Janine Smith Practice

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Hello

From pregnancy and throughout life as a parent, this practice is here for you every step of the way.

I want you to have a dependable space so don’t feel like you are doing this on your own.

“You really helped to turn what started as the scariest time of my life into the best 10 months of my life.”

 

“This whole motherhood thing is a wild ride and you definitely want Janine on your side!”

As an expectant or new parent you might sometimes feel overwhelmed by the amount of information and advice available to you, or unsure of where to go for support. It is also easy to feel lost with information that may be incorrect, inconsistent and just not right for you.

Pregnancy, birth, baby and family is different for everyone and that is why I focus on you as an individual.

My aim is to strengthen your knowledge and give you more confidence and reassurance so you can prepare, plan and navigate the changes and the challenges.

I am here for:

  • your pregnancy & birth
  • birth & baby preparation
  • relaxation techniques to use during pregnancy, birth and as a parent
  • life with your new baby
  • baby sleep support
  • birth debriefs
  • feeding support
  • weaning
  • your return to work
  • having another baby
  • you, the person behind the parent

My aim is for you to be:

well informed

With trustworthy information based on evidence and experience.

listened to

To ensure that you are heard, so you can ask questions, share your challenges and feel supported.

reassured and supported

So you have the confidence to work through the challenges and to find what works for you and your family.

“You were awesome throughout pregnancy and afterwards – I learnt so much and I felt supported and listened to.”

My practice specialises in…

  • one-to-one sessions, which are tailored to you during pregnancy, for your birth & baby preparation, with your baby and for you as a parent.
  • speaking and writing about birth and babies – you can join the Birth & Baby Community for information and support at your fingertips.
  • Mother Cuppa Meet-Ups for conversation, reassurance and a place to ask questions.
  • Newcastle Doula support during pregnancy and birth and when your baby is here.

“I didn’t even know consultations were an option – it has been great to talk things through and to focus on what I need for me and for my family.“


“You always seem to write what I need to read – I feel less alone and I like your perspective.”


“Janine really understands what new parents need. She has provided a completely safe space to ask questions, share experiences, cry, celebrate successes and build friendships.”

Find out more about Janine

I’m Janine, an antenatal & postnatal specialist and I write and talk about all things birth, babies and being a parent.

Each week I work with parents who need information to know more, to understand and to plan; to talk things through to feel reassured and listened to; and to ask questions to personalise their preparation and support.

I have worked with parents for many years now, I like the connection and it is truly my passion – not to be the expert telling anyone what to do, but to listen, to share relevant information and perspective and to encourage you to find what works for you.

My philosophy is all about individual focus because as a parent, the core of it all is you. You are the person who is pregnant, you are the person who births and it is you who parents. You make the decisions, you feel the emotions, you live with the decisions, you get through the days and you try to do the right thing. And this is why my practice is about you.

As an antenatal & postnatal consultant, I work with organisations and businesses to inform, support and maintain a relationship with parents through specialist content, resources and engagement.

I am also an experienced PPI Lead within maternity research, working on projects within different universities.

Based in the North East, I work with parents everywhere.
How can I help you?

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