Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions people have when they first hear about Soul Midwifery and the services I offer. If you have any other questions, or if you’d like to learn more, please feel free to reach out to me. I’m here to support you through this important journey.
What is a Soul Midwife?
A Soul Midwife is a compassionate guide who supports individuals and their families during the end-of-life transition. My role is to be a loving presence during this time, helping to ease physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges. I provide holistic care, spiritual support, and create a peaceful environment for both the person who is dying and their loved ones. Think of me as a spiritual companion, someone who listens, holds space, and offers comfort.
How can a Soul Midwife help me?
As your Soul Midwife, I help you explore and express your deepest wishes and feelings about the dying process. I assist with creating a calm, sacred space where you feel safe, heard, and supported. I offer guidance through meditation, prayer, and spiritual care, and I help address physical discomfort with gentle therapies like Reiki and aromatherapy. I also offer emotional and psychological support, helping you and your loved ones process your feelings and provide a sense of closure.
What does a Soul Midwife do during the dying process?
During the dying process, I am there to provide calm, gentle guidance. I support your emotional and spiritual needs, help with physical comfort through holistic therapies, and assist your loved ones in navigating their feelings of grief and loss. I offer a peaceful space for reflection, prayer, and talking about final wishes, ensuring that your transition feels as peaceful and dignified as possible. I can help with rituals, anointing, breathing techniques, and meditations to guide you through your final moments.
What kind of therapies do you offer?
I offer a wide range of holistic therapies, including:
Reiki: A gentle healing energy to promote peace and reduce pain and anxiety.
Aromatherapy: Using sacred oils for emotional and spiritual support.
Guided Meditation and Breathing Techniques: To calm the mind and facilitate spiritual connection.
Reflexology: A gentle foot therapy that promotes relaxation and balances energy.
Regression Therapy: Helping individuals explore and release any past life connections that may affect their journey, and also have personal spiritual experiences which give a sense of peace.
Spiritual Guidance: Through prayer, reflection, and other spiritual practices.
How many sessions do I need?
The number of sessions depends on the needs of the person and their family. Typically, I offer six sessions starting with an initial conversation where we get to know each other and set intentions. These sessions can be in-person, over the phone, or via Zoom. We explore what is most important to you, including final wishes, pain management, emotional and spiritual care, and support for your family. Each session is unique and tailored to your individual needs.
What is the cost of your services?
My services are offered are £50 per 75-minute session. If you find it difficult to pay, there are options available such as the Pay It Forward Fund, where previous clients have donated to help others who may need financial assistance.
Can you offer your services if I live far away?
Yes! While I offer in-person sessions for those in the Durham area, I can also offer online sessions via Zoom or phone for clients who are further away. These sessions are just as powerful and can be just as intimate and effective as face-to-face meetings.
How does the Pay It Forward Fund work?
The Pay It Forward Fund allows those who are able to, to donate towards helping others receive the Soul Midwife services they need, especially for people who may not be able to afford them. Donations can be given to fund services for families in need, such as meditation, Reiki, or grief support, at no cost to them. It’s a beautiful way for the community to come together and support each other.
Can you help my family after I pass?
Yes, I offer support for families both before and after the death of a loved one. This can include grief counselling, Reiki, spiritual guidance, and help navigating the emotional and practical steps of loss. I can assist your family in finding peace, processing grief, and creating meaningful rituals that help them honour you and their own feelings of loss.
Can I Access Soul Midwife Services When I’m Healthy, Just to Plan?
Yes, you can absolutely access Soul Midwife services when you are healthy. These services are not just for those nearing the end of life but are also available to individuals who want to take time to reflect, prepare, and plan for their own unique journey. Engaging in this work while you are well can be an empowering and enlightening process, offering a deeper understanding of life and death while releasing the stigma often associated with the dying process.
By planning ahead, you have the opportunity to express your wishes and preferences clearly. This may include the kind of care you’d like to receive, any rituals or ceremonies you feel drawn to, and how you would like to be remembered. Taking this step helps alleviate anxiety.
This process is also a way to deepen your understanding of the natural transitions of life and death. Through thoughtful conversations, you can explore your beliefs, hopes, and even fears in a safe and compassionate space. By doing so, you begin to break down societal stigmas around the dying process, embracing it as a natural and sacred part of life.
Working with a Soul Midwife while healthy also allows you to open meaningful conversations with loved ones. This can bring clarity, strengthen connections, and provide a sense of relief for your family, who will gain a clearer understanding of your wishes and values. It’s a chance to celebrate your life and take control of how your final journey unfolds.
Whether your focus is on practical planning, spiritual exploration, or legacy creation, I can help guide you through this process. Together, we can ensure that your life and its transitions are honoured in the most personal and meaningful way possible. This work is not about inviting death but about embracing life fully, with love, respect, and empowerment.
What if I don’t know if Soul Midwife services are right for me?
I offer a free 30-minute consultation call so we can talk about your needs, and you can see if my services resonate with you. It’s important that you feel comfortable and supported, and I’m here to help answer any questions you have about the process, therapies, or anything else that’s on your mind.
Do you offer bereavement support for families after death?
Yes, I offer bereavement support to help families through their grief and healing process after a loved one’s passing. This can include emotional and spiritual support, Reiki healing, and guided meditations to help process grief and find peace. I also offer memorial services and rituals to help loved ones celebrate the life of the person who has passed.
Do I need to have a specific belief or faith to access Soul Midwife services?
No, you do not need to follow any specific religion or faith to benefit from Soul Midwife services. I work with people from all walks of life, whether they have a particular spiritual belief, follow a religion, or identify as non-religious. My approach is inclusive, offering a peaceful and supportive environment based on love, compassion, and respect for each individual's journey.
For those with no specific faith, I focus on universal spiritual principles such as love, connection, and acceptance, which can be deeply comforting during life’s transitions.
How can Soul Midwife services help with my spiritual needs if I don’t have a specific belief or faith?
Whether or not you have a defined belief system, I offer spiritual guidance that speaks to the universal nature of the human experience. I create a safe space for reflection, emotional release, and inner peace. You may choose to work with gentle guided meditations, affirmations, or visualisations to help ease your journey. My role is not to impose any belief system, but rather to help you find what resonates with your soul, providing comfort, balance, and the space to process any emotions.
For those who are open to exploring spiritual tools, I offer healing rituals, mindfulness practices, and visualisations that help connect to your inner wisdom and peace, assisting in the transition process.
Do you offer prayer or spiritual support?
Yes, I offer prayers, blessings, and spiritual support to individuals of all beliefs, or none. If you have specific prayers or rituals that are important to you, I will incorporate them into our sessions. For those who do not follow a formal religion, I offer universal prayers that focus on healing, peace, and spiritual comfort. These prayers can be shared with you or used privately, depending on your wishes.
I also provide affirmations or words of support to help guide you through challenging moments, whether you are facing physical discomfort, emotional struggles, or uncertainty. The purpose is always to create a loving, sacred space where you feel safe and supported.
How can you help me with my emotional and spiritual needs as I approach the end of life?
As a Soul Midwife, my role is to help you process your emotions and ease your spiritual concerns. The transition to the end of life can bring up a range of emotions such as fear, sadness, and confusion, and I am here to support you through each phase of this journey.
You may experience emotional release through deep conversations, guided visualisations, or meditations focused on letting go and finding peace. For those with concerns about what comes next, I provide space for reflection on the soul's journey and offer comfort in the knowing that love and energy are eternal, beyond the physical body.
I will help you connect to the present moment, soothe any fears about the unknown, and guide you in releasing what no longer serves you.
Can you help me with rituals or ceremonies, even if I don’t follow a specific religion?
Absolutely! Rituals and ceremonies are powerful tools for honouring life and facilitating the transition. These do not need to adhere to a specific religious tradition. I can work with you to create rituals that feel meaningful to you, whether it’s simple acts of remembrance, lighting candles, playing specific music, or incorporating elements from nature like flowers or water.
The intention is always to bring peace, acknowledge the sacredness of the journey, and honour the uniqueness of your soul’s experience. These rituals may help you find closure, release fear, and invite serenity and comfort.
Can Soul Midwife services be used by someone who is grieving or coping with the loss of a loved one?
Yes, Soul Midwife services are not limited to those at the end of life but can also support those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Grief can feel overwhelming, and I offer compassionate space for you to process your emotions, receive comfort, and honour your loved one’s spirit. Whether it’s through gentle healing sessions, guided meditations, or talking about your feelings, I am here to support you through the grieving process.
You may also benefit from spiritual practices such as visualisation to connect with your loved one’s spirit, or simply sharing space to reflect and release your emotions.
What types of healing can I expect from a Soul Midwife session?
In a Soul Midwife session, I offer a combination of energy healing, spiritual support, and gentle physical care tailored to your needs. This may include:
Reiki energy healing
Gentle massage or reflexology
Guided meditation or visualisation
Emotional support and spiritual guidance
Anointing with sacred oils (if desired)
Affirmations or prayer (if aligned with your beliefs)
These sessions are personalised to address your specific emotional, physical, and spiritual needs, offering deep comfort, peace, and healing during a deeply significant time in your life.
How do I get started with Soul Midwife services?
I offer a free 30-minute telephone consultation so we can discuss your needs, and so you can determine if my services are the right fit for you. During this time, we will talk about your current situation, what you hope to receive from the sessions, and any specific wishes you may have. This helps me create a service that’s completely aligned with your needs and desires.
If you feel called to continue, we can schedule the first of a series of 1-6 sessions, or begin with a single session depending on what feels right for you. Sessions can take place in person, online, or at your home, depending on your preferences and physical ability.
Do you need to be with me at the end?
The answer is both yes and no.
Yes, I can be physically present with you at the end, offering comfort, guidance, and holding space for you as you transition. This can be an incredibly nurturing and supportive time for you and your loved ones.
However, no, it is not always necessary for me to be there physically. My work as a Soul Midwife goes beyond physical presence. Even when I am not with you in person, I will still be deeply connected to your energy and soul, guiding you with love and care as you make your transition. Through meditation, prayer, and energy work, I offer spiritual support to help you find peace and ease during this sacred time.
Whether near or far, you are always held in my care. You are never alone, and I will be with you in spirit, guiding you gently and lovingly toward the next phase of your journey.
What happens when I die?
This is a huge question and one which we all want to know, so i shall address this question from a gentle and compassionate place, as well as i can to help you feel more reassured. From a spiritual perspective, many believe that death is not an end but rather a transition, a sacred return home. The soul or spirit is said to leave the physical body and move into another realm, energy state, or frequency, continuing its journey. This is often described as a return to the source, a reunion with the divine, or an experience of peace and pure love. For some, this process is understood as a return to the oneness of the universe.
In my practice as a Soul Midwife, I hold space for individuals to feel safe, supported, and at peace during this transition, regardless of their personal beliefs. For many, the dying process is deeply spiritual and transformative, even if they don’t have a specific religious framework.
The soul, energy, and consciousness may shift into a state of non-physical existence, where it continues its evolution. The way this is experienced can vary for each person, but many report feelings of lightness, freedom, and the presence of loved ones guiding them on the other side. It’s often described as peaceful, loving, and full of understanding.
What happens to my body after death?
When we die, our body undergoes a natural process. The physical body, which was once a vessel for our spirit, gradually returns to the earth from which it came. The body itself is not the soul; it is the temporary housing for our experience and consciousness during life. While the body may no longer function in the way it once did, it is deeply respected and honoured for the role it played in our physical experience.
Many people choose to care for and prepare their bodies in a loving way through rituals such as anointing, washing, or dressing the body. These practices bring peace, honour, and closure, allowing both the person who has passed and their loved ones to say goodbye in a loving, gentle and sacred manner.
The process of dying can be incredibly personal. While the soul continues its journey, the body is cared for and returned to the earth, often in ways that reflect the values, traditions, and wishes of the individual and their family. It is important to remember that there is no "right" way to experience this process, each person's journey is unique.
While we may not know exactly what happens after we die, the universal truth is that life is eternal in its energy form. This is a powerful and comforting thought, especially for those navigating grief and loss. Our bodies may be temporary, but our essence, the soul, is infinite.
As a Soul Midwife, my role is to help guide individuals through this sacred process with love, compassion, and respect for their personal journey. Whether you're approaching the end of life or supporting a loved one, know that you are not alone. We are all part of a greater, eternal cycle, and the transition into the next phase is not something to fear, but to embrace with understanding, love, and trust.
Does your work as my Soul Midwife stop once I’ve transitioned?
No, my work as your Soul Midwife continues beyond your physical transition. While your body may no longer be present, your soul's journey is ongoing, and I am here to support you during this sacred time.
After death, the soul may still need gentle guidance and support as it moves through the transition process. This can take time, often a period of three days, during which your soul might be adjusting to its new state.
I, along with other experienced Soul Midwives, continue to work with your energy, connecting in meditation and prayer, to help guide you home to the light. This is a delicate and profound process, one that is filled with compassion, love, and a deep understanding of the soul’s journey.
We hold space for you as you move through any lingering attachments or emotions, offering gentle comfort to ensure that your soul feels safe, heard, and supported every step of the way. Whether you are alone or surrounded by others, we remain present with you as you transition, helping you embrace peace and freedom as you embark on the next phase of your journey.
My role as a Soul Midwife is to ensure that you are lovingly guided, no matter where you are in your transition, whether it’s before, during, or after you’ve crossed over. This is a continuous relationship, and I am here for you every step of the way.
