Our Maternity Care Packages:
Home Birth
Choosing to birth at home is a special, empowering decision. Research has shown that planning a homebirth is the safest option for most families. Preparing for an undisturbed birth and starting your labour at home sets you up for a positive experience and protects you significantly from most interventions, complications and trauma.
Why do families choose home birth?
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Comfort and Control - Your home, your space, your rules. Experience the joy of welcoming your baby in your familiar, comforting environment. No strangers walking in, no hospital smell and beeping machines. Just you, your favourite things and your favourite people...all on your terms.
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Unhurried Bonding - No hospital rush here! You get to take your time every step of the way. Enjoy this peaceful time with your new baby with no fussing around you. Protecting this magical time is our priority.
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Holistic, Person-centred Care - We value personalised, evidence-based care. Our midwifery knowledge and expertise, combined with the warmth of your home creates the ideal combination for your to have the safest and most transformative birth experience.
Hiring your own homebirth team is the only way to guarantee that
your plans, wishes and needs are fully supported!
Our Home Birth Package includes:
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Comprehensive Antenatal Visits - your private midwife is with you every step of the way. Our frequent check ups help you feel at your best through your pregnancy, and prepare confidently for birth and motherhood. Whatever direction your journey takes, we got you!
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Pelvic Health Physio - one antenatal and one postnatal appointment with our trusted specialist to minimise pelvic pain and common problems, supporting you in your recovery after baby.
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Labour Care - Care and support during birth, in full respect of your plans. Evidence-based care from experienced home birth midwives you know and trust. No strangers in your home. No suspensions of the service letting you down when it counts. If you choose to transfer to the hospital, we will remain with you every step of the way. We're by your side providing reassurance, guidance and advocacy no matter what.
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Home Birth kit - Birth pool, TENS machine, Gas & Air
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Postnatal Support - Continued care for 6 weeks after the birth to ensure both you and your baby are thriving together. Feeding, practical and emotional support by your dedicated team as you learn to navigate this new life with your new family and responsibilities. We support you through the wobbles, celebrate your wins and are in your corner every step until you feel ready to let go.
Fee: £8000 Payment plans are available
Includes 24/7 on call availability from 37 weeks, birth preparation and full indemnity insurance.
Your Safety Is Our Priority
We follow the best evidence and national guidance in supporting your decisions through pregnancy and birth. We have access to the same emergency equipment of NHS services.
All our midwives are registered professionals with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and the Royal College of Nursing.
All births are covered by professional indemnity insurance.
We work in collaboration with your local Trust/maternity department as required to ensure you receive the best and safest care every step of the way.
Hospital Birth
Giving birth in hospital is still the most common choice for parents in the UK. It may be suggested to you due to pregnancy complications or it may simply be the place you prefer to welcome your baby. Whatever the reason, you choose what's right for you and we'll be there. That's the Wise Mamas way.
Why do families choose an Independent Midwife for hospital births?
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Extra support in pregnancy - Especially when things aren't completely straightforward or "low risk", your standard care can feel like a series of tick box exercises...all of the tests and none of the personalised support you need. We unpack it all with you and help you step off the conveyor belt to pave your unique journey with confidence. We are on your side every step of the way, going beyond risk factors and looking after you and your family holistically.
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Support at home - In the early stages of labour, we come to your home and offer guidance and reassurance. No frustrating trips to the hospital wondering if it's time yet. Your trusted midwife has your back and she'll come with you to the hospital when you're ready.
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Continuity of Care and Advocacy - having your private midwife at the hospital means you won't have to worry about who's on shift and whether they'll be the right people for you. Beyond shift changes and staff shortages, we don't leave your side and we make sure you feel heard and seen through it all.
Our Hospital Birth Package includes:
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Comprehensive Antenatal Visits - frequent check ups alongside your NHS appointments to help you feel at your best through your pregnancy and prepare confidently for birth and motherhood.
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Pelvic Health Physio - one antenatal and one postnatal appointment with our trusted specialist to minimise pelvic pain and common problems and support you in your recovery after baby.
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Labour Support and Guidance - 24/7 on call availability from 37 weeks. When you need us, we're there. We're by your side providing reassurance, guidance and advocacy at every stage.
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Postnatal Support - Continued care for 6 weeks after the birth to ensure both you and your baby are thriving together. Feeding, practical and emotional support by your dedicated team as you learn to navigate this new life with your new family and responsibilities. We support you through the wobbles, celebrate your wins and are in your corner every step until you feel ready to let go.
Fee: £7500 Payment plans are available
Includes 24/7 on call availability from 37 weeks, birth preparation and full indemnity insurance.
Planned Caesarean Birth
An elective caesarean may be suggested to you due to health reasons or it may be your preference to birth your baby this way.
We support families planning for an abdominal birth with the same ethos we support everyone: your birth, your body, your choice.
Why do families hire an Independent Midwife for Planned Caesarean Births?
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Support in pregnancy - having your own midwife is invaluable in feeling fully prepared for the best birth experience, whether to help you navigate the emotions and logistics of planning an unexpected surgery, or to feel fully supported in your request for a surgical birth
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Birth day support - this may look different depending on the hospital, but physically or virtually we're by your side on the big day. No question goes unanswered before and after the birth and we can connect through video call if needed.
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Specialised care for caesarean recovery - recovering from a surgical birth has different complexities that are often underestimated, leaving mamas with negative feelings about their progress. We use our expertise and give you all our tips and tricks to help you have the smoothest postnatal recovery.
Our Planned Caesarean Birth Package includes:
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Comprehensive Antenatal Visits - frequent check ups alongside your NHS appointments to help you feel at your best through your pregnancy. Antenatal education to help you plan your birth and make it everything you want it to be.
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Pelvic Health Physio - one antenatal and one postnatal appointment with our trusted specialist to minimise pelvic pain and common problems. Caesarean specific advice and support to help you recover after birth.
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Birth Support and Guidance - in person or virtually, your midwife will be with you on the big day. We'll help you ease anxieties as you wait to meet your baby, and with all the questions that come up after. We got you.
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Postnatal Support - Continued care for 8 weeks after the birth to ensure both you and your baby are thriving together. All care in your home: feeding support, wound care, and abdominal healing tips. Your chosen midwife by your side as you navigate this short yet life changing season. We support you through the wobbles, celebrate your wins and are in your corner every step until you feel ready to let go.
Fee: £4500 Payment plans are available
Includes birth preparation and full indemnity insurance.
Each pregnancy is as unique as each baby it nurtures, and our private midwifery care ensures you receive the attention and support you deserve:
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Frequent Appointments: More than just routine check ups, our frequent appointments allow us to support your well-being and address any concerns promptly. We give you the time you need at each visit, answering all your questions and making sure you feel prepared for the next steps. Your peace of mind is our priority.
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Your Midwife in Your Pocket: Doubts and worries don't wait weeks for your next appointment, and neither do we. We are committed to being easily accessible and present when you need us. Your midwife is always just a message away, so that small worries are addressed before they become big fears.
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Maternity System Navigation: Confused by your NHS maternity options? You can lean on us to guide you through the system, empowering you to make informed choices for a confident and empowered birth experience.
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Consistent, Convenient Care: No more busy clinics and unfamiliar faces at every appointment. Seeing the same midwife at all your contacts is more than a comfort, it's proven to keep you and baby safer physically and emotionally. We work around your schedule and come to your home when is most convenient.
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Evidence Based: it takes 15+ years for mainstream maternity services to put new research into practice. Your private midwife reviews the most recent research for you and gives you the most up to date advice without delay.
Our Antenatal Care Package is designed to provide not just midwifery support but a reassuring hand to hold throughout your pregnancy.
The frequency of appointments and every other aspect of your care is flexible and can be personalised depending on your wishes and needs.
Fee: £2000 Payment plans are available
Antenatal Care
Life with a new baby is as wonderful as it is vulnerable, filled with incredible highs and some challenging moments. You'll be recovering physically whilst processing your birth experience and your new role as a parent emotionally and mentally. It's a lot to learn and navigate, especially without skilled support around you. Our comprehensive postnatal package ensures you have the support you need during this life-changing transition:
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6 weeks of visits in your home: No need to navigate busy clinics or feel stressed traveling with your newborn in the early days. Your private midwife brings the care and all the newborn tips to you. We help you stay safe and comfy in your space while you bond with your new baby with all the support.
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Your trusted midwife at your fingertips: life after birth brings questions and worries at unexpected hours. With direct access to your trusted midwife over the phone, you have the reassurance of expert and consistent guidance whenever you need it. Our commitment is to be there for you, making sure you feel supported and confident in your new role.
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Navigating matrescence together: The transition to motherhood is a beautiful, complex journey and our postnatal care package is designed to navigate it with you. From emotional well-being to physical recovery, we provide holistic support, ensuring you emerge from this transformative period feeling confident and competent.
Set yourself up for the best postnatal experience by investing in yourself and your family. We are committed to offering you the best personalised support for you and your baby, keeping all aspects of your care flexible and relevant to your family’s needs and wishes.
Fee: £2000 Payment plans are available