Liz Dempsey Doula | Birth & Postpartum Doula, Melbourne

Liz providing hands-on support during labour

About me

Hi, I'm Liz

I'm here to be your biggest cheerleader through pregnancy, birth and postpartum. The person in your corner reminding you that you are capable, strong and absolutely worthy of feeling supported every step of the way.

Because growing, birthing and caring for a tiny human is huge, and you shouldn't have to navigate it feeling alone.

I'm a straight talking, warm hearted birth lover with a soft spot for the real, raw, beautiful moments that come with becoming a parent. I'm also a mum to a one year old myself, so I know just how transformative, emotional, exhausting and incredible this season of life can be.

I genuinely love chatting through all the details with you. The birth preferences, the "what ifs", the random late night thoughts, the postpartum planning, the excitement, the nerves. All of it. Nothing is too small or too much here.

Whether you're planning a hospital birth, home birth, VBAC, caesarean, or still figuring out what feels right for you, I'll be there to support you with honest guidance, evidence based information, reassurance and a calming presence when things feel overwhelming.

My goal is for you to feel informed, deeply supported and confident in your choices so your experience feels like yours. Think of me as your doula, your safe space and your personal hype girl all rolled into one.

Training & experience

Trained, mentored and experienced

Warmth matters, and so does knowing what you're doing. Here's the professional side.

Certified birth & postpartum doula

Trained through Mother Moon Mentors in Melbourne, a doula training and mentoring community whose course covers pregnancy and labour, every type of birth including caesarean and VBAC, pain relief, unexpected outcomes and postpartum care, with a mentored practical placement alongside a real family.

10+ years with newborns and new parents

Over a decade as a postpartum specialist and nanny before becoming a doula: feeding support (breast and bottle), newborn cues and settling, safe sleep, emotional adjustment, and supporting partners and siblings.

Every kind of birth

Hospital and home births, planned and emergency caesareans, VBAC, inductions and the unexpected turns in between. Comfortable in any Melbourne hospital system and in your own home.

Care for every family

Experience supporting queer families, solo parents, families who have been through birth trauma or family violence, and families who need an interpreter. Everyone is welcome here, exactly as they are.

My approach

Warm, grounded and real

I'm the kind of doula who will sit with you through the hard moments, celebrate the powerful ones, answer the questions that keep you up at night, and remind you to trust yourself when doubt creeps in.

Whether you're preparing for your first baby, planning a VBAC, birthing at home, or navigating a hospital birth, my role is to help you feel informed, prepared and supported in a way that feels right for you.

I'm passionate about creating a space where you can ask questions freely, explore your options without judgement, and feel genuinely cared for throughout your entire journey.

Why choose a doula?

Someone in your corner from the very beginning

Understanding the value of continuous support during your birth journey

A family with their newborn just after birth

Birth is a huge life event and having the right support around you can make all the difference. I'm here to provide that continuous, compassionate support throughout your entire journey.

A doula provides continuous emotional, physical and informational support throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum. While your medical team focuses on the clinical side of things, I'm there to focus on you. Your comfort, your experience, your questions, your choices and your wellbeing.

But beyond the research, having a doula means having someone in your corner from the very beginning.

Someone to answer the "is this normal?" texts
Someone to help you navigate all the information and options
Someone to remind you to breathe, eat, rest, move, laugh and trust yourself
Someone to hold space for both the excitement and the "holy shit this is a lot" moments

Whether your birth looks like candles and playlists, an epidural and hospital snacks, a planned caesarean or a VBAC, support matters.

My role is never to replace your partner or medical team. It's to work alongside them so you feel informed, confident, supported and genuinely cared for throughout the entire experience.

The evidence

Evidence-based benefits of continuous doula support

Shorterlabour duration

Reducedneed for pain medication

Lowerintervention rates

Increasedmaternal satisfaction

Beyond labour: postpartum and emotional support

The benefits of doula support extend well beyond labour. The research on postpartum doula care is smaller than the research on labour support, but studies suggest it can help with feeding confidence, emotional wellbeing and a smoother transition into parenthood. Your doula becomes a trusted guide through the vulnerable early weeks, offering both practical help and emotional reassurance when you need it most.

Labour findings from the Cochrane review of continuous support during childbirth (Hodnett et al., 2012).

Because every family deserves to feel seen, heard and hyped up a little along the way.

Packages

Support that fits your journey

Every package is tailored to your needs and circumstances. Not sure which is right? We'll work it out together on a free call.

Birth Support Package

$2,800

Complete birth preparation and continuous labour support

Unlimited text, email and voice support from booking
3 x 2-hour antenatal preparation sessions
Birth education and how to prepare for labour
24/7 on-call availability from 38 weeks
Continuous in-person support throughout labour
Backup doula on standby
Postpartum support visit (2 hours)
Postpartum planning and education
Borrowing of birth tools including TENS machine
Access to resources and books
Curated self care welcome bag

Pregnancy & Birth Preparation

$550

Personalised prenatal preparation and birth planning

One 3-hour personalised prenatal session
Counter pressure techniques and birthing positions
Informed decision-making guidance
Personalised birth plan development
Preparation for different birth scenarios
Birth education and what to expect during each stage of labour
Postpartum planning and Q&A
Nutritious prepared meal included
Ongoing phone and text support

First 40 Days Postpartum Care

$2,950

Six 3-hour home visits across your first 40 days, with nourishing meals and hands-on help

6 in-home visits (3 hours each)
Freshly prepared nourishing meal box at every visit
Emotional and transitional care
Newborn and feeding support
Rest and recovery support
Practical home support (laundry, dishes, tidying)
Family integration and partner support
Complimentary 1-hour postpartum planning session
Curated welcome gift bundle
Text and phone support between visits

Birth Debrief & Transition Session

$220

Dedicated space to process your birth experience. Gentle emotional support, not counselling or therapy

Safe, non-judgemental space for reflection
Processing emotions and celebrating your strength
Identifying practical supports for early motherhood
Tailored guidance and resources
Validation and understanding of your experience

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Let's connect

Get in touch

Fill out the form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. Or skip the form and book a free 30-minute connection call so we can see if I'm the right fit for you and your family. It's a chance to chat, ask questions and explore whether we're a good match.

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Prefer to reach out directly?

Email: ehjenkins777@gmail.com

Instagram: @lizdempseydoula

Your birth. Your choice. Always.