Birth Support & Maternal Health
Support isn't just about who's there...
It's about who understands.
Hi, I’m Zainab (zay-nab). That’s me, on the right. I’ve been supporting families through different stages of their maternity journeys as a midwife with the NHS for over 17 years.
Me and Bubby 23/5/25
Preparing you and your family for birth and beyond.
Preparing for birth and early parenthood can bring a wide range of emotions, from joy and anticipation to fear, doubt, and uncertainty.
Delivered personally online or in person, my sessions are designed to prepare you and your family for birth and beyond, helping you build confidence through knowledge, open discussion, and the opportunity to ask questions.
This support enables families to make informed decisions about their care and feel more prepared to navigate the physical, emotional, and mental experiences that can come with pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. My approach is particularly mindful of families from the global majority, ensuring they feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their maternity journey.
Training, workshops, and consultancy. ⇢ Learn more...
My work with Organisations
I also work with organisations that want to improve outcomes and experiences for families from the global majority.
Through training, workshops, and consultancy, I support healthcare professionals and teams to develop culturally safe practices, strengthen community understanding, and deliver more equitable maternity care. If your organisation is looking to better support diverse communities, I would welcome the opportunity to work together to create meaningful and lasting change.
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What is Amanah?
The Arabic word ‘Amanah’ (أمانة) means trust or sacred responsibility. It reflects the deep truth that welcoming a new life is not only a physical event, but also an emotional and spiritual transition – one that calls for presence, support, and conscious preparation. This includes understanding your body and the birthing process with clarity and confidence, so you can make informed choices about your care and birth environment.
I will empower you to approach birth as a meaningful life transition, guided by care, trust, and respect, while supporting you to build the emotional readiness for the challenges and joys ahead. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or something in between, Amanah Birth and Beyond offers a gentle, grounded space to prepare with both heart and knowledge. For organisations, I provide guidance and training to equip your teams with the knowledge and sensitivity to care for the ‘Amanah’ entrusted to them, ensuring every family feels supported, respected, and empowered
Dear Parents to be,
Congratulations on your pregnancy and this beautiful chapter ahead. Whether this is your first baby or you’ve walked this path before, preparing for birth is a powerful and meaningful journey.
As a midwife, I’ve had the honour of supporting many families through pregnancy, labour, and beyond. Over time, I came to realise that birth preparation should be more than just information. It should be a space for trust, reflection, and intentional care. That’s why I created Amanah Birth and Beyond.