Holding Space - Tips for the Birth Partner.

1. Preparation Creates Calm

Knowing where to go & who to call

A grounded birth partner knows the pathway.
Knowing when to leave, where to arrive, and who to contact helps create a calm, supported transition into the birth space.

2. Nourishment Is Support

Packing with intention

Thoughtful preparation matters.
Comfort items, familiar objects, nourishing snacks, and plenty of fluids help support energy, balance, and emotional wellbeing through labour.

3. Advocacy Through Understanding

Honouring birth preferences

True advocacy begins with listening.
Knowing preferences, values, and hopes for birth allows a partner to speak with clarity, confidence, and respect when it matters most.

4. Supporting Through Sensations

Tools for comfort & ease

Support goes beyond words.
Breath, touch, movement, sound, water, and presence can offer grounding and comfort between and during waves of labour.

5. Movement Supports Birth

Helpful positions for labour & birth

The body is designed to move.
Encouraging instinctive positions can support comfort, flow, and progress while helping the birthing body feel safe and supported.

Birth support isn’t about fixing or doing — it’s about presence, preparation, and trust . The Birthing Mother knows instinctively what to do, she needs to know that you are there to support her all the way and your presence and understanding mean everything !

These are only a few tips to get you started. If you’re feeling called to learn more on how to support birth with confidence, presence, and intention, send me an email and we’ll get started, looking forward to meeting you during your pregnancy journey.

🌿 Soulful & Awakened

09/02/2026