Rosie is a real guru when it comes to childbirth
Troon mum of six is a Daisy expert
Mum- of- six Rosie Woods is South Ayrshire’s own pregnancy guru.
Her first birth saw her induced and needing an epidural while her most recent baby came in 15 minutes before the midwife even arrived. Rosie coaches motherstobe throughout the months leading up to birth with a special programme called the Daisy method.
The 33- year- old, of Troon, recently made the shortlist for antenatal teacher of the year at a recent MaMa conference awards in Glasgow.
Her Daisy Foundation executive director Sian Gilmartin, of Stewarton, however triumphed in the awards.
Rosie has five girls and one boy aged 11, 10, nine, five and three.
She juggles being a mother with running Daisy classes and familyfriendly cafe Teapots & Tiny Tots in Troon. She used the Daisy method for her last two kids and said it “revolutionised” the way she gave birth. Mums taking part are affectionately called Daisies and form a close knit support group as they prepare for their child’s arrival.
Rosie said: “I see women who are utterly terrified of birth in the first class become calm and confident in just the space of a few classes and go on to have the positive birth that is right for them. It is so rewarding and makes this just the best job in the world.”
She advises mothers to “listen to their own instincts” and said her classes help “empower” them.
She teaches yoga inspired movements, which help the baby get into the best womb position for the big day. Helping mums socialise with other women on the pregnancy journey is also a major part of the programme. Relieving pregnancy symptoms and breathing techniques are also on the agenda.
Rosie who has been teaching classes for six years said it is targeted at females who wish to give birth in hospital or at home.
She said she was delighted Sian has snapped up the Maternity Innovator of the year award. Rosie said: “I couldn’t be prouder that Sian was recognised in this way.”
As a single mum, claiming tax credits so she could return to work, Sian Gilmartin took over the Lazy Daisy business in 2013, turning it into The Daisy Foundation.
Sian said: “This award is not about me, it’s about the fabulous network of Daisy teachers who work so hard to support mums and dads through the tough challenges of pregnancy and parenthood.
“The value of the reassurance that mums get when they return with their baby to see a familiar face, someone who has supported you throughout pregnancy and understands your needs, is hard to overestimate.”