Independent midwife in Devon
Private Independent Midwife | Pregnancy & Birth | POSTNATAL CARE
South West Midwifery care for Mum's-to-be,
supporting ALL birth choices.
Your own Midwife who you know & trust!
“whenever and however you give brith, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body, and your spirit for the rest of your life.”
Ina May Gaskin, author and pioneering midwife.
Welcome to a different kind of care.
I'm Clair: your soon-to-be trusted companion, friend and advocate on this exciting journey from pregnancy through birth and beyond.
From my home in Barnstaple, I nurture women across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset, offering something truly precious: the gift of time, trust, and transformation.
Imagine having a midwife who knows you ~ really knows you. Someone who doesn't just check your blood pressure but truly knows you and all of your deepest hopes and fears. In my care, there are absolutely no rushed appointments or clinical spaces. Instead, we'll share tea, laughter, and deep conversations in the comfort of your own home, creating space for your wisdom and intuition to guide the way.
This isn't just midwifery: it's celebrating your strength, remembering what birth can be, and empowering you as you walk the pathway to motherhood!
What Makes My Care Different?
over 20 years EXPERIENCE
For over 20 years, I've witnessed the miraculous unfolding of birth in every setting imaginable: from hospital operating theatres to candlelit living rooms. Each birth has taught me something new about the incredible wisdom of women's bodies and the transformational power of truly being heard and supported.
My experience isn’t only professional but truly personal and rooted in my belief in your strength and capability as a woman and a mother.
DEvon, cornwall & somerset
The rugged coastlines and rolling hills of Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset mirror the wild beauty of birth itself. When you choose me, you're choosing someone who understands the uniqueness of birthing in our corner of the world. I know the secret country road shortcuts when every minute counts, the rhythm of rural life, and the special kind of community that forms when neighbours are miles apart.
MOTHER to Mother
Three births of my own: each experience was unique and taught me so much about strength, resilience, and the importance of choice.
I've known the surrender of induction and the peaceful simplicity of birthing in your own home. And I can tell you first hand, there’s nothing quite like being tucked up into your own bed afterwards, tea and toast in hand!
Is an Independent MIDWIFE RIGHT FOR ME?
Choosing an independent midwife is a deeply personal decision: it’s all about finding the care that feels right for you and your journey. So, how do you know if this is the right path for you?
My care is perfect for you if:
You Feel Called to Something Different
The idea of cycling through different midwives leaves you feeling anxious and unsettled.
With me as your midwife, you’ll have the same person by your side every step of the way. I offer one-to-one attention and the kind of continuity that ensures you’re always looked after by someone who truly knows you and your family.
You Value True Connection
If having someone who understands you and your story feels essential, not optional, my care is for you. My approach gives us time to get to know each other properly. You want appointments that unfold organically, without the tyranny of the clock! Just a supportive, comfortable connection that grows throughout your pregnancy.
You prefer more control over your birth experience
You’re looking to be supported by who believes in your capability rather than ‘managed’ in your choices. Whether you’re planning a home birth, want a personalised birth plan, or simply need flexibility, I’ll help you tailor the experience to your needs, preferences, and vision.
You Understand the Value of Continuity
The same unhurried hands that gently (and warmly!) check your baby's position throughout pregnancy will be there to reassure and encourage you from your first contraction to the first magical moments with your newborn.
If you're nodding thinking ‘this is exactly what I need’: trust that knowing. This isn't about perfect preparation; it's about finding the right companion and care for your individual journey.