The Midwife's Cwtch
Hello
Hi, I’m Rhi, a registered midwife, mum, and founder of The Midwife's Cwtch. I believe preparing for birth is about feeling informed, supported, and confident as you step into one of life's biggest transitions; not just about learning how labour works and how to bath a baby.
Whether I'm teaching an antenatal course or workshop, visiting a family, leading a Cwtch Walk or dancing at Cwtch and Boogies, my goal is always the same: to help you feel like you don't have to do this alone.
For almost 11 years, I’ve supported families through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood, combining evidence-based information with warm, personalised care that continues long after the course or appointment has finished.
My Background
I'm a local gal - born in Nevill Hall Hospital, went to Llangattock Primary School and Crickhowell High School, before training to a Registered Midwife (NMC) at Cardiff University. Most clinical placements - and all of my career within the health board - in Nevill Hall Hospital and in North Monmouthshire, caring for local families through pregnancy, labour, and those first precious days with their babies.
Over the years I've supported hundreds of families in both hospital (antenatally, in labour and postnatally) and most recently in the community, and every one has reminded me that no two journeys into parent hood are the same.
More recently I've discovered a love of baby wearing and completed training with Slingababy so I can confidently support families to carry their babies safely and comfortably.
Why The Midwife's Cwtch?
When I became a community midwife, I saw first-hand how many parents felt isolated, rushed, or unsure during this life-changing transition; appointments were short, support often ended just as confidence began to grow.
Parents told me they wished they had someone they could ask the questions that came afterwards, someone who already knew their story.
When I became a mum myself, that belief became even stronger and that's why I created The Midwife's Cwtch.
A place where evidence-based education sits alongside genuine relationships, where preparing for birth is only the beginning, and where parents can build a village that lasts long after their baby arrives.
A bit about me...
My husband and I met through our university A Cappella Society and now live in Little Mill with our lively three-year-old daughter.
We spend lots of time exploring the local countryside (usually with neighbours dog in tow).
I love a good audiobook and like to make sure a cup of tea isn't too far away!
What matters to me...
Everything I offer is guided by a few simple principles.
💚 Every family deserves to feel heard.
💚 Information should empower, never overwhelm.
💚 Birth is personal, there is no "right" way to do it.
💚 Support shouldn't end once your baby arrives.
💚 Community matters.