Independent midwife in brighton and sussex

Your body already knows how to do this. My job is to make sure nothing gets in the way.

you already know

you want something different

independent midwifery care rooted in trust and presence

You are not looking for someone to manage your pregnancy or run your birth. You are looking for a private midwife who knows your story, trusts your body, and is still there when birth asks something unexpected of you. That is what this is.

One midwife. Your whole journey. Care that stays close when you need it and steps back when your body is doing exactly what it needs to do.

You already know you want something different. You wouldn’t be here otherwise.

✓ Over 17 Years Midwifery Experience 

✓ One known midwife throughout your care

✓  supporting families to have a joyful home birth since 2009

Joyful & Sacred Birth accessible to every woman who is ready to claim it

Being realistic means expecting your birth to be an amazing experience

I’m Virginia. I’ve been a midwife since 2009 and I founded Rise because I believe midwifery works best when there is time, trust and real relationship.

If we work together, I will not meet you as a stranger in labour. I will know your story, your fears, what helps you feel safe and what kind of birth you are moving towards.

My work is mostly quiet. I listen, observe and protect the space around you. When clinical skill is needed, I use it. But I will not interfere just to feel useful. Your birth works best when you are trusted, not managed.

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Your journey held as a rite of passage.

Birth is your ceremony

It deserves presence, honouring and someone who understands what it means to hold that threshold with respect.

You are preparing for something that will change you. 

Rhiannon, eastbourne
My first birth didn't go as planned, so I wanted control over my second. V and Nelly didn't just support me - they helped me remember my power. They made my birth liberating. 10/10 - I wouldn't hesitate.
Ellenbrighton
"You made me feel heard, held and honoured in birth. You held space for me and gave me real connection. You gave me heart-led care and integrity. I wish every pregnant woman could have the experience I've had with you. You have an inner deep wisdom and encompass the sacred feminine."
kirstylewes
The midwife you were for me and for Finn changed me in the most profound way. It was such a healing experience for our family and the expert skill and kindness you gave to us will remain a source of joy for us always.
CamilleWest susssex
"I was very lucky to have Virginia as one of my midwives when giving birth at home. She was absolutely amazing She didn't do checks for the sake of it but did what was necessary and what I was ok with! What I really appreciated is that I felt safe, she was grounded and said comforting words to me while giving birth. I highly recommend her ! She was wonderful. You will be in safe and kind hands, being treated like a Goddess! ".
SophiaLEWES
I had a very rapid labour at home. I really wanted a low intervention home birth, but the speed at which my daughter came into the world was a bit of a shock, particularly as she’s my first child. Virginia was incredible. Her presence was one of gentle confidence, respect and loving intelligence. My husband and I felt in the safest of hands as she helped move and shift me through the transitions of birth. She also managed to take some amazing photos and videos of the birth that I treasure. I would highly recommend her as a superb midwife.
spencerhove
Your energy that you carry was exactly what we needed by our sides in those final hours of labour, nothing fazed you and you brought calm when it was needed so I can't thank you enough for that.
Imogenhove
Thank you so so much Virginia for giving me the birth I always dreamed of, I adore you. Virgina is just beyond amazing, she listens but she also HEARS. She makes you feel seen and heard. She was the calm to my storm and such a pivotal part of our whole birth, the before and the after. She provided a beautiful holistic approach whilst also providing expertise knowledge and understanding of it all. Couldn’t recommend her enough, so so grateful to have found her truly!

Why choose an independent midwife

The system was not built around your body. It was built around its own risk management. That is not your fault. And it is not the only way

This might be where you are
WHAT you want WHEN you SAY IT OUT LOUD

Choose the level of support that feels right for you

Ways to Work Together

Whether you want full birth care, support from the third trimester, or private antenatal or postnatal care without birth attendance, each package is designed to give you time, continuity and care from a midwife who knows you.

Complete Journey Care

If you want the same midwife with you from pregnancy through birth and the early weeks after birth. This is the fullest level of care, with deep continuity, preparation, birth support and postnatal holding | £9,000

Third Trimester Through Birth

If you want private midwifery care from 30 weeks, through birth and into the early postnatal days. A good fit if you are later in pregnancy and want support for the final stretch and home birth birth | £7,900

Antenatal and Postnatal

If you want a private midwife during pregnancy or after birth, without birth. This package gives you time, reassurance and continuity for antenatal preparation, postnatal recovery, feeding, reflection and emotional support. from £3,000

Additional services are also available, including single 1:1 consultations, NIPT testing, IBCLC feeding support, mother blessings, placenta medicine, birth trauma release and closing ceremonies.

Virginia rowan private midwife in Bexhill
Relationship-based continuity of care midwife consultation with expectant mother at home
Coverage Area

Where I can support you

I support families across East Sussex, including Brighton and Hove, Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven, Eastbourne and Hastings.

I also cover parts of West Sussex, including Worthing, Horsham, Haywards Heath and Shoreham.

Kent and Surrey may be possible depending on your location, your due date and my availability.

If you are nearby, get in touch and I’ll let you know what is possible.

Let’s talk about what support would feel right for you

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Independent midwife Virginia's training includes craniosacral therapy, breech birth, biomechanics for birth, placenta remedies and birth trauma support