BirthEd with Bree | Doula & Birth Photographer

Bree was absolutely outstanding. She was professional, warm, caring and took the most beautiful pictures. We are so grateful for these pictures, they will be cherished forever. Bree was always prompt and clear in her communication which made it so easy to work with her. She was flexible, available and nothing was too much trouble. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough.

I met with Bree when I was past 20 weeks gestation. As it was my first pregnancy, I had already chosen a well regarded OB however I had started to have concerns about the kind of birth I was going to have with him.From our first meeting, my husband and I felt a sense of relief that we had found the right person to support us. Bree knows her stuff. At our first meeting, she had spent more time with us, and given us more resources than the various meetings I had already had with my previous OB. Our meeting with Bree gave us the confidence to switch to a new OB who was patient, kind and knowledgeable.In terms of the administrative side of things, Bree is very well organised, she follows through on what she says she is going to do and her documentation is easy to understand and fair. But to be honest, even if this wasn't the case, we would still highly recommend Bree. It is really clear that she genuinely loves birth, and that she genuinely cares for the people she works with. At all times, I could just feel how big Bree's heart is, and how very much in our corner she was. Her birth education, as well as her unwavering support, really gave us strength throughout what was a very difficult pregnancy. She also offered us her birth photography services, which we are so grateful to have received, because she captured memories that we'll always cherish.While I found Bree as I was looking for a doula to support me through a natural birth, I would recommend Bree for any type of birth, and will be definitely looking forward to having her with us again.

Having Bree Downes as my Doula is the best investment I made in my birthing journey. The knowledge, gentleness and presence Bree provided guided me into having a natural birth. My birth, my body and how I feel matters.I am so thankful to have a beautiful birth and look forward to having Bree in my next birth.

Bree is so unbelievably amazing. From our first zoom consult, both myself and partner felt extremely safe and comfortable with her. Bree's physical, emotional and educational support right through pregnancy, birth and postnatal is amazing. I could not have achieved my VBAC without her. I wish I engaged her for my first birth and I will most definitely be having her support me for future pregnancies. If you are thinking of a having a doula, contact bree, you will not regret it. I am forever greatful.

Bree is the most amazing, supportive birth doula you could ever ask for! A game changer if you want your birth to be a positive, empowered experience. After a traumatic first birth I was able to achieve a VBAC with my second child through the public hospital system, and i truly believe this would not have been possible without Bree; her guidance, expertise and unwavering support throughout labour and birth. I walked away from birth feeling incredible, which has totally set me up with more resilience postnatally. If you’re doubting whether you need this service, do it! The best money I’ve ever spent.

Loved having Bree as a part of my birth story! She was respectful and I barely noticed her taking photos. She was also so supportive and occasionally offered words of encouragement or advice. The photos we have from my birth are just amazing and are something that I will treasure the rest of my life. Could not recommend Bree more!!

Bree was absolutely phenomenal in creating a space for us to learn about positive birthing processes when we didn't know much about it previously. She was super available on the days leading up to the birth with any questions we had and was super incredible on the day of as well, both for me and my partner. She was instrumental in getting me through some the toughest, pivotal parts in my labour and was so supportive and grounding throughout the whole labour. She is part of the family now!

Having Bree with me through my pregnancy and birth was like being wrapped in the warmest hug whilst being made to feel like my most powerful self. The birth knowledge she passed on to me was invaluable and she created a beautiful healing space for me to exist at such a vulnerable time.

Do yourself a big favour and hire Bree as your doula. Not only will she provide you with exceptional antenatal education, but also her support will make your birth experience the best you can have. My husband and I felt so grateful and empowered to have her on our side for the birth of our second child. We are pleased to have met her. She's truly special