Hi, I’m Mary…
midwife, mother, and birth keeper.

I'm extremely passionate about my work and offering informed, respectful maternity care. With over 10 years experience working as a midwife and birth educator I am delighted to connect with you and guide you on your unique journey.

“Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers - strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength.”

~ Barbara Katz Rothman

Becoming a mother myself was an incredibly transformative experience. Since then, I have dedicated myself to supporting other women and families on the wonderful journey to parenthood. Throughout my career to-date I have been lucky enough to walk with thousands of people throughout the childbirth continuum.

I initially trained as a doula in a red tent in Austria which gave me a strong foundation to go on to study Midwifery in London. After a few years of hospital based work I moved to Bristol and then focused on working between the community setting and at Cossham Birth Centre. Since 2023 I now work outside of the NHS as an independent midwife offering a range of services and support for families.

I recognise the need for a more holistic model of care and the inclusion of ritual, ceremony and intuition as part of the initiation into parenthood. It is truly humbling to be able to accompany women and their families embarking on the most exciting adventure of their lives.

  • Would you like relationship-based, personalised care packages to suit your own needs? I offer holistic, flexible and family centred support from early pregnancy to six weeks after birth.

  • Birth preparation sessions to support you to enter birth feeling empowered and strong! Workshops available in person or online, as well as in groups or individual sessions from the comfort of your own home.

    Get in touch to arrange.

  • Monthly meet ups in South Bristol for pregnant mothers to connect, share and build your village.

  • Explore a range of useful online offerings to support your journey to motherhood.

Get in Touch

mary@yogimidwife.com
07462742525

I provide care within a one hour drive of Bristol City Centre.

The birth was amazing, transformative and full-on. I felt supported beyond what I could have imagined and also in the lead role. Thank you so much for sharing all your wisdom and confidence in birth, I could not feel more lucky to have crossed paths with you at this time in my life.

~ Laurie

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