Bespoke Antenatal Education for Intended Parents & Surrogates

Every surrogacy journey is unique - emotionally, practically and medically.

Your preparation should be too.

I offer completely personalised 1:1 antenatal education and support for intended parents and surrogates navigating the extraordinary journey of bringing a baby into the world through surrogacy.

Whether you are at the very beginning of your journey, preparing for birth, navigating international surrogacy, or wanting support during the early postnatal transition, our time together is thoughtfully tailored around your circumstances, preferences and needs.

This is not a generic antenatal course.

It is a safe, supportive and deeply informed space where you can ask questions openly, build confidence, prepare emotionally and practically, and feel genuinely held throughout the process.

A Truly Tailored Experience

No two surrogacy journeys look the same.

Your support shouldn’t either.

Sessions are carefully designed around your situation, including:

  • UK or international surrogacy journeys

  • First-time intended parents

  • Experienced parents growing their family through surrogacy

  • Independent or agency-supported journeys

  • Planned caesarean or vaginal births

  • Relationships and communication between the intended parents and the surrogate

  • Birth preparation and birth preferences

  • Hospital planning and advocacy

  • Newborn care and feeding support

  • Emotional preparation for birth and transition to parenthood

  • Preparing siblings and wider family

  • Postnatal recovery and support planning

  • Navigating boundaries, expectations and emotions throughout the journey

I also understand that surrogacy often comes after years of fertility treatment, uncertainty, loss or trauma. My approach is always gentle, compassionate and non-judgemental - creating space for both excitement and vulnerability.

Support for Intended Parents

Surrogacy can bring immense joy, but it can also feel emotionally complex and unfamiliar at times.

Many intended parents tell me they feel unsure of their role during pregnancy and birth, or worry about missing out on experiences traditionally associated with becoming parents.

Our sessions can help you feel informed, connected and actively involved as you prepare to welcome your baby.

Together we can explore:

  • How to prepare emotionally for birth and parenthood

  • Building connection with your baby during pregnancy

  • Understanding labour, birth and hospital processes

  • Supporting your surrogate with care and respect

  • Feeding preparation and newborn care

  • The immediate postnatal period

  • Creating a calm and positive transition into family life

Support for Surrogates

Surrogates deserve nurturing, informed and respectful support too.

Whether this is your first journey or you have supported families before, I provide a space centred around you — your wellbeing, your voice and your experience.

This may include:

  • Birth preparation tailored to your preferences

  • Emotional support throughout pregnancy

  • Navigating communication and expectations

  • Understanding your options and choices in birth

  • Postnatal recovery planning

  • Support balancing your own family life alongside the journey

  • A space to process emotions openly and without judgement

Flexible, Private Support

Sessions are available virtually or in person where possible, and can be arranged around your schedules and time zones.

Support may include:

  • Private antenatal education sessions

  • Ongoing WhatsApp support

  • Birth preparation meetings

  • Feeding and newborn preparation

  • Postnatal planning sessions

  • Joint sessions with intended parents and surrogate

  • Separate individual support sessions where helpful

Some families choose a one-off intensive session, whilst others prefer ongoing support throughout pregnancy and beyond.

Why Families Work With Me

I have supported families through pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period since 2018 as a doula and antenatal educator, including families navigating both UK and international surrogacy journeys.

My approach blends evidence-informed education with calm, compassionate support - helping everyone involved feel more confident, connected and emotionally supported throughout the experience.

Above all, I believe every surrogacy journey deserves personalised care, thoughtful preparation and genuine human support.

Enquire About Bespoke Support

If you would like to explore tailored antenatal education or ongoing support for your surrogacy journey, I would love to hear from you.

Together, we can create support that feels right for you, your baby and your journey into parenthood.

  • Dan & Joe

    We are incredibly grateful to have had Natalie throughout our surrogacy prenatal journey. Her experience, calm presence, and thoughtful guidance were truly invaluable. Natalie provided consistent reassurance and insightful advice that greatly contributed to the comfort, confidence, and overall well-being of our surrogate, while also supporting us as intended parents every step of the way. She took the time to educate, listen, and advocate with care and compassion, making a complex and emotional journey feel grounded and supported. Furthermore the surrogacy hub has proven incredibly beneficial with loads of information and support at hand during the lead up to labour and post birth. We cannot recommend the mindful birth group, Natalie and the surrogacy hub platform highly enough to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely caring practice.

  • Charlotte

    Natalie has been an incredible support throughout my two surrogacy journeys. By being there with me through both journeys she has had a greater understanding of the areas that I have needed support.
    Natalie has made me feel comfortable to open up and share any worries and anxieties with her calm explanation and knowledge making me feel heard and supported at all times enabling me to have an extremely empowering birth experience. I have felt incredible comfort knowing that Natalie is at the end of the phone.
    I will forever be greatful, Thankyou Natalie

  • Mark & Darko

    Natalie is a gift sent from the heavens! The service provided really helps parents-to-be feel at ease and get a sense that "it will all be ok". No question is stupid and there is no judgment when asking "simple" questions. We looked forward to our calls with Natalie and always felt there was support available.