Birth Doula in Hove | Radiant Birth Journey
Hove has a particular character. Quieter than Brighton, more residential — the kind of place where people put down roots and raise families. It has a strong, settled community of parents who tend to be thoughtful about pregnancy and birth, and who want support that matches that approach.
Mai is a birth doula based in Worthing, supporting families across Hove, Brighton, and West Sussex. Hove sits neatly between Worthing and Brighton — she's well positioned to reach you quickly, knows the area well, and has supported families throughout the community.
What does a birth doula do?
A birth doula provides continuous, non-medical support through your pregnancy, labour, and the early days after birth. She works alongside your midwifery team — not instead of them — and her role is to make sure you feel supported, informed, and able to make clear decisions about your own care.
She's there before the birth to help you prepare. During labour, she stays with you — and supports your partner too, if you have one. Afterwards, she visits to check in as you settle into life with a new baby. For a full breakdown of what's involved, visit the birth doula support page.
Why choose Mai
Mai takes a calm, practical approach to birth support. She doesn't come in with an agenda — she's there to support whatever birth you're planning and to keep you steady if things go differently to expected.
Hove families choose to work with her because:
She's nearby. Worthing to Hove is under 30 minutes, and she builds travel time into her planning as standard.
She keeps her client numbers small. That means proper availability and attention — you're not one of a long list of clients she's rushing between.
She's experienced across different birth settings. Whether you're planning a home birth, a midwifery-led unit, or a consultant-led birth, she's supported families through all of them.
Everything's included. Antenatal sessions, full labour support, and a postnatal visit are all part of the package — no hidden add-ons.
Hospital options for Hove families
If you're planning a hospital birth, Hove families typically look at two options. The Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton is the nearest consultant-led unit and the most common choice for families in the area. Those who need or prefer it can also access the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath, which offers both a midwifery-led unit and a consultant unit. Mai can support you at either — and can help you understand the difference before you decide.
Service area
Mai is based in Worthing and covers Hove, Brighton, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing, and the wider West Sussex area. She also covers parts of East Sussex. If you're not sure whether you fall within her patch, just ask — she's happy to confirm.
Ready to talk?
If you're based in Hove and expecting, the first step is a free, no-obligation chat. It's a chance to ask questions, get a sense of how Mai works, and see whether it feels like the right fit.