Doula Care for Women Birthing in Their Own Way
Calm, non-medical support for mothers who want a steady, hands-off companion in freebirth and unassisted birth.
Guided by Christine Powell Drew - Doula (Birth International Trained), Traditional Midwife, Mother of Four
In-person on the KZN South Coast + Virtual Worldwide
I once heard someone say that a midwife is there for the baby, and a doula is there for the mother.
That truth is at the heart of how I serve.
I offer doula care for women choosing freebirth or otherwise unassisted birth - mothers who want gentle, non-medical support from someone who understands what a labouring woman truly needs: warmth, safety, calm, and trust.
My role is not to direct or manage birth, but to protect your space, remind you of your own power, and walk beside you with steady presence.
"Labour is like sleep because we need the same conditions to ‘fall into labour’ as we need to ‘fall asleep.’ We need to feel safe and warm and relaxed. We need to be in a place in which we feel comfortable, and we need to be free from pressure, anxiety or fear."
Ruth Ehrhardt
Is This For You? You might be a perfect fit if you:
Are planning a freebirth or otherwise unassisted birth
Want a companion who offers emotional steadiness and hands-off support
Value privacy, warmth, and freedom from pressure or interference
Want someone who trusts your body and honours your instincts
Live on the South Coast of KZN (for in-person support) or anywhere in the world (for virtual support)
Supporting women through pregnancy, labour, and postpartum with calm, steady presence and deep respect for their instincts.
What You’ll Receive
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Prenatal conversations to prepare emotionally and practically for your birth
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A steady, reassuring presence during labour (in-person or virtually)
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Hands-off support that centres you and your rhythm
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Gentle guidance for your partner so they feel confident and involved
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Postnatal connection to reflect on your birth and ease your transition
How It Works
Connect - Reach out for a free initial chat.
Prepare - We’ll talk through your birth vision and the support you’d like.
Birth - I’ll be available on-call and present with you during your labour, offering calm, non-medical support.
Postnatal Care - A follow-up visit or call to support recovery, feeding, and emotional integration.
A note from me...
I’m Christine Powell Drew, mother of four, doula trained through Birth International, and traditional midwife.
I doula only for freebirth and unassisted birth, because I believe every woman deserves to birth in her own power, with her instincts at the centre. My role is simply to hold the conditions you need to do what your body already knows.
Your birth is your story — and I would be honoured to support you in making it one of trust, peace, and strength.
