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Miranda Sykes, an independent midwife in London.

Supporting hundreds of women, family & friends over the past decade is the inspiration behind Midwife Miranda.

Over the years I have witnessed the pressures, changes and gaps in maternity services, no more so than since the global pandemic. â€‹ My experience as a specialist midwife for mental health has further highlighted the increasing needs of both women and their families. This became the driving force behind my decision to establish a service that aligns with the values upheld by independent midwives in London, focusing on personalised and continuous care.

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The opportunity to go part-time in 2021 gave me the final push I needed, and that's when Midwife Miranda began.

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Midwife Miranda logo with two circles resembling a breast and nipple

My unique blend of midwifery, lactation and mental health skills allows me to provide a truly comprehensive and holistic one-stop shop of support for women and families from conception to early parenthood.

Services

Since qualifying with a first-class degree from Kings College London in 2014, I have worked across all areas of the maternity service, as both a community and hospital midwife covering antenatal, postnatal, and labour care.

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I am committed to providing the highest standard of care possible and have undertaken many courses outside of the NHS to support this, including counselling and trauma intervention, hypnobirthing, and am now a qualified international board certified lactation consultant and accredited tongue-tie assessor. You can see a full list of my qualifications here.

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Alongside my work with the NHS and private consultancy, I also teach group antenatal classes and lead workshops on scenario planning and how best to prepare for a positive birth. Previously I taught for The Bump Class, and I am currently part of the brilliant Four Mamas team, running pre and post-birth retreats. My approach reflects the ethos of independent midwives in London, offering compassionate, personalised care tailored to each family’s needs.

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Photograph of Miranda Sykes, an independent midwife in London, conducting an abdominal palpation of a pregnant woman in her third trimester at home on her sofa
Photograph of a baby being delivered by caesarian section by two doctors who are wearing gowns in an operating theatre
A new born baby yawning - delivered by independent midwives in London.

As featured in.

My work as a private midwife and lactation consultant has been featured in a range of publications and media platforms, recognised for her compassionate, evidence-based approach to pregnancy, birth and infant feeding. My voice is often sought on topics including perinatal mental health, continuity of care and the realities of modern maternity support.

Lizzie and Casper, 2024.

Lactation Support

"I knew that I wanted to work with Miranda the minute we met. She is kind, knowledgeable and willing to help with any questions or concerns pre and post birth."

"She explained the complex topic of breastfeeding to both myself and my partner in a manner that was easy to understand and non-judgemental. I would recommend Miranda to any mothers who need an extra helping hand during an incredible but overwhelming time in those early days and beyond."

Affiliations.

I am fully qualified and professionally registered, with memberships across leading midwifery and lactation organisations. My work is grounded in up-to-date training, clinical experience and a strong network of trusted professional bodies.

Nursing and Midwifery Council logo which is the regulatory body that Miranda Sykes is governed by
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Royal College of Nursing logo which is the professional body that provides Miranda Sykes with indemnity insurance
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