Are you a new doula, lactation consultant, antenatal educator, or birth worker feeling stuck when it comes to getting clients? Or maybe you’ve been in business for a while but bookings have slowed right down — and you're wondering what you're doing wrong.

In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, Niamh Cassidy — IBCLC, antenatal educator, and business coach for birth workers — shares the three most important actions you can take today to start building momentum and growing your client base. These are practical, low-barrier strategies that don’t require a big budget, a slick website or thousands of followers.

You'll learn:

• Why networking (without the ick!) is your secret superpower
• How to use your existing connections to spark referrals
• Simple tips to help you show up consistently on social media without getting stuck in perfectionism
• What kind of content actually helps build trust and attracts your ideal clients
• The real reason most birth workers get stuck — and how to avoid that trap

Whether you’re brand new or trying to revive a quiet season in your business, this episode is full of gentle but effective encouragement to help you get visible and stay in motion.

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

Are you struggling to turn your passion into a profitable business? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with Rachel Smith, founder of the Get More Clients Academy and a transformational business coach helping female entrepreneurs scale to consistent £5K months.

Rachel shares her journey from traditional employment to building a flexible, fulfilling business after becoming a parent. We dive into the mindset shifts, strategies, and practical steps birthworkers need to move from inconsistent income to a sustainable, thriving business.

🔹 The common mistakes that keep birthworkers stuck at 1-2K months
🔹 Why passion alone isn’t enough—and what to do about it
🔹 The key business foundations that create consistent income
🔹 How to balance meaningful work with financial sustainability

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why aren’t more people booking my services?” or “How do I make my business work for me?”—this episode is a must-listen!

📢 DM us on Instagram (@preg_and_postnatal_collective) and let us know your biggest takeaway!

Want Rachels 5K Roadmap? Get is for free here

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

Do you ever feel like time just slips away? Do tasks take far longer than you expected, leaving you overwhelmed and behind schedule? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I dive into the struggle of time blindness—a common challenge for birthworkers, business owners, and anyone juggling multiple responsibilities.

I share my personal experiences with underestimating time, including a major wake-up call when I took back full control of editing this podcast. I’ll walk you through the eye-opening strategies I’ve developed to manage time more effectively, plan my week with more accuracy, and stop feeling constantly behind.

If you struggle with time management, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you structure your workdays, avoid overload, and feel more in control of your schedule.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What time blindness is and how it affects your productivity
✔️ Why birthworkers (especially those with ADHD or in perimenopause) may struggle with it
✔️ My personal experience with underestimating time and the impact it had on my work
✔️ Key strategies to improve time management, including:

• Tracking your tasks in real time
• Weekly and daily planning with buffer time
• The ‘three tasks per day’ rule to avoid overload
• Breaking tasks into clear, manageable steps
• A simple action plan to help you take control of your time today

Resources & Next Steps:
🔹 Get on the waitlist for The NEST programme if you want to improve your productivity and run your business more efficiently: HERE
🔹 Connect with me on Instagram: @preg_and_postnatal_collective – DM me or tag me in your stories if you're implementing these strategies!
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The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here