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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the best experience I have had when it comes to real experiential learning . You come away with not only knowledge in your mind you gain embodiment of the knowledge of what it takes to be a su... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a trained Midwife & left NHS a few years ago. Always missed my job but not the NHS. I came across Nickita Stark while she was being interviewed & as soon as I heard what she was offering i knew i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot begin to explain just how invaluable Nickita from When Push Comes To Shove has been in supporting myself and my partner for preparing for the arrival of our first baby and the difficult circ... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When Push Comes to Shove is such a great course run by the wonderful Nickita and I feel so blessed to have met this amazing, super knowledgeable lady and her community of beautiful, supportive wom... See more

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When push comes to shove is an EBE award nominated maternity service. Founded by Nickita Starck. We are an alternative maternity structure. We are NICE stakeholders and are associated with The World Council For Health We specialise in birth physiology and birth rights. We provide outstanding birth education. From Doula services and online birth workshop programmes to Independent Midwife referrals and PSHE education for children. When Push Comes To Shove see you as an individual, not a statistic. The term 'Risk' is relative and we ensure quality education so you are able to understand why you are being labeled 'high risk' and what your choices are. We are an advocacy service set to ensure your wishes are respected during birth. Informed consent is key and sadly we hear all too many accounts of this not being practiced. We provide evidence based information so you can make an informed decision about your birth.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve had a 1:1 session with Nikita and…

I’ve had a 1:1 session with Nikita and she is an amazing human!! She really is so special, she was very informative, knew what she was talking about and not one bit judgemental which is what I’ve always been scared about when speaking out. Would highly recommend anyone carrying birth trauma to reach out to Nikita x

February 19, 2022
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Oh what a beautiful review. That is so heartfelt. Thank you so much for taking the time to write that xx

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so grateful

I am so grateful. The information available from these women is invaluable. Everything is about you and your baby and shifting from fear. With all the knowledge you need to make the best informed choices for you. Lots of support in the awakened birth telegram group 💚

February 15, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Supportive, informative, encouraging.

Such a supportive community. Nikita and the team care ever so much about their clients and members of their WPCTS community. They provide insightful information which is hard to come by elsewhere and it means I have left my encounters with them encouraged and more empowered. So glad to have come across these gems in the birthworld.

February 14, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best doula ever!

When push comes to shove has been the best thing that I have come across since I found out I'm pregnant! It's been a lifesaver as I have learnt so much and Nickita has been super supportive and an angel!
I'm ever so grateful for the help, care, support, advice and definitely priceless guidance she has offered me! I can rely on her anytime which means everything in this period! Can't wait to give birth which is so close now :)))

February 14, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A brilliant and true support for women…

A brilliant and true support for women and families looking for support both within and outside of the conventional maternity system.
Nikita is well informed and generous with evidence centered information and her huge heart.

As a midwife I really support the work she does.

February 14, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Midwife Lifeboat (lifesaver!)

I recently attended the Midwife lifeboat course with Nakita. The course was amazing! It made me realise there is a future for me to care for women and families in a way they truly deserve, outside of the broken NHS system. The course covered aspects of law, psychological birth, self improvement and skills required to build a business. It was so much more than I expected. I met likeminded midwives. It’s given me confidence and renewed my passion for true midwifery. I’m excited for the future and to be part of a much needed maternity revolution!

February 13, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a trained Midwife & left NHS a few years ago…

I am a trained Midwife & left NHS a few years ago. Always missed my job but not the NHS. I came across Nickita Stark while she was being interviewed & as soon as I heard what she was offering i knew it was something I wanted to be part of. I booked my place on the midwife lifeboat course & training was fantastic. Nickita has provided a great platform to inspire, coach & support Doulas & give great advice & guidance on setting up a business. Love the ethos & what we are striving to offer pregnant women going forward. Excited to get everything set up to begin.

February 13, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Since day One Nickita has been like a…

Since day One Nickita has been like a beacon of light for me at a time when I desperately needed it.
Feeling lost within the world of midwifery as it currently stands, I found myself feeling lost and without direction.
Nickita was so lovely and kind and reassuring and helped me to at least have hope that there definitely is another way....

Her courses introduced the world of being a birth assistant, guardian in such a beautiful way and she introduced us to everything from looking after ourselves, first and foremost and figuring how we use our Gifts to assist our ladies and just understanding the beauty of natural birth and our ability to be with women as we had always wanted to.

Nickitas course is a Godsend and I would highly recommend her course to open up yourself to the fact that there really is another way.
Simply Amazing 💜👏💫

February 13, 2022
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What a beautiful, heart felt review Beverley. Thank you so much for your kind words xx

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nickita is an absolute inspiration and…

Nickita is an absolute inspiration and all the skills I have learned from her have been invaluable. I was part of her January doula/birthkeeper course and found it enlightening. The community that she is creating in incredible and will be crucial in helping to empower women all over the world

February 13, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful resource for any expectant…

Wonderful resource for any expectant mother.
Nikita is very supportive and also provides brilliant coaching for anyone , be it a doula, birth worker or interested parent. She also provides valuable information with regards to our rights in the system.
I would not hesitate to recommend 'when push comes to shove' to anyone.

February 13, 2022
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Thank you so much Mike! Very grateful for your support

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An exceptional 4 day birth doula course

I attended the 4 day Doula course in January. I'm an ex midwife who left the profession a number of years ago.
Nickita, who runs the course, is truly inspirational; she is passionate, knowledgeable and has a gift for communicating and inspiring others.
The course was so much more than I expected. It was a journey of self discovery and development as well as covering the normal physiology of birth, medical terminology, possible complications/risks, interventions, the microbiome, psychological aspects of pregnancy and birth and legal issues.
There was an extraordinary amount of content in a short course with plenty of information and advice for further learning and development.
Nickita's passion is infectious. It has been a life changing course for me and I highly recommend it to others, you will not be disappointed and it's worth every penny.

February 13, 2022
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What a beautiful review! That has blown me away! Thank you so much xx

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I took the doula course with Nickita in…

I took the doula course with Nickita in January. Having taken another course previously, I definitely would recommend this one, it covers so much ground that others simply don't.

If you see yourself being the kind of doula that is willing to stand up and be counted and advocate for the women you work with, this is the course for you.

February 13, 2022
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Thank you so much for your kind review. I am delighted to hear you got so much out of it! x

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently completed when push comes to…

I recently completed when push comes to shove course. Have to say one of the most enlightening and transformative experiences of my life .
For any women wanting to empower themselves either pre pregnancy or indeed after I highly recommend this course

February 13, 2022
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding maternity company!

Outstanding maternity company!
I did the digital antenatal course online which was incredible. Because of the info I got on the course, I was able to have an amazing, empowering birth.
I also booked a 1-1 with Nickita. There was NO judgement, no 'you aren't allowed' this that and the other. Just a lovely experience. She gave me the tools to ensure I had the birth experience I wanted instead of being set up to fail by the system

February 13, 2022
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