatherapy products.
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3 x 2 hour birth preparation antenatal sessions, at my relaxing antenatal studio in Northumberland. Bespoke to your needs, and to ensure you feel confident & ready to birth your baby.
(One of these sessions can be a '3 step rewind' - a specialist birth trauma resolution process, which can help to shift heavy or unwanted emotions surrounding previous birth or pregnancy experiences.)
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Complimentary access to my award winning Online Hypnobirthing course, 10 hypnobirthing MP3s
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A 4 week '24/7 on call' period (usually 38-42 weeks) You'll have the re-assurance of knowing you both have someone by your side that you've built a relationship with. My calming presence will be with you from when you need me in labour, during birth and until you are ready for me to leave you settled, getting to know your new baby! You get to choose when your 'on call period begins - tbc on booking).
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1 x 1.5 hour postnatal visit - for you to de-brief your birth experience, make you a warming, ceremonial cacao & help in any way I can.
Option 2: Enhanced Birth Doula Care - £2,200
Highly recommended for first time parents, or those who have had difficult previous birth experiences. Monthly payment plan available.
Includes:
All of the above - but, rather than 3 x 2 hour sessions, you'll have:
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A private 2 day (9 hours total) comprehensive Hypnobirthing & birth prep course for yourself and your partner, to explore and understand how birth works, and how we can help ourselves during it! Find out more about my multi award winning courses HERE.
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2 additional antenatal sessions (2 hours each) to use as you wish. Perhaps to explore your birth wishes in further detail, practice your biomechanics & hypnobirthing, think about how to prepare for your postnatal time, or even indulge in a pregnancy massage from yours truly.
(One of these sessions can be a '3 step rewind' - a specialist birth trauma resolution process, which can help to shift heavy or unwanted emotions surrounding previous birth or pregnancy experiences.)
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On average we will have spent at least 14 hours together before you've even gone into labour, ensuring I am nowhere near a stranger for you!
PLUS:
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Complimentary use of my birth pool - includes: Birth pool, new liner, hose & accessories (All you need for a water birth)
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Use of my birth specific TENS machine (Includes new electro pads)
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Healing home made, traditional postpartum meals cooked and ready for your freezer
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Postnatal support over whatsapp for the first 40 days after birth
Option 3: Complete Birth Doula Care - £3,000
Recommended for first time parents, those who would like all encompassing support, or those who are navigating the system through a 'high risk' pregnancy. Monthly payment plan available.
Includes:
All of the above PLUS:
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I can attend midwife/ hospital appointments with you, should you wish; attending those appointments can often feel stressful or overwhelming.
With this package, you'll have the relief of knowing I can be there to help you to prepare any questions you might have, and on the day I can be there to support you emotionally, help you to feel confident enough to use your voice and advocate for what'r best for you. This can be a real game changer when your partner isn't able to accompany you to these appointments.
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Monthly pregnancy massage through your third trimester (from 28 weeks); ,massage from a highly skilled prenatal expert has been shown to have so many benefits for both you and your baby. From easing stress to boosting blood circulation and reducing swelling... l
Luckily for you, your doula is a fully qualified pregnancy massage therapist, and my dreamy massages, infused with reiki energy and ending with a warming cup of cacao are such a gorgeous addition to your pregnancy care.
(Massage package bookable separately for all other packages for £300)
Option 4: Antenatal doula - £650
Think of me as your antenatal doula; with this option you'll have my full support throughout your pregnancy as part of your birth team. 50/50 payment plan available.
Includes:
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10 hours 1-2-1 birth preparation with Jessica at her antenatal studio
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The option to hold one of the days at your home
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Nuanced, personalised content during your course
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Continued nurturing support throughout your pregnancy via whatsapp voicenotes and messaging
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5 highly effective & simple hypnobirthing techniques
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10 hypnobirthing Mp3s
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13 self paced online classes
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10 digital chapters
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Gormet deli lunch (at the studio only)
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Refreshments through the day (at the studio only)
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Local knowledge of birth services
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Deluxe welcome gift box
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Help navigating the local maternity system
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Birth plan templates
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Biomechanics for birth
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Teaching your partner my best 'doula tricks' to support you physically during labour with a rebozo scarf (gifted to you on the day!)
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Hands on massage techniques for your partner to learn
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In depth exploration of your birth needs and choices.
Is this the support you're longing for?
If something in you is stirring... if you’re craving support that’s tender, rooted, and real -
I’d love to walk this path beside you.
Before we decide if we’re the right fit, we’ll always have a heart-to-heart, where we explore your hopes for birth, how you’re experiencing pregnancy, and what it might feel like to truly claim your voice and your path during this powerful time.
This can be over a mug of something warm in my cosy antenatal studio in Northumberland, a walk and chat in nature, or via video call—whatever feels most easeful for you.
Book a free discovery call, or reach out with any questions with the buttons below.
Whether you're clear on what you need or simply know you want more from this experience... I’ll meet you where you are.
This is your journey. Let’s honour it together.
Jessica@positivelypregnant.co.uk
What it feels like to be held here...
The women and families I support are usually standing at a threshold.
They’re ready to make their own decisions. To step away from routine-led care and the conveyor belt of “standard” antenatal options... and instead, walk a path that feels more sacred, more intuitive, and deeply aligned with who they are.
You might not be sure exactly how to step into your power - but you know it’s time.
And that’s where I come in.
Pregnancy support with me is not a checklist... It’s not textbook or prescriptive. It’s a journey inward—a discovering of your own wisdom, power, and voice.
Whether you’re preparing for a home birth in Northumberland, planning a hospital birth in Cramlington, or exploring free birth in the Scottish Borders, our work together is always centred on you.
Together, we create space... for your questions, your stories, your fears and desires. We’ll sip cacao and chat softly, we’ll go deep when it’s time, and we’ll laugh, cry and celebrate this sacred unfolding.
You’ll be held emotionally, spiritually and practically. That might look like:
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Tailored birth preparation sessions, rooted in both ancient wisdom and modern evidence
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Pregnancy massage and reiki to soothe and soften your body and soul
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Exploring your birth preferences in depth, including how to advocate confidently within the maternity system, looking at evidence & research and figuring out your boundaries for Plans A,B and C.
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Rebozo, biomechanics, and hypnobirthing tools, to support your physical and emotional readiness
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Space for your birth partner to feel seen, prepared and empowered too - teaching them my tried and tested 'doula magic tricks'!
I’ll support you to step out of the ‘good girl’ conditioning and into something far more real. More wild. More you.
This is holistic care—tender, steady, and deeply aligned with the rite of passage that is birth.
Abbie's story...
"Jess is a very friendly , warm hearted person who clearly wished the best for my journey into becoming a mummy of two and for baby to have a peaceful entry into the world. She provided us with so much knowledge about any topic I needed and was a wealth of information !
I think one of the nicest things about Jess is that she does not judge or question your decisions (other than to make sure it is truly what you want, and not a pressurised decision) she just supports , holds space and provides information so you can make the right decisions for you.
She had a wealth of knowledge on breech babies and I felt like I could talk to her about all options (c-section, vaginal breech birth, ECV) without judgement. "
On the day of your birth...
From around 38 weeks of pregnancy I’ll be officially on call - calmly, lovingly, and patiently holding space, ready to come to you whenever your baby chooses to arrive. As far as I’m concerned, there is no "sell-by date"—just your baby’s perfect timing.
In those final weeks, our connection deepens. I’ll be by your side emotionally, spiritually, and practically—helping you navigate any questions, signposting resources, and offering evidence-based insight when needed. This is the sacred threshold… and I’ll be walking it with you.
When the time comes, I’ll join you wherever you are - whether that’s your candlelit living room in Whitley Bay, your birth pool in Morpeth, a home in the rolling hills of Northumberland, or even a hospital room further afield in Cramlington, Newcastle or the Scottish Borders.
🌿 Practical Support
I’ll help create your birthing environment with intention—setting up your birth pool, lighting candles, diffusing oils, making nourishing drinks. From filling the kettle to fluffing pillows—everything is done with reverence for your unfolding journey.
I’m trained & insured in:
Biomechanics for birth
Traditional Rebozo techniques
Massage and aromatherapy for labour
If you want hands-on support, I’ll be right there with nurturing touch and presence. And if your body is calling for solitude and silence? I’ll honour that, too - softly holding the space as you go inward.
💗 Emotional & Energetic Support
Birth can stir up a whole host of emotions. I’m here as your anchor - for the tears, the laughter, the big releases.
A calm, unwavering presence. A safe place to lay it all down.
I’ll witness you, remind you of your strength, and help your partner feel empowered in their role too.
🌿 Advocacy Support -
Part of my role is to flow with ease, kindness and respect alongside the medical professionals you’ve chosen to invite into your space. Whilst I work seamlessly alongside NHS midwives, independent midwives, and families preparing for unassisted birth, my loyalty is always with you—to your voice, your choices, and in helping your partner to use their voice and step into their power, too.
I’m not here to guard the door.
I’m not here to save you.
I’m here to help you remember - you never needed saving.
✨ Hypnobirthing Guidance
If you need a voice to ground you, I’m there. I can guide you through tailored breathing, visualisations, or calming prompts drawn from your hypnobirthing practice - reminding you of the tools you already hold within.
🤍 I Stay With You
No matter what path your birth takes, I’ll be with you. If your plans shift - from home birth to hospital, from midwife-led care to a transfer, I’ll follow your lead and stay with you, wherever possible, to ensure continuity and calm.
Emma's story...
"Jess was an absolutely crucial role in our pregnancy and birth.
Our home birth was 3 days long, in the end, and it was an emotional and physical marathon for me. And for her, too…a lot of hip pressing was involved!
But with Jess’ steadfast support and confidence, I never feared the outcome...even when the midwife had gone home for a break. Thank god Jess was there for our accidental free birth. I learned to trust in my decisions, in my body and was able to have the birth I’d always wanted.
Whenever I think back to the birth, I can see Jess there...gently encouraging and supporting us throughout, like some kind of birth angel!"
