Birth & Postpartum Doula Support
Birth and Postpartum Doula support and Antenatal classes with Aisling Finnegan – providing emotional, physical and informational support to parents to be and new parents. Support from a Doula can help you throughout pregnancy, birth and ease the transition into parenthood.
Private and group Antenatal classes, workshops and Birth & Postpartum Doula support available in Kildare, Dublin, Meath and Online.
about me
"I am passionate about supporting expectant and new parents on their journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum."
I’m Aisling Finnegan. I am a mum of four and I live with my family in the Kildare/Dublin area. I am a Birth Doula, a Postpartum Doula and a Birth Educator. I am co-founder of birthbox.ie, a brand new online store for labour and birth where we sell labour preparation packages, Maternity TENS machines, birth balls and more.
I am passionate about supporting expectant and new parents on their journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I offer group and private antenatal classes and postpartum doula support in your home and online. My next group Antenatal class is on September 1st 2024 in Barberstown Castle, Straffan, Co. Kildare.
Each family I work with is unique and so my support is tailored to meet the individual needs of every parent or parents. My goal is to help you feel confident, empowered, supported and at ease during the most important moments of your life.
Having a Doula provides continuous support and encouragement during pregnancy and birth and is shown to help you have a more positive birthing experience.
my services as your Birth and postpartum doula
What I Offer
The list below gives an insight into the services that I provide to support you and your family at this precious time.
- Antenatal classes online and in-person
- Physical, emotional and informational support for parent/parents to be
- Confidential and non-judgmental support
- Birth Doula Support - In-person and virtual options
- Support with breast and bottle feeding
- Infant soothing techniques (experience with colic and reflux)
- Physical, emotional and practical support in the postpartum period
- Access to my extensive resource list
- Family adjustment strategies and whole family support
- Light housework and batch cooking
- Physically care for the new parent
- Ovenight support
- Prepare for Birth & Postpartum Workshops ( Group & Private)
What I love about being a Doula
I feel so lucky to be a Doula. Every part of my job I enjoy so much. My role is so incredibly versatile and no two days are the same as a birth and postpartum doula.
Some days are spent preparing expectant parents for birth through antenatal classes and various workshops. Some days are spent with my birth clients getting ready for birth, offering that continuity of care and empowering them for birth.
Other days are spent in my role as a postpartum Doula supporting new parents in the postpartum period. I am on hand to support them however they need, preparing meals, light housework, caring for their baby while parents sleep and rest, providing emotional support and troubleshooting any issues they have. I love providing feeding support and being that person who is just a call or a text away should they need. I also offer overnight care for parents who need a good night sleep.
“I AM SO LUCKY TO LOVE WHAT I DO.”
‘Prepare for Birth & Postpartum’ Antenatal Workshop with Aisling Finnegan and Louise Grant
We are so excited to bring our Prepare for Birth and Postpartum Antenatal class to Little Roo Studio.
Centred in the heart of Blackrock village, Little Roo Parent and Baby Hub is the place for expectant parents, parents and families in the Dublin area.
This is an informal and relaxed Doula led antenatal class to prepare and empower you for birth and postpartum. We believe that preparing for postpartum is JUST AS IMPORTANT as preparing for birth, and we cover everything from birth to postpartum in a fun and engaging way.
Our goal is to empower expectant parents to trust their bodies, their choices, their boundaries, and their decisions. Education and preparation are key to a positive birth and postpartum experience, and our antenatal class is the perfect way to get started on that journey.
So, if you’re looking for a supportive, inclusive, and fun antenatal class experience, we would love to welcome you and your partner or birth support person along.
Saturday 11th of January 2025
10 A.m – 4.30 P.M
Please note that Aisling and Louise are both on-call birth doula’s. in the unlikely event that one of them is attending a birth on the day, Aisling or Louise will host the workshop on their own.
We will provide refreshments throughout the day and we will break for lunch, you are welcome to go for lunch or bring a lunch if you prefer.
Book here
FAQ
A Doula is a non-medical professional who offers emotional, physical, informational and practical supports to parents to be and new parents. I offer non judgemental support and evidence based information for expectant and new parents. Having a doula means you will be supported all the way through pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
The earlier the better so I can guarantee availability for you but you can get in touch at any time.
- A birth debrief
- Emotional support for new parents
- Confidential and non-judgmental support
- Help and guidance with your baby
- Assistance with infant feeding (breast or bottle)
- Overnight support
- Taking care of the baby while you sleep or take time to yourself
- Access to my extensive resource list
- Help with older children
- Light housework
- Physically care for the new parent
- Cooking nutritious meals and snacks
- Online support sessions available
- Support for parents with Postnatal depression
- Can refer parents on for further professional support if needed
You can book any of my packages, full birth support or just antenatal support or postpartum support. Packages are tailored to your needs.
Antenatal sessions in your home are part of the full birth support package I offer.
I have lots of different options for Antenatal classes. Classes and Workshops are offered in a group or one-to-one session. I am also a qualified Childbirth Educator. There is also an option to join my prepare for Birth & Postpartum group Workshops, these are available in person or online.
Yes, I offer free video or phone consultations. They usually take around fifteen to thirty minutes and are a great way to get to know me and ask any questions about my Birth support, Postpartum support or my Antenatal classes.
Yes, I sell gift vouchers and digital gift vouchers. They make a wonderful present for expectant or new parents
Yes, absolutely. My support is tailored to every family I work with. There are different packages available depending on your needs. Get in touch using the contact form to arrange a free consultation where we can discuss your needs.
Yes, my overnight support is very popular. Parents can sleep while I take care of your baby throughout the night. If breastfeeding I can bring baby to you for feeds.
Searching for TENS machine, pregnancy and labour items or the perfect baby shower gift?
When searching for items for labour or the perfect baby shower gift, Birth Box is a great choice. Tailored specifically for pregnancy and birth, the thoughtfully curated box and online store includes baby shower gifts and items for pregnancy and birth like aromatherapy, maternity TENS Machine, Birth Ball, Rebozo, and various comfort measures designed to support a smooth and comfortable birth experience. Offering both practical and comforting tools, the Birth Box ensures that the mother-to-be is well-prepared for labour and birth, making it the perfect gift. Available through our online store www.birthbox.ie
I had some concerns in the lead up to the time of our baby’s arrival, particularly in relation to interventions and not having access to certain resources within the hospital setting and she helped me to feel at ease with her calm manner and eagerness to find a solution. No matter what question I had, she always provided evidence based research which helped to deepen my own understanding and allow me to come to decisions based on knowledge I may otherwise not have had access to.
She often provided me with podcasts, links and reading material which ultimately helped me to become more informed about the whole process. Her presence at the birth of our baby was so helpful, it completely changed the energy of the room and I knew my preferences were really being listened to where possible.
My birth experience was so incredibly positive - having Aisling alongside my partner and I helped us so much. She is very professional in her approach and is so well versed on how to support people effectively on this incredible journey. Even the snacks she brought to the hospital were just what I needed!
Forever grateful for crossing paths with her and I highly recommend her for her wisdom, understanding, reliability and unwavering support. Thank you!
The journey so far, thankfully has been so smooth for us and Aisling has been a large part to play in this. Mason is 14 weeks old now and he lights up when Aisling arrives and has a gorgeous bond with her. Our dog Teddy even jumps for joy when Aisling knocks at the door!
We couldn't recommend Aisling enough. To any parents, be it first time like us or not, Aisling will undoubtedly be one of the best decisions you could make for your new baby and for your family."
Let's discuss your needs over a FREE Consultation. Sound good?
Phone: 087 9300 701
Email: info@beyondbirth.ie
Location: Celbridge, Kildare.
Or use the Contact Form below.
