Óisín Schots

This photo is of my daughter and I about 24hrs after her birth. I had hired a doula for this experience and I think the relaxed happy expression says it all!

My name is Óisín Schots and I am the founder of RosyBirths.
I am a mother to two fantastic kids, living in the south of Co. Kerry, Ireland. I found myself on the path to become a doula shortly after the birth of my second child when I got to experience first-hand the support of a doula and realised how transformative it could be, especially in our busy maternity system. I live in a very rural area with limited birth setting options and minimal antenatal support, so I am very familiar with the added stresses this can cause during pregnancy.

It means a lot to me when I am able to help others, I’m described by friends and family as being the one to call in a crisis. I particularly enjoy helping mothers and their partners get the best start in their new life, and would love to see every new mum feeling empowered by her birth experience.

I have an absolute love of learning and as such keep myself very up-to-date on current research, and will always strive to ensure I am providing clients with information which is evidence based. My passion for teaching is also shown in my antenatal classes, where I hope to make a difference to the wider community by ensuring everyone knows all their options when it comes to pregnancy and birth. I follow Evidence Based Birth and take frequent trainings with them, and I have a strong interest in pregnancy and postpartum mental health challenges. I love to see women and their families receiving support in whatever form they need, and have huge respect for the midwives and other health professionals who work so hard to provide that hands-on support in maternity care. As a doula and childbirth educator I see my role as one of emotional support and information giving.