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Doula Support
Birth & postpartum doula
Congratulations!
While reading this I imagine you (or your partner) is pregnant and going through a lot of changes on a physical, mental and emotional level. This pivotal period in your life involves many transitions during your pregnancy, birth and postpartum period.
As our society has become more individual and at the same time less personal, I believe that every mother (to be) deserves personalized support as she desires.
A doula’s role is to get to know you and your wishes, to provide practical information and tools for you (and your partner) during your pregnancy. During your birth your Doula will be there continuously to support you (in a non-medical way) while working with everyone involved to provide you with the most positive experience possible based on your personal wishes.
As your Doula I will use all my knowledge, training and experience to help you (and your partner) feel supported, comfortable and confident to make informed choices during your whole birthing journey; from start to end and beyond.
What’s next
Let’s meet!
Feel free to contact me to arrange a (free of charge) meetup to share your wishes and I can tell you more about how I can support you in your journey.
Than if we both decide to work together, We’ll meet several times to further go over your birth wishes and questions that you might have. I’ll offer you (and your partner) information and demonstrate tools that can help you relax and stay connected with your body and your baby while managing discomforts that might arise during you process.
Meanwhile you can always contact me for any questions you might have.
Starting week 37 I will be ‘on call’ 24/7 and when you think labor has started you contact me and we discuss when you like me to come over.
Ones I’m with you I won’t leave your side until you have birthed your baby unless off course you ask me to. I will stay a few hours after birth if you like me to.
Later I will come visit you, to see how you and your baby are doing and if you would like to talk about your experience.
As a postpartum Doula I can also offer you and your family specialized support in your home. Postpartum Support in The Netherlands generally starts after the ‘Kraamzorg’ leaves. My role is to support your family with emphasis on ‘mothering the mother’ so you can gently transition into your new role as a (new) mother. In our modern society there is less support for new mothers and at the same time many women experience more pressure from society to ‘bounce back’ fast! Studies have shown that when a woman feels fully supported in her (new) role as a mother it has a positive and long-lasting impact on her and her baby’s wellbeing and development and even lower the risk of developing postpartum depression.
The support I offer can take many forms
depending on your needs and can include a freshly cooked meal that supports your postpartum recovery, a foot massage, nourishing tea and treats so you can focus on nurturing your baby. I’ll step in where needed, tend to your baby while you’re in the shower or taking a nap and can listen to you while you or your partner reflect on your experience. Your family is unique so I provide flexible care to fit your needs at that time.
Birth & Postpartum Doula Packages
Prepping for Birth & Postpartum
- 1 intake
- 3 in person meetings to prepare for birth
- Books and material available for you to read/use
- Access to my network of specialists
- Help with creating your birth & postpartum plan
- Available via phone or text for questions
- 2 postpartum visits
- 15% Discount for other WELL services
PACKAGE EUR 750,-
(incl.taxes //excl travel/parking)
Note: This package does NOT include my presence during birth.
Wonderful Birth
- 1 intake
- 2 prenatal sessions at your home or WELL studio
- Books and material available for you to use
- Access to my network of specialists
- Help with creating your birth plan
- Available via phone or text for questions
- Starting 38 weeks; on call 24/07
- Present at birth from start untill few hours after your baby is born
- 2 postpartum visits
- 10% Discount for other WELL services
PACKAGE EUR 1650,-
(incl.taxes //excl travel/parking)
Wonderful Birth & Beyond
- 1 intake
- 3 prenatal sessions at your home or WELL studio
- Available for questions via phone or app
- Starting 38 weeks; on call 24/07
- Help with creating your birthplan
- Present at birth from start till 2 hrs after
- 3 postpartum sessions
- Relaxing massage
- Books and material available for you to use
- Access to my network of specialists
- 20% Discount for extra WELL services
PACKAGE EUR 1850,-
(incl.taxes //excl travel/parking)
WONDERFUL POSTPARTUM
3 x 2,5 hr Mothering the Mother Sessions at your home personally designed to fit your (and your families) needs. Can include the following:
- Freshly cooked and served postpartum meals
- Nourishing tea and treats
- A listening ear without judgement for you and your partner
- Relaxing head, belly or foot massage
- Moxa heat treatment
- Belly binding
- A moment for yourself to nap/ shower while your baby is cared for
- Books and material available for you to read/use
- Available for questions via mail or whatsapp
- Access to my network of specialists
- 15% Discount for other WELL services
PACKAGE EUR 485,-
(ex travel/parking costs)
Contact me for questions or schedule a free call to explore the possibilities
Generally parents contact me for birth/Postpartum support in the 2rd trimester so we have loads of time to get to know each other and your wishes. No matter how early or far you are, always feel free to contact me so we can explore what services best support you on your journey.
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Happy clients
I was fortunate to attend “honoring the creative journey into motherhood” workshop with Eline. Through the sessions I was able to contemplate and reflect on my emotional, mental, and physical journey of becoming a mother. I was able to connect with my body in a safe way where I was able to freely express myself. Eline was a great support while guiding me and my fellow mothers through the journey. – R.
Attending a workshop with Eline was a life changing experience for me. I had internalised a lot within my body due to a birth that didn’t go as planned and Eline’s work helped me learn tools to deal with that. In addition to unpacking feelings, emotions and sensations, I brought home some art that I made that I still use as a resource – Sara