Your Birth Friend

14/05/2026

This is a question a lot of clients ask me, so I thought I’d share it here!

The simple answer is that I became the person I needed when I entered Motherhood. I knew nothing about slings and baby carriers back in 2020. I knew nothing about parenting and babies at all then! And as you probably know, there wasn’t much support available in that pandemic-lockdown-lovely year.

So when I had my second baby in 2024, I had full freedom and access to all sorts of support… but still no babywearing help. There were no sling libraries in my local area. So, I decided to learn, spent a full year studying and gaining specialist qualifications, and then launched my sling library.

I started up in Nantwich and then spread out to different areas I could travel to, where I knew people needed my guidance and specialist support.

A year later I had the incredible opportunity to take over and I’m so grateful for the journey I’ve been on and all the people that I’ve met along the way. Supporting mums, dads, newborn babies & new families is so incredibly fulfilling, and I can’t wait to share the additional plans I have coming up soon! 🥰

Have you started something unexpected or new while on maternity leave? I’d love to hear your stories too!

23/04/2026

❤️ Next Sling Library events are here! ❤️ I’m super happy to say that normality is resuming behind the scenes (except for the May bank hols 🫠).

🌷Spring is fully here and it is the PERFECT time to get out and carry your little ones! Here is where you can find me over the next 4 weeks 👇

📍Congleton Family Hub: Monday 27th April and 11th May (drop-in) 10.15-11.30am

📍Nantwich Children’s Centre: Monday 27th April and 11th May (drop-in) 12.30-2pm

📍Chester Sling Library at The Shrewsbury Arms, Mickle Trafford (pre-booking in advance essential) Monday 18th May.

🏡 Home visits are also available most Thursdays or Fridays, DM or book online to request a private babywearing session in your own home (I cover Cheshire East primarily).

OR postal hire is also available 💌🥰

💌 If you have any questions please drop a comment below or DM me and I will do my best to help you 🥰

01/04/2026

I wanted to share a little update, as I’ve been quieter than usual recently 🤍

The past few weeks have been quite challenging on a personal level, and I’ve had to take a step back to focus on my family and my own capacity.

If you’ve been waiting on a reply or support, thank you so much for your patience. I’m really aware that I haven’t been showing up in the way I normally would, and I truly appreciate your understanding.

I care so deeply about the support I offer, and about each of you who trusts me during such important stages of your lives. Right now, I’m still here, just moving a little more gently and slowly than usual.

If you’re also going through a hard season, please know you’re not alone in that. Life isn’t always linear, and sometimes we all need to pause, regroup, and be looked after too.

Thank you for being here 🤍

06/03/2026

Trying to find a good baby carrier at Mamas&Papas in the UK… not only are these carriers NOT what I would recommend generally, they cost a lot of money! There are far better options out there, costing less, far superior quality, easier to use, will grow with your baby and last longer. None of these options fit the bill. Sorry! But not to worry, I’m stocking up on lots of lovely quality options you can buy at the Baby Carrier Boutique online at Your Birth Friend.

01/03/2026

💚 Do we need this carrier in the sling library?? 💚 It’s zebra print. It’s green and black. It’s merino wool blend. It’s a Lenny Light. It’s a great alternative to an Artipoppe. Help us decide by commenting below! Would you hire it? Should we buy one?

28/02/2026

🌸 Throughout March you can find me every other Monday, at both Congleton Family Hub, and Nantwich Children’s Centre, alongside the Cherubs breastfeeding support groups 🌸

🌼 Just drop in, bring your own carrier or try a couple from the Sling Library. I’ll be here to answer any questions and provide valuable specialist info about babywearing.

🌼 If you have any specific requests or an older child, please DM so I can bring the best options for you along on the day!

26/02/2026

Drop in to see me at any of these events, or message in advance if you have any specific requests or needs 🥰

Join Sam at our Sling Sessions in March, held at Nantwich and Congleton Children's Centres within the Cherubs Groups.

20/02/2026

Happy to share that I will be attending this lovely event in Nantwich next week! I’ll be there to answer any questions about carrying babies and will have a selected range of perfect newborn carriers available to demo and try, from my Sling Library.

I’ll also bring a few carriers for retail if you are hoping to buy one right away, after taking a look at the best options.

It’s always best to speak to a specialist before making decisions, as the biggest carrier brands are actually the most misleading, and staff in baby shops are not trained in this area.

Looking forward to meeting you on Wednesday! If you have any requests or questions beforehand please comment below or DM 🥰

05/02/2026

👋 Hi, Hello, I’m Sam! In case you’re wondering who I am…

💚 A bit about me 💚
I set up Your Birth Friend while on maternity leave in 2024/25, after my birth doula recommended I complete my babywearing training, as there wasn’t anyone providing this specialist support locally. Lucky I did, as I then got made redundant from my old job 🫠

I became a Mum in the depths of Lockdown 2020 😬 and know the awful feeling of having no support and somehow figuring out how to look after a newborn (and yourself).

My hobbies include yoga, meditation, crafts & baking 🧘‍♀️🎨🪡🧁

I’m passionate about supporting women, especially at your most vulnerable point in your life. Becoming a Mum changes you, and it’s a tough phase to navigate. I also aim to bring some pregnancy support services to new mums later this year, when I complete some further training 👏🤰

📍I grew up in Bolton, was born in Stockport, and now live in Keele. So I travel throughout Cheshire and North Staffs to help Mums, Dads, Babies & Caregivers with invaluable specialist baby carrier support.

As well as my Carrier Clinic at Trentham, and pop-up Sling Library events across Cheshire East & North Staffs, I’ll also be running Chester Sling Library events every other Monday from February 2026 😁

I can’t wait to meet you and your little one soon! 🥰🫶

02/02/2026

🌱 Trentham Carrier Clinic is back, every other Thursday 🌱

💚 30 minute slots are available and pre-booking is essential. You’ll get 1 week of free sling hire included in your ticket, or a tailored fit check and troubleshooting session for your own carrier, and additional hire is available at only £10.

🤎 While you’ve made it out of the house, is also the perfect place to relax and take a walk around the gardens, shops or garden centre, or stop for a coffee or bite to eat.

💚 My aim is to help you leave your session feeling calm and confident, knowing you have a carrier that’s safe, comfortable and enjoyable to wear. Soak up those baby cuddles and start the week with some valuable babywearing knowledge 🥰🫶

🤎 If you have any questions please comment below or DM. See you soon! Sam xx 🫶