Get to know us
A Doula is someone who will show up for families, in times of transition, like pregnancy, birth and postpartum, offering gentle guidance, practical and emotional support, empathy and encouragement.
Each Doula works differently, working within their scope and interests to deliver a custom service just for you. Helping around the home, connecting you to support services, identifying potential issues and moving through them together, and protect your space. Whatever you need, so that you can prioritise rest. We listen; deeply and offer gentle guidance and encouragement to trust your intuition.
When looking for a Doula to support you, it is important to find connection, comfort and feel grounded by the care that they are dedicating to you and your family.
The word Doula comes from the Greek word doulē, the meaning of which translates to ‘serve women’.
A Doula holds the mother.
Molly Knowles
HTM Founder & Postpartum Doula
I am a Taurus, a lover and loyal friend - someone who will walk along side you, encourage you and celebrate you.
I have a Bachelor in Public Health and Health Promotion and have worked in supportive care for over 15 years. A career that has provided me with many learnings in the realm of empathy, understanding and opportunity to feel heard. I am passionate about women centred care and women’s health. I have certified skills in Postpartum Nutrition, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding Support, and Circle Facilitation. I am continuously learning from experts in the space, to confidently share evidence based knowledge with our community.
While I feel this work blends into my motherhood story, when I am not with my clients, I have two gorgeous little babes Jude and Remi keeping me busy. I love moving my body, and the calm it offers my nervous system. I love food, and the way it fuels the body, but also brings joy and connection. My house is messy, and I am riding the wave of early parenthood with you. I am from a big family and I am surrounded by the most beautiful village of family and friends, and this is what I want to share within my work. Community is so important to me, and I am keen to be part of yours
Find out more about me, my why and read many of my resources and ramblings in our Blog.
Tori Polson
Postpartum Doula
My journey in this work began after the birth of my first daughter in 2016. Motherhood shifted my priorities and perspectives, much like it does for many. Now, I’m a mother of two beautiful daughters, both of whom inspire my love for supporting families and my own personal journey.
I want to ensure every mother's voice is heard, her worth celebrated, and her journey honoured. As a Doula, I love exploring the depth of what it means to nurture new life for both the baby and the mother.
My experience as a certified Seasons of Matrescence® Educator and Guide provides me with insight into the psychological shift that occurs when becoming a mother. I am also a qualified Aware Parenting Instructor, an approach that resonates with the core of my philosophy on raising children – nurturing through love, understanding and empathy.
My five favourite things are: my morning coffee; going for early morning walks; slow days at home staying in our pjs; a cheeky glass of wine with friends with lots of talking and laughing; getting my stretch on during a yin yoga class.
Tori works alongside Molly, as a Doula for Hold The Mother.
