You deserve to feel held through your birth

Tori Polson

I'm Tori, a doula in Melbourne. I'm here to support you through labour and birth so you can experience it as yours, not anyone else's.

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About me

Offerings

Birth Doula Support

I offer calm, grounded support through your labour and birth - whether you're at home or in a hospital.

My goal is simple: to help you feel informed, safe and supported so you can experience your birth the way you want to.

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Why work with a doula?

Research shows that continuous labour support makes a measurable difference. People supported by a doula can experience:

25% fewer cesarean births
8% more spontaneous vaginal births
10% less use of pain medication
15% fewer instrumental deliveries
Labours that are 40 minutes shorter on average
Significantly higher satisfaction with their birth experience

But beyond the statistics, it's about having someone there who trusts your body, respects your choices and helps you feel grounded. Someone who's calm when things feel overwhelming and who reminds you of your strength no matter how your birth unfolds.

“Tori was an incredible support during my pregnancy and birth. She helped me feel strong, centred and empowered throughout the entire pregnancy.
She brought tools and supplies I didn't even know I'd need, and every one of them made a difference. Her calm presence, deep knowledge and perfectly timed words of encouragement kept me grounded when I needed it most.
I'm so grateful for Tori and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a truly supportive, intuitive and skilled doula"
- HANNAH
"Pregnancy, labour and postpartum can be a daunting time for a first time mother, though I have truly enjoyed my experience and feel that Tori's support in my journey contributed to me having such a positive experience and feeling great mentally in the weeks after.
Tori has a calming presence, tenderness and care and always knew how to show up and support me exactly how I needed at the time. Having someone to listen to you and validate your feelings without judgement is so important, and Tori was able to do exactly that.
Tori is a fantastic doula and anyone who is fortunate to have Tori on their journey don't know how lucky they are!"
- BRONTE

Let’s Connect

I offer a free 20-minute call to see if we're the right fit for each other. We can also meet for a coffee if you'd rather chat in person - inviting someone into your birth space is such a personal thing.

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