Personalised Midwifery Care

Your Birth, Your Way

Independent Midwife in Bedfordshire | Nicola Ward | Your Birth, Your Way

Independent, relationship-based maternity care in Bedfordshire and surrounding counties

Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m Nicola Ward, an experienced independent midwife dedicated to supporting you throughout pregnancy, birth and the fourth trimester. If you’re looking for unhurried, consistent, compassionate care from someone who truly knows you, you’re in the right place.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by short, rushed appointments?

Are you seeking a birth experience where you’re truly listened to, your choices respected and your care deeply personalised?

You deserve more than a system. You deserve a relationship, one that builds trust, calm and confidence from your first appointment through to your baby’s first smile.

With continuous care from a known midwife, you’ll feel safe, seen and empowered, not just during birth, but in every step of your journey into parenthood.

Kind words

“A big thank you for helping make our birth experience a joy to remember.  Our success at breast feeding is down to you!  Keep up the good work!”

“Thank you for being such a great source of support to me.  I was so lucky to get a midwife that was so in tune with me - you are such a great role model.”

“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the most amazing support you gave us during the birth of our daughter.  We couldn’t have achieved such a beautiful birth without you.  We will forever be grateful that you were a part of our journey.  You are amazing!”

FAQ

  • I cover an area approximately 60 minutes drive from my home in Central Bedfordshire. Including surrounding counties Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Northamptonshire.

  • Yes, I am legally required to have insurance. I am insured to provide both antenatal and postnatal care through the Royal College of Nursing (RCN). For labour care, my insurance is provided through SK Underwriting Ltd via my ZEST registration and this insurance also enables me to attend births in hospital in a non-clinical role.

  • Absolutely, I work collaboratively with the NHS and will refer and liaise with the NHS (with your consent) when required. If you have chosen to have screening tests such as ultrasound scans and blood tests, I would recommend that you access these via your local NHS maternity unit by dual booking care with me and the NHS. Alternatively you may choose to access private ultrasound scans and blood tests and I can signpost you to these services.

  • Yes I do offer an instalment plan and I am happy to discuss options with you. I do ask that payment has been made in full by the time you are 37 weeks pregnant and I start my on-call for you.