KATE RUBENS

“Working with Kate completely transformed our second birth experience. We were trying for a vaginal birth after a first birth with a long labour which ended in a c section. Kate supported us to develop our preferences and advocate for ourselves with our healthcare providers by giving us lots of relevant and non biased research. We had another long labour for our second and could not have had the joyful experience we had without Kate and her physical and emotional support. At one low point - after 48 hours of non stop contractions and no sleep, she massaged me to sleep! As a result of Kate’s support we had a transformative and healing second birth experience on our terms. At one point we were all dancing in the labour ward together! Her postpartum care was exactly what was needed to help with my recovery. I wish all birthing people had Kate with them on their journey and, if we have a third, Kate would be the first person we would tell to ensure we can have her with us for it!”

“Having regular home massages with Kate has been transformative for my wellbeing and mental health. Kate’s practice is unlike any massages I’ve had before - there’s something about the way that she works that is hard to put into words but the change in my nervous system is noticeable for over 24 hours after the massage. I am so grateful for the time and energy she shared and I recommend her to lots of my friends, and so, reader, I do the same to you!”

“Kate’s pregnancy and postpartum care was utterly wonderful. Kate was accommodating, responsive and friendly. After each visit I felt restored, relaxed and respected, Kate holds space with such gentle ease. A sacred experience to receive restorative personalised care in such a huge bodily and life event - especially from the same person. I’m so grateful to have found Kate and recommend her to every pregnant person - a gem of a human.”

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I’ve been privileged to meet Kate through dancing. I’ve always noticed more space for self-expression, passion and fun when Kate is in the class. When I lost my unborn baby, I knew she would support me. Kate listened to my story and knew precisely how to hold the space for me. She offered a closing ceremony - similar to the one I had postpartum with my second child. It was a beautiful and sad journey, talking and keeping silent, wrapped in several scarves, lulled and held while, honouring the baby girl that did not get to live and me who became a mother to an unborn child. Accepting what happened and celebrating life in all its complexity. I’m very grateful to Kate for this experience, and I hope our paths will cross again.”

“From the moment I met Kate I knew she was the doula for me! Kate has a warmth about her that helps to soothe anxieties that can arise during pregnancy, labour, birth & postnatally. She is well informed on how to navigate a hospital birth with minimal stress and is supportive of the birth you choose, as a solo mama Kate was particularly invaluable to me postnatally, I cant imagine my journey into motherhood without her at my side every step of the way. I also had relaxing and restorative massages throughout my pregnancy with her. Kate is highly intuitive, an excellent listener and is passionate about everything she does. My daughter and I felt safe and cared for by her. I would 100% have Kate as my doula again for any future children. ”

“Kate is an incredible massage therapist ( and person) I’ve had massages all over the world and those with Kate have been the best- they sent me into another world of relaxation. Kate always worked intuitively to give my body exactly what it needed during and after my pregnancy and I believe her massages helped me to have an easeful and enjoyable pregnancy with minimal aches and pains. If you have the chance to visit her when pregnant, do it!”

“Kate is simply the best massage therapist I have ever had. I went to her before my pregnancy then all the way through as well as postnatally. I wholeheartedly recommend her, she has magical hands, but more than that she is such a wonderful human. Always took the time to chat with me about my pregnancy and made me feel so relaxed in my mind and body. An absolute gem.”

“Having massages with Kate after I gave birth was totally transformative. She came to my house and was so kind and knowledgable - She really helped me reconnect with my body after a difficult birth. The whole experience was incredibly healing.”

“Suffering from stress, anxiety and chronic pain, going to Kate has been transformational for my body and my mind. Kate provides a safe space for all folks, particularly those who struggle to feel comfortable in settings that can be exposing and vulnerable. The power of touch (particularly Kate’s) has been vital in my healing, and she has truly helped me feel like myself again. I say after every session that it feels like she’s massaged my soul, and that couldn’t be more accurate. Thank you.”