Pregnancy care
Pregnancy care
Your midwife in your corner for every question, every worry, every milestone.
London only · complementary to your NHS care
The why
Are you looking for more support than the standard maternity care at the hospital?
Do you feel you have no one to turn to with your worries?
In pregnancy, you shouldn't have to go searching for answers. Answers should come to you. We offer the continuity of the same midwife in the comfort of your home: the caring expert layer of care alongside hospital.
The gap
You deserve more time with your midwife.
Standard NHS care
The Motherhood Practice
6 to 8 hours
15 hours
8 or more different midwives
The same midwife throughout
You shouldn't be a stranger.
When 4 in 5 women see a different midwife at every appointment, care can feel clinical and cold. You deserve someone who knows you and your history by heart, not just by your NHS number.
Caring for the whole you.
Pregnancy is as much a mental journey as a physical one. 1 in 4 mothers face emotional hurdles. Our continuity model lets your midwife notice subtle changes and address concerns early.
Space for your questions.
Standard care often feels like a race against the clock. Our hour-long visits ensure there is always space for your questions, your fears, and your joys.
Held from the start.
The first trimester can feel lonely while you wait for your first hospital appointment and first scan. We bridge that gap, providing expert care from day one, with optional scans and tests through our trusted providers.
The service
The care you deserve
One dedicated midwife
A registered, experienced midwife who knows your birth preferences, your reactions, and your story by heart. You will never have to start from scratch.
At home, at your convenience
No hospital commute for a 15-minute appointment. We come to you, evenings and weekends, wherever you are in London.
Hour-long consultations
Full antenatal clinical check-ups: blood pressure, weight, urine testing, wellbeing, with time for every question. You and your partner, never rushed.
4 bespoke workshops
Covering nutrition, birth planning, birth preparation techniques, and feeding. Designed for you and your partner, scheduled across your pregnancy.
7d/7 WhatsApp support
Direct access to your midwife, 8am to 10pm every day. No internet rabbit holes. Just honest, expert answers from someone who knows you.
Low and high-risk pregnancies
We complement the NHS and offer an additional layer of support for all. We escalate any concern to the NHS and hand over all medical notes at 36 weeks.
Workshops
Prepared for birth, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you are planning a natural birth or a caesarean, each workshop gives you and your partner the tools to feel informed and confident in every situation.
- Week 3 to 12
Diet and lifestyle in pregnancy
Understand what your body needs, what to eat, what to avoid, and how to support your wellbeing through each trimester.
- Week 28
Birth plan workshop
Understand all your choices and make informed, confident decisions for your birth plan: natural, assisted, or caesarean.
- Week 36
Birth preparation techniques
Breathing, relaxation, and pain management techniques to reduce fear and help you experience a positive birth.
- Week 38
Feeding workshop
Guidance on breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and establishing a healthy feeding routine, so you feel ready before your baby arrives.
Your midwife, one message away.
No more internet rabbit holes at 2am. Direct WhatsApp access to your midwife, 8am to 10pm, seven days a week. The question that would send you spiralling, ask her instead.
Included in every package
Testimonials
What our families say
“It is the first time in my pregnancy I have felt like more than a set of notes.”
Hannah
After 1 visit
“Having previously experienced a miscarriage, Clarissa held our hand throughout, helping us find moments of calm when we needed them most.”
Lynne
Antenatal package
“The service is truly invaluable. Being able to message her directly with all the questions that would otherwise send you down an internet rabbit hole is beyond incredible. For new parents, honest and experienced insight is exactly what you need, and that's exactly what you get.”
Laura
Antenatal package, from 2nd trimester
“Clarissa was great and completely changed my approach and mindset.”
Camille
Antenatal package, from 3rd trimester
For all journeys
Care for all pregnancies
We care for low and high-risk pregnancies. Our midwives are trained for all birth situations, and our continuity model lets them adapt the support to your situation. Our collaborative model with the NHS means we escalate any concern to your hospital and hand over all medical notes at the end of the pregnancy. We see beyond risk categories. Every pregnant woman deserves the full attention of her midwife.
Pricing
Choose when to start
Early support
£350
Online consultations
- Online consultations from week 3
- 7d/7 WhatsApp support
- First trimester guidance and reassurance
- Cost deducted if you continue to a full package
- Most popular
From 1st trimester
£2,500
10 home visits, 4 workshops
- 10 home visits from week 3
- 4 workshops (diet, birth plan, prep, feeding)
- 7d/7 WhatsApp support
- Medical handover at week 36
- Early-support fee deducted if already paid
From 2nd trimester
£2,500
8 home visits, 3 workshops
- 8 home visits from week 16
- 3 workshops (birth plan, prep, feeding)
- 7d/7 WhatsApp support
- Medical handover at week 36
From 3rd trimester
£1,500
4 home visits, 3 workshops
- 4 home visits from week 28
- 3 workshops (birth plan, prep, feeding)
- 7d/7 WhatsApp support
- Medical handover at week 36
Payments can be made in full or spread over three instalments.
Frequently asked
Everything you need to know.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? See all FAQs or ask us directly.
How is this different from NHS antenatal care?
The biggest differences are continuity, time and convenience. In the UK, 4 out of 5 pregnant women never see the same midwife twice on the NHS. With us, you have one dedicated midwife throughout your entire pregnancy: someone who knows your history, your reactions, and your birth preferences. Midwife appointments take place at home, at times that suit you, and last 1 to 2 hours. This leaves you the time and space to ask your questions and include your partner in the journey. By contrast, NHS appointments take place at the hospital and last a maximum of 10 to 15 minutes, with less than 5 minutes to ask questions.
When should I start my antenatal care?
You can begin as early as your positive pregnancy test, or join us later in your pregnancy (until 36 weeks). The earlier you start, the better your midwife knows you, but it is never too late to join.
Is it covered by health insurance?
Some international private health insurance policies cover pregnancy-related care (e.g. Cigna or Allianz Global). We recommend checking with your provider, and we are happy to support any claims process.
Can my partner be involved?
Absolutely, and we actively encourage it. Partners are welcome at home visits and workshops, and the WhatsApp support line is there for their questions too. We find that when partners feel informed and included, the whole family navigates pregnancy and birth more confidently.
What happens at a home visit?
Each visit lasts around an hour and includes a full clinical check-up: blood pressure, weight, urine testing, and foetal wellbeing assessment. Your midwife then takes the time to listen to your concerns and answer any questions you've had since the last appointment. You are never rushed. Your midwife will also flag anything that needs escalating.
What if I have a complicated pregnancy or a high-risk condition?
Our midwives are experienced in supporting a wide range of pregnancy journeys. We work closely with NHS specialists and rapidly escalate concerns when needed. If your pregnancy is considered high-risk, we provide the dedicated advocacy and expertise needed to navigate the healthcare system and the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies complex care. Your midwife ensures that even within a highly medicalised pathway, your voice is heard and your care remains deeply personal.
Is The Motherhood Practice antenatal care instead of, or in addition to, NHS care?
Think of us as an extra layer of expert support. Scans and blood tests still happen at the hospital, along with essential NHS appointments (booking and 36-week check-up). All other antenatal appointments are conducted in the comfort of your home by your dedicated midwife. At 36 weeks, we offer a formal medical handover to ensure your notes are comprehensive ahead of birth. This means your hospital records stay up to date while you receive the continuous midwife support and unhurried time that the NHS system simply cannot provide.
How much does an antenatal package cost?
Our antenatal packages vary from £1,500 to £2,500 depending on the trimester you join. Payments can be made in full or spread over three instalments.
What is included in the workshops?
Each package includes between 3 and 4 workshops covering: nutrition and lifestyle in pregnancy; birth plan; birth preparation techniques (breathing, relaxation, pain management); and postpartum and feeding.
What areas of London do you cover?
We currently serve clients across Greater London. Get in touch to confirm coverage in your specific area.
Free intro call
Let’s start with a chat.
A free 20-minute call. No pressure, no commitment. Just space to ask whatever is on your mind.
Other packages
One midwife, all the way through.
Combine packages and your midwife stays the same from one phase into the next.