In this MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast episode, Carla chats with Charlotte—The Smart Doula—about turning a traumatic first birth into an empowered second birth. We unpack what doulas actually do, how virtual doula support works (WhatsApp, calls, on-call birth support), and how partners can advocate with confidence. Charlotte shares evidence-based tips for birth plans, appointments, induction decisions, breastfeeding support, and gentle postnatal care. We also touch on herbal teas in pregnancy (raspberry leaf, chamomile, nettle) and why continuity of care matters.

Perfect for first-time parents and second-time round mums who want clear choices, calm support, and a kinder postpartum.

We cover virtual doula UK, doula support, informed birth choices, birth plan help, partner advocacy, birth trauma recovery, evidence-based maternity care, breastfeeding support, postpartum doula, herbal tea in pregnancy, MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast, The Smart Doula

Guest: Charlotte – The Smart Doula

Find Charlotte: Instagram @thesmartdoula | thesmartdoula.com

You’ll learn:

• What a doula does (and doesn’t do)
• How virtual support works day-to-day
• Making informed choices in NHS maternity care
• Building a birth plan that your partner can back
• Small rituals that make postpartum gentler (yes, tea helps)

This episode can help you feel seen, supported, and ready for birth—your way.

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