Thea Anderson, Holistic Doula and Lactation Consultant

Nurturing your journey from pregnancy to parenthood

I gave birth to my first child in the summer of 2010 at the age of 23. I was keen to breastfeed, but I hadn't really considered what would happen if it didn't "come naturally" to me. The support I received at that time had a lasting and positive impact on me and my family's life and I was keen to be able to pass that on to others. 

From this point onwards I have dived deeper into my role as a birthkeeper and breastfeeding supporter. I became a volunteer breastfeeding counsellor in 2016 and qualified as an IBCLC Lactation Consultant in 2021. I started working in early 2023 as a doula after training with Developing Doulas. I then trained as a Birth Prep in a Box facilitator which led me to running antenatal birth preparation and hypnobirthing classes in the Dover and Deal area of Kent. I trained with Birthing Awareness in 2024 to offer the 3-step rewind technique to clients to help with breastfeeding and birth trauma and I have most recently trained with The Holistic Doula School to broaden my doula and birthkeeper offerings. 

When I'm not supporting families or reading about the world of pregnancy, birth and lactation, I love to be out in nature, growing vegetables, looking after my chickens and enjoying the wonderful beaches and countryside of East Kent. 

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What Clients Say

Francesca, Lactation Client

"Thea has helped me with both of my children. The first time around I met her on my first day out of the house since the birth of my daughter when we needed to be readmitted to hospitable with jaundice, made worse due to difficulties feeding. She was the only person in the early months that suggested she was tongue-tied and was correct! She was (and still is) the most approachable and comforting person I've ever met and I left more confident than when I arrived. With my son, I not only experienced more difficulties with latches due to tongue ties and a division that was later reattached but I was also struggling with the sudden end to feeding my daughter and so emotionally I was drained. Thea not only had a wealth of knowledge and a variety of techniques to support me but I knew I could approach her on my toughest day and she would be the calming presence I needed and would never forget to follow up with me later armed with more ideas or places to signpost"

Emileigh, Hypnobirthing Client

“Extremely informative and reassuring.

 Prior to starting a hypnobirthing course with Thea, I had many concerns, worries and fears surrounding childbirth. However, Thea's ability to thoroughly talk through the stages of labour, and how to meditate to have a successful hypnobirthing experience has enabled me to look at childbirth in a different light. Instead of dreading this time in my journey to having my second baby, I am now excited and looking forward to a positive, well-informed birth.”

Laura, Lactation Client

"Thea has a wealth of knowledge around breastfeeding and life with a new baby. She has helped me to feed both my boys, through latch issues, allergies and tongue tie. Her manner is gentle, kind and non judgemental. From guidance on introducing expressing when I returned to work to weaning from the breast when the time came, Thea has been a huge support for our family. I don't think it's possible to recommend her highly enough!"

Amy, Doula Client

“It has been a pleasure and such an amazing and unforgettable experience hiring Thea as my doula during birth. Having Thea be a part of my life and be there in person at such a challenging yet rewarding time of my life is an experience I will never forget.”

Sarah, Lactation Client

"Thea has been the safety net I’ve needed whilst feeding my third baby through a tongue tie and a variety of baffling and painful feeding problems. Thea was there whenever I needed the support with a listening ear and a wealth of knowledge all whilst being mindful of the impact breastfeeding issues can have upon your mental well-being. Having breastfed all three of my babies through various issues I can honestly say this time around has been the closest I’ve been to calling it a day and without her well-timed support I don’t think our breastfeeding journey would still be ongoing so I am forever grateful of Thea and her passion for supporting mothers."

Jen, Lactation Client

"Thea is a thoughtful and helpful consultant who helped me with the breastfeeding of my first baby during the lockdown and then in person once restrictions allowed. I had trouble with positioning my baby and latching, along with blocked ducts and I found Thea to be kind and supportive during a very difficult time."

Lotte, Doula Client

"Thea is nothing short of an angel. We feel so privileged to have had her support during our antenatal, birth and post partum journey.
We attended Thea’s breastfeeding workshop and Antenatal & Hypnobirthing classes- all of which we thoroughly recommend as preparation for first time parents. However it was Thea’s support as our Doula that we feel particularly indebted to her for: Thea’s calm and balanced perspective helped us make difficult decisions and guided us to the birth we wanted- or perhaps dreamt of! We could not have done it without her and trust her with, not only our lives, but that of our now 3 month old daughter- who Thea has continued to support with lactation advice and post-natal doula-ing. Thank you thank you Thea 🥰"

Anita, Doula Client

"I can’t recommend Thea highly enough. My birth didn’t go as planned, but having her calm, reassuring voice, support and steady guidance made all the difference. She was truly my anchor through labour — supportive, intuitive, and endlessly kind. Her motherly energy and gentle care were exactly what I needed in those intense hours.Now that my baby is 6 months old, I often think back with such gratitude for the strength and comfort Thea gave me when I needed it most. She does incredible work, and I feel so lucky to have had her by my side. Highly recommend ♥️"