welcome, I’m Imogen.
doula, photographer, sound therapist, space holder, mother.
This work is deeply personal. Perhaps what follows will give you more of a sense of me ~ the lived experience, values, and ways of working that shape my offerings into something more personal, intuitive, and unique.
about me
I am based in Stoke Newington, Hackney, and serve throughout London.
I am a mother of two incredible daughters, both born at home. Both were very different experiences, both taught me something entirely new. More than anything, it reminded me that there is no perfect way to give birth ~ only your way. This is one of the reasons I hold birth with so much openness.
I have had the honour of supporting countless women, partners, and families over the past five years. Each birth, each postpartum journey, and each family has added another layer to the knowledge, experience, and wisdom I now bring to my work. Whilst no two journeys are ever the same, there are patterns, nuances, and lessons that can only be learned by walking alongside families time and time again
I have a deep love for gathering people together. I am an experienced space holder, hosting retreats, circles and events, and our home is often filled with friends, family, food, laughter, and long conversations around the table. Hosting has taught me so much about holding space and care ~ that often the most meaningful support is found in creating spaces where people feel safe enough to arrive exactly as they are.
I am a lifelong student of life. Each year I reinvest back into my work ~ through training, study, and continued learning ~ expanding my understanding of birth, the body, and human experience. I believe this path asks us to stay open, curious, and willing to evolve, and I carry that commitment into everything I offer.
I ride a 1970s motorbike (although I can confidently say I will not be arriving at your birth / photoshoot / soundbath on it).
I am endlessly fascinated by the intersection of physiology and spirituality ~ how hormones, breath, instinct, emotion, and nervous system state all weave together in birth and beyond.
I use hypnobirthing principles in my work, but I rarely call it hypnobirthing. For me, these are life tools ~ about nervous system connection, conscious breath, instinct, and trust ~ not just something reserved for birth.
I have my own studio, The Love Studio N16, in Stoke Newington. This is where I host monthly community sound baths and circles, and my 1:1 sessions with clients. It’s lovingly often referred to as “the womb at the end of my garden” ~ a space for women to land, soften, create, and be held.
I cry at all births! It truly is the most profoundly miraculous moment that I am so privileged to witness.
I have lived experience of Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Postnatal Depression. Whilst I would never wish either upon anyone, these experiences allow me to meet women facing similar challenges with genuine understanding, compassion, and without judgement.
Before becoming a doula over 5 years ago, I spent over 15 years working in fashion advertising as a creative producer and art director. This is where my relationship with photography flourished ~ in storytelling, emotion, and capturing feeling as much as image.
I practice Kundalini yoga, and these elements quietly weave their way into my work ~ in breath, presence, nervous system awareness, and the way I hold space for others.
I believe deeply in community. It is one of the reasons I created Matra Collective ~because women deserve access to meaningful support, trusted practitioners, and spaces where they feel they belong.
I am also an oil painter, drawn to slow, intuitive creation ~ the kind that asks you to stay present with what is unfolding.
still here?! If you take anything from this…
It’s that I believe people deserve to feel safe, supported, informed, and deeply held as they move through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond.
And more than anything, I believe the right doula is someone you trust.
Someone whose presence helps you feel a little more grounded, a little more understood, and a little more yourself.
If that feels like me, I would love to connect.
Over the years, I have learned is that experience and pricing are not always the same thing. I believe deeply in lived experience, continued learning, intuition, and the wisdom that comes from supporting families over many years. All areas of my work are rooted in integrity and accessibility. I want support to feel both exceptional and attainable, and I am mindful of creating offerings that reflect the depth of my experience whilst remaining accessible to the families who need them. For me, this work has never been about status or exclusivity. It is about showing up wholeheartedly, holding space with care, and walking alongside people through some of the most significant moments of their lives.
The right support for youis intuitively aligned, deeply considered, and held in devotion to your unique journey.
Ways I can Support You
Every woman arrives here with her own story, needs, hopes, and questions.
Whether you are preparing to welcome a baby, navigating motherhood, seeking space to reconnect with yourself, or simply longing for more support, my offerings are designed to meet you where you are.
My work blends practical care, emotional support, education, photography, sound healing, and community ~ creating spaces where you can feel safe, seen, and deeply supported throughout life's most transformative seasons.
A Gentle Note:
There is no one-size-fits-all path. Some women come to me seeking a doula. Some are looking for beautiful photography sessions. Some arrive for sound healing and later discover they need deeper support through pregnancy or postpartum. You do not need to know exactly what you need before reaching out. If you're unsure where to begin, we can explore that together.
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Birth is one of life's greatest transitions, and it deserves to be approached with more than information alone.
My doula support combines evidence-based education, emotional support, practical guidance, nervous system preparation, and continuous care throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Together we prepare not only for the physical experience of birth, but also for the emotional, mental, and spiritual journey of becoming a parent.
Whether you are preparing for your first baby, welcoming another child, planning a home birth, hospital birth, birth centre birth, or caesarean birth, my role is to help you feel informed, resourced, and deeply supported every step of the way.
My approach is rooted in physiology, trust, and the understanding that birth is a full-body experience. Through education, breathwork, movement, sound, nervous system awareness, and practical preparation, I help create the conditions that allow you to feel calm, connected, and confident in your choices.
Support options include Full Bloom Doula Support, Returning Bloom Support, Caesarean Birth Support, Remote Doula Support, Soft Landings Postpartum Care, and Birth Reflection & Integration Sessions.
Alongside our time together, all doula clients receive access to my comprehensive online birth course The Birth Within - preparation library, guided audio practices, resources, and birth education materials.
You are also welcomed into a wider community of mothers and families journeying through this season alongside you.
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1:1 & Group Sessions
Sound is one of the most powerful ways we can return to ourselves.
It bypasses the thinking mind and speaks directly to the nervous system, inviting the body into a state of rest, regulation, and release. In this space, we are not trying to fix or change anything ~ we are simply creating the conditions for your system to soften and reorganise itself in its own time.
My sound therapy offerings are available both as 1:1 deeply personalised sessions and small group experiences, each holding a slightly different energy while sharing the same intention: to bring you back into balance.
All bodies welcome. Session can be at home of in the Love Studio N16 -
Photography has the power to hold memories long after a season has passed.
My photography sessions are relaxed, connection-led, and designed to capture the beauty that already exists within your life ~ the quiet moments, the laughter, the tenderness, the in-between.
I specialise in pregnancy, motherhood, newborn, family, and personal branding photography, creating timeless images that feel natural, emotive, and true to you.
Before becoming a doula, I spent over fifteen years working in fashion, advertising, and creative direction, developing a deep understanding of storytelling, composition, and visual narrative. Combined with my experience supporting women and families through profound life transitions, this allows me to photograph people with sensitivity, intuition, and ease.
Whether documenting your pregnancy, the early days with your baby, your family as it grows, or imagery for your business, my goal is always the same: to create photographs that feel like you.
Limited Availability
To ensure every family receives the depth of care, attention, and continuity they deserve, I intentionally support a limited number of clients each month.
Many families choose to book with me early in pregnancy, often following their first scan, allowing us time to build trust, prepare intentionally, and create a truly personalised experience.
If you're considering working together, I recommend reaching out early to discuss availability and explore whether we're the right fit.
The Foundations of My Support
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Presence
Often, the most transformative support comes not from having all the answers, but from being fully met in the experience.
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Physiology & Trust
The body is intelligent, understanding our physiology allows us to work with our bodies rather than against them. Knowledge creates confidence. Trust creates softness.
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Community and Connection
I believe healing happens in community. I believe support matters. I believe women deserve villages.
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Holistic Care
We cannot separate the physical from the emotional, the practical from the spiritual, or the body from the mind.
Every offering I create is rooted in the understanding that wellbeing is multi-layered.
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Nervous System Wisdom
The nervous system sits at the heart of so much of our experience. Throughout my work I weave together practices that support regulation, safety, grounding, and ease ~ helping people return to a place where they can hear their own inner wisdom more clearly.
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Integrity & Accessibility
My work is rooted in genuine care. I believe support should feel thoughtful, honest, and deeply human.
I also believe exceptional care should not be reserved only for those with unlimited resources. Wherever possible, I strive to create offerings that honour both depth and accessibility.
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