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About Me

The heart behind my work as a doula

Rosie Gard-Storry

Hi, I’m Rosie

Birth and Postnatal Doula | Antenatal Educator | Breastfeeding Specialist | Babywearing Supporter

I live just outside Penrith with my partner, our two children and our wonderfully chaotic dog, Pepper.
When I’m not adjusting a sling, supporting a feed or chatting about birth, you’ll find me running the fells, baking something sweet, reading with a cuppa, or exploring the Lakes with my family.

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My Journey

After university, I worked as an outdoor instructor for many years, supporting people of all ages to build confidence, resilience and connection through time spent in nature. I especially loved travelling on expeditions abroad and watching people discover their own strength in new environments.

When I became pregnant for the first time, my curiosity for learning took a new direction. I found myself diving deep into research about birth, choices and the impact of care — exploring what felt right for me and my family.
Having grown up in a holistic, mindful environment, I already valued balance and intuition, but pregnancy really brought those values into focus.

Although my first birth didn’t go as I’d hoped, I had the incredible support of my doula and partner. That experience taught me how powerful knowledge, preparation and compassionate support can be — even when things take a different path. It also opened my eyes to how trauma can be felt both physically and emotionally.

When I was pregnant again, I approached my second birth feeling empowered, informed and deeply connected to my choices — and went on to have a positive home birth experience.

After that, I spent time as a stay-at-home mum, reflecting on how transformative both experiences had been. I realised that what I wanted most was to support other families in finding that same sense of confidence, connection and calm, no matter how their journey unfolded.

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Training & Experience

I trained as a Birth Doula with Developing Doulas in 2023 and have been supporting families ever since.
Alongside this, I’ve been a Babywearing Educator since 2022, and a Breastfeeding Supporter and Counsellor since 2019.

I’m always developing and adding new learning to my professional basket of tools — because growth never stops, and every family teaches me something new.

While nobody knows everything, I’m proud to say I know enough wonderful people to signpost to when needed, ensuring families always get the right support.

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My Approach

My approach as a doula is gentle, family-centred and grounded in evidence.
I believe in continuity of care — being a steady, trusted presence throughout pregnancy, birth and those tender early weeks.

My role isn’t to tell you what to do, but to walk beside you as you find your own way — helping you feel confident, informed and connected to your instincts.

My care is always flexible and tailored to you — I’m here to hold you as much as your baby. Every family I work with reminds me why this work matters so deeply; it’s such an honour to be invited into these moments of transition, growth and love.

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My Qualifications & Training

I’m a fully insured Birth and Postnatal Doula, my training and ongoing professional development include:

  • Carrying Matters Babywearing – November 2022

  • Together We sling Library training - February 2023

  • Developing Doulas Training – March 2023

  • Microbiome and Birth - July 2024

  • Panamaná Doula Course – July 2025

  • Paediatric First Aid – October 2025

  • Breastfeeding Counsellor – October 2025

  • Trauma-Informed Birth – November 2025

  • AIMS Your Rights in Birth  – November 2025

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Each of these courses and certifications, along side CPD helps me provide evidence-based, compassionate, and practical support. I work alongside your midwives and healthcare team, helping you feel informed, supported, and confident in your choices — whether you’re planning a VBAC, a repeat C-section, or exploring your options for the first time.

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Let’s Connect

If you’d like to chat about how I can support your family,
I’d love to hear from you.

Let’s arrange a friendly, no-pressure call to see if I’m the right doula for you.

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Breastfeeding in the wild

“What I wanted most was to support other families in finding that same sense of confidence, connection and calm.”

Testimonials 

Anna - VBAC

"She helped us at every stage - from writing up the birth plan to supporting us during medical appointments and during the labour itself. Without her I wouldn't have had the strength for a VBAC! Thanks to Rosie this breastfeeding journey has been so much smoother from day 1 and I've been able to exclusively breastfeed for the first time. She even taught us how to use the sling and our baby loves it! Having a doula by our side made the biggest difference when our world fell apart. I couldn't recommend Rosie enough!!! 

Amee -Slings 

A really wonderful sling library. Rosie was so easy to talk to, listened to our needs and recommended the perfect carrier. Rosie also gave some wonderful breastfeeding advice. A fantastic, non judgemental service, welcomed with a huge smile, at a great location! I would recommend for everyone to drop in.

Amy - Pregancy

Rosie helped me come up with a birth plan before having my baby as I was super anxious about what lay ahead! Even after my first chat with her I felt way more at ease and had so much more faith in myself! She was such a great support in the weeks leading up to my baby being born and has continued to be afterwards with her sling library and even some breast feeding advice. I love how positive and knowledgeable Rosie is! I wish I could bottle her up and give her to my pregnant friends all over the world! She is a huge asset to the local community 💗
Thank you Rosie!!

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