HOW IT ALL BEGAN

MY JOURNEY

A GROUNDED PRESENCE THROUGH LIFE’S BIGGEST TRANSITIONS

My work around birth began at 18 within the NHS maternity system. Over the years I’ve worked as a maternity care assistant, studied midwifery, trained extensively as a birth and postnatal doula, and supported hundreds of families through pregnancy, birth and the early months of parenthood, with my work now evolving to include mentoring newly qualified doulas.

“I understand both the joy and the complexity of early motherhood”.

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FAMILY IS EVERYTHING

My own life - as a mother, grandmother and single parent for many years - has shaped the way I work. I understand both the joy and the complexity of early motherhood.

I don’t see my role as “taking over”.

My work is about walking alongside you - offering holistic support for mind, body and emotions, woven together with intuition, experience, and deep respect for your choices, while providing practical help, steady reassurance, and space to think clearly.

Many of the families I work with are looking for more than just practical help - they want a steady presence that understands both the emotional and practical realities of early parenthood.

Sassi Tame - Birth and postnatal doula

MENTOR & DOULA

Alongside working with families, I am a recognised mentor for doulas, supporting others in this profession to work with integrity and confidence. As an ‘elder’, mentoring new doulas allows me to support the next generation - strengthening care for families everywhere.

Compassion, clarity and respect sit at the centre of everything I do. All of this experience now informs the calm, flexible support I offer families today.

Every family is different, and the support I offer always adapts to meet you where you are.

Sassi Tame - Life and family doula

“ Gentle Birth Heals Mother Earth ”

Ibu Robin Lim - Midwife & Founder of Bumi Seat Foundation.

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MY APPROACH TO DOULA CARE

GUIDED BY COMPASSION, ROOTED IN LIFE

As a birth and postnatal doula, I know how important flexibility is when supporting parents and babies. Every family is different, and my role is to meet you where you are.

Support might look like sitting and listening, holding space or offering gentle reassurance when things feel uncertain.

It may also be practical and hands-on - preparing meals or drinks, caring for or feeding your baby while you rest or shower, walking the dog, folding laundry, running errands, or ordering shopping.

Together we can talk about what would feel most supportive for you and your family.

My own breastfeeding journey - from six weeks with my first baby to four years with my third - alongside my training as a Breastfeeding Peer Supporter with La Leche League, has given me both lived experience and professional knowledge.

I also used formula with my first two children and have since supported many families who choose this path. Whatever your feeding circumstances, I offer non-judgemental support to help you find a rhythm that feels right for you and your baby.

“I also regularly support families with older babies and children. When a new little one arrives, juggling everyone’s needs can feel overwhelming, so support may include school runs, meal prepping, light home organisation, or caring for siblings.”

I offer daytime support, and overnight care.

Sometimes support extends beyond the home - accompanying you on outings or to events as an extra pair of hands, assembling flat-packed furniture, building a playhouse, or even painting the nursery.

I often describe myself as a Life Doula, offering support that gently extends beyond traditional maternity care.

My work is guided by compassion, flexibility and empowerment, and I welcome conversations about whatever support feels helpful.

  • "Working with Sassi has been such a special experience. She is an incredible listener and has this gentle way of helping me open up and find my own answers, rather than telling me what I should do. She really gets it — from both the doula and the client perspective — and shares real-life experience and wisdom that actually feels relevant and grounded."

    Kelly, Mentor Client.

  • “ We got to know Sassi as our birth and post-natal doula and she has gone on to support us through her ‘life doula’ service... I trust her completely and would recommend her to anyone looking for support with family life."

    - Yvonne, Birth, Postpartum & Life Doula Client, Sussex

  • "Great to work with Sassi during a recent labour and home birth. Another pair of supportive, womanly hands makes all the difference for a birthing woman and her family. Little acts of kindness and nurturing make all the difference. I would thoroughly recommend Sas as a birth and postnatal doula"

    Kay Hardie, Independant Midwife.

  • "Sassi was incredibly giving of her emotions, love and support. I never felt judged, only supported.. she fitted seamlessly into our household. She was a grounding force, even when things where quite hectic"

    —Kate, Postnatal Client, London.

  • "Sassi was the perfect mix of available but un intrusive. I felt she was just there if I needed her all I had to do was reach out and she would respond – she just knew what I needed to hear."

    —Anon, Birth Client, Sussex.

  • I used Sas for postpartum care with my first child, and honestly it felt like having an angel walk through the door right when I needed it most. She just seemed to know how I was feeling and what I needed without me having to explain anything. In those early days when everything feels overwhelming, her presence made such a difference. She didn’t only care for my baby, she cared for me too. I’m so grateful to have had her by my side and would recommend her to any mother who needs real, compassionate support after birth

    - Kelly, Postpartum Client, Surrey

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HOW I CAN SUPPORT YOU

I provide empathetic, flexible support designed to help you navigate birth and the first months of parenthood with confidence.

By working intuitively and responsively, I offer a bespoke experience that empowers your whole family, ensuring you feel held and heard through every step of the transition.