Supporting Motherhood with Care
About Me
Hello!
I am Anika, an NMC Registered Midwife dedicated to providing calm, expert, and unhurried care. My journey began with a BSc (Hons) in Midwifery from the University of Brighton in 2020. Since then, I have worked across busy hospital wards, birth centres, and community settings. This breadth of experience has taught me one thing: the safest and most transformative care happens when a mother feels truly seen, heard, and respected.
In addition to my clinical experience, I hold qualifications in:
Hypnobirthing
Biomechanics for birth
NIPE (Newborn Infant Physical Examination)
Three-Step Rewind
I am committed to clinical excellence and am currently completing Advanced Tongue Tie Training with Carmelle Gentle, alongside working towards my International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) qualification.
I am particularly passionate about homebirth and have had the honour of supporting many families to safely birth in the comfort and security of their own homes. There’s something truly magical about being part of a family’s decision to bring their baby into the world in a space where they feel most empowered and at ease.
I focus on nurturing each mother’s unique journey, combining expert care with compassionate support. One of my core values is continuity of care. I believe that forming a trusting and personal relationship with you throughout your pregnancy, birth, and beyond is key to providing the best possible care.
Philosophy of Care
As a private midwife, my philosophy of care is built upon the foundation of trust, respect, and empowerment. I believe that pregnancy, birth, and the transition to motherhood are special journeys, one that should be honoured with dignity, autonomy, and respectful support.
Your Midwifery Care
I am committed to elevating your experience of midwifery care by providing a personalised approach that empowers you with confidence. By fostering a relationship rooted in trust and respect, I offer care that is as unique as you are, always prioritising your values, preferences, and well-being.
Physiology of Birth
At the heart of my practice lies a deep respect and trust for the natural physiology of birth. I believe in your body’s inherent wisdom, and trust in the powerful connection between you and your baby. My approach minimizes unnecessary interventions, honouring your body and choices. Should the need arise, I bring the full breadth of my skills and knowledge to support and guide as little or as much as you want, stepping in only when necessary to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Empowerment Through Knowledge: Informed Decisions
I believe in providing you with all the information you need to make the decisions that align with you. Empowerment comes from understanding your options and being fully aware of the potential benefits and risks of each choice. You deserve to have all the tools to make the decisions that best suit your needs, and I will support you in understanding each aspect of your journey. Your choices will always be honoured, respected, and supported. I value offering you informed-choice and independent advice.
Personalised Care
Your journey is personal, profound, and transformative. It is my honour to be your midwife in this special experience. This is a transformative journey, and you deserve the time, space, and support to experience it fully. Through a philosophy of care grounded in trust, empowerment, and respect for the natural processes of birth, I am here to guide, support, and celebrate with you every step of the way.
Contact
Supporting your motherhood journey.
Our Primary Service Areas:
Walthamstow, North & East London, and the surrounding Essex and Hertfordshire borders (up to a 60-minute driving radius).
North & East London / Essex Borders: Walthamstow (E17), Wanstead & Snaresbrook (E11), South Woodford (E18), Woodford Green (IG8), Chingford (E4), Stoke Newington (N16), Highgate (N6), Muswell Hill (N10), Crouch End (N8), Hackney (E8, E5), Romford (RM1, RM2, RM7),
West Essex: Loughton (IG10), Chigwell (IG7), Buckhurst Hill (IG9), Epping (CM16), Waltham Abbey (EN9), Brentwood (CM14, CM15), Woodford Bridge (IG8).
Hertfordshire Borders: St Albans (AL1, AL3), Hertford (SG13, SG14), Ware (SG12), Broxbourne (EN10), Hoddesdon (EN11), Cheshunt (EN7, EN8).
South East Border: Greenwich (SE10), Blackheath (SE3), Bexleyheath (DA6, DA7).
hello@supportingmotherhood.com
+44 7706191892
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Registered in England and Wales: Companies House number: 16712033
Supporting Motherhood provides specialist private midwifery care and Tongue-Tie Division. I offer personalised guidance, breastfeeding support, and reassurance for new parents at every step.
Your Safety & Care:
Anika Riesen, RM: NMC Registered Midwife.
CQC Registered: For Tongue-Tie Division (via The Natal Network).
Fully Insured: Specialist clinical cover via Zest (Birth care), RCN (Antenatal/Postnatal), and Westminster (Lactation/Tongue-Tie).
Member: Association of Tongue Tie Practitioners (ATP)