Welcome to The Alternative Midwife – Specialist Support for Birth Trauma and Pregnancy Wellbeing

Hi, I’m Gemma – the face behind The Alternative Midwife.

Over the years, I’ve worn many hats- from running small creative businesses (like decluttering homes and making handmade baby clothes!) to supporting pregnant families across Brighton through classes and workshops. But my true calling became clear over 15 years ago when I began teaching pregnancy and birth preparation—and I haven’t looked back since.

My passion for birth led me to retrain as a registered midwife, and today I work as a Midwifery Team Leader within my local NHS trust. In this role, I support both midwives and families, and I still practice clinically when needed—something I deeply value for staying connected to hands-on, compassionate maternity care.

In 2022, my journey expanded further when I trained in Birth Trauma Resolution Therapy—a powerful, evidence-based approach to healing after traumatic pregnancy or birth experiences. While I continue advocating for trauma-informed care within the NHS, I’ve found my true purpose in offering private, one-to-one support for those living with the emotional after-effects of birth trauma.

Whether you’ve experienced:

• A traumatic birth

• Emergency caesarean or medical intervention

• Pregnancy complications or loss

• Postnatal anxiety or birth-related PTSD

At The Alternative Midwife, I offer a unique blend of clinical midwifery knowledge and therapeutic expertise, helping individuals process trauma, reduce symptoms, and reconnect with themselves and their families.

Please take a look around my website for more information on birth trauma therapy, pregnancy support, and how we can work together. If you’d like to chat before booking, I’d love to hear from you- WhatsApp, text, or email me, and I’ll be in touch.

Let’s change your story—together.

With warmth,
Gemma x

The Alternative Midwife
Registered Midwife | Birth Trauma Therapist | Pregnancy & Postnatal Support