What is the difference between a birth doula and a midwife?

Midwives provide medical care and are responsible for the clinical safety of mother and baby. A birth doula provides non-medical support, focusing on emotional reassurance, physical comfort, and continuous presence. In Amsterdam, doulas and midwives often work alongside each other, offering complementary support during birth.

Is a birth doula allowed in hospitals in Amsterdam?

Yes. Birth doulas are allowed in Amsterdam hospitals, birth centers, and home births. I support you wherever you choose to give birth — whether at home, in a birth center, or in a hospital. The role of a doula in hospitals is particularly important to navigate hospital policies, keeping you and your partner grounded in a medical environment.

When should I hire a birth doula?

Many families start looking for a birth doula in the second trimester, but you can hire a doula at any stage of pregnancy. The earlier we connect, the more time we have to build trust, prepare together, and explore your wishes for birth.

Do you support home birth, birth center, and hospital birth?

Yes. As a birth doula in Amsterdam, I support: • Home births • Birth center births • Hospital births My support adapts to your chosen setting while remaining focused on your birth plan, offering physical comfort, emotional support, and helping you feel safe and confident.

Can my partner still be involved if I have a doula?

Absolutely. A birth doula supports both the birthing person and the partner. Many partners feel relieved having a doula present, as it reduces pressure and offers guidance during intense moments. I encourage partners to stay involved in ways that feel right for them.

Do you replace my partner during birth?

No. A doula does not replace a partner. I work with your partner, offering reassurance, practical guidance, and space when needed, so they can remain present, supported, and connected throughout the birth.

What kind of support do you offer during labour?

During labour, I offer: • Emotional reassurance and encouragement • Physical comfort support (breathing guidance, positioning, touch if welcomed) • Continuous presence throughout labour and birth • Support with communication and decision-making • A calm, grounding presence during intense moments

Do you provide medical advice or pain relief?

No. As a birth doula, I do not provide medical advice or administer medical pain relief. I offer non-medical comfort measures and help you understand information shared by your care providers, so you can make informed decisions that feel right for you.

Do you help with Birth Plans?

Yes. I support you in exploring your preferences and preparing a birth plan that reflects your wishes, values, and flexibility. Birth plans are a communication tool — my role is to help you feel informed and confident, whatever unfolds.

Do you work with first time parents?

Yes. Many of the families I support are expecting their first baby. First births can feel exciting, overwhelming, and unknown. My role is to walk beside you, answer questions, and help you feel supported as you prepare for birth.

Are doula services covered by basic Dutch health insurance in Amsterdam?

Birth doula services are usually not covered by basic Dutch health insurance. I believe anyone deserves a doula, I therefore invite open and transparent conversations about fees, payment plans, and possibilities.

How do I know if you are the right birth doula for me?

Choosing a birth doula is a very personal decision. I offer an introductory call so we can meet, talk, and see if there is a sense of trust and connection. Feeling safe, heard, and comfortable with your doula is essential.

How can I book an first meeting with you?

You can contact me directly through my website to schedule a free introductory call. From there, we explore your needs, answer questions, and see if working together feels aligned.

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I am an experienced Birth Doula in Amsterdam, supporting families throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum with continuous, personalized care. Whether you’re planning your first birth or seeking a calm, empowered experience, I am here to support your journey in any setting (home, hospital, birth center). I would love to connect and hear how I can support your journey.

BIRTH DOULA IN AMSTERDAM
SUPPORT FOR PREGNANCY, LABOR AND POSTPARTUM

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What Is a Doula?

The word doula means “one who serves”. To me, a Birth Doula is in service to Life itself — supporting its unfolding with reverence, presence, and trust. This is sacred work, as ancient as the Earth. My mission as a doula is restoring birth as a physiological event and a profound empowering moment for women.

Why hiring me as your doula?

You value by your side a calm presence, someone that gives you encouragement, that you can trust will stand by your choices and advocate for them even in critical circumstances
You want to create a support for your Partner, so that he feels confident and part of your pregnancy and childbirth
You want to feel confident that, as your labor starts, your space is held so that you can focus on meeting your baby

Hiring Me as Your Birth Doula in Amsterdam — Step by step process

STEP 1- Schedule a free introduction call or an in person meeting via email — share your due date, days of the week and time you are available and if you prefer a video call or an in person meeting. I always wish to be able to meet all the women that reach out to me, however, knowing your due date right away helps me in directing you to another doula and shorten your waiting time if I am not able to take on another client. This is a mutual investment of time and it is important for you to collect all the information you need: I am willing to invest time so that you walk away with a clear sense of completion.

TIPS to prepare: consider this as a space to connect with each other and see if this path feels right (know that your partner, if you are not a single mom, is welcome too!). Come with any sort of question about my education, my experiences and anything else of a more personal nature that can help you in having a sense of who I am. Also be prepared to share a little more about yourself. The first meeting is a "chemistry meeting" but also a "business meeting"exploring my Doula Packages before the meeting is a good way to direct some of your questions and help you clarify what may feel more appealing for you.

STEP 2 - Decision making: We will talk openly about the time you may need to come up to a decision, in my experience it varies from an instant "yes", to "I'll let it sink for some time". Hiring a doula is a big decision, so you want to take your time without feeling pressured. I take on a limited number of births per month so that I can serve with full devotion. If you feel that I might be your person, let me know!

STEP 3 - Hiring Process: The moment you reach back to me — I will confirm that I am still available and if not I would be happy to refer you to another doula. When available we will discuss about your preferred package and the payment structure (see below) — I will send you the contract within 24 hours. The contract is due signing within 3 business days and is followed by a retainer fee that secures me as your Doula.

What happens once you hire me?

Handouts, Videos and Prenatal Intake Form: I will share with you the video classes, part of the handouts included in your package and your Prenatal Intake Form.
Scheduling Prenatal Visits: I will schedule the sessions based on our availabilities — during the first visit we will look into a possible calendar that suits you and your partner, aiming to our last session before week 36. While I serve you as a doula, we will connect via what's app and as the On Call time starts (week 37 until baby is born) we will talk more regularly, to make sure you feel held and supported and I am up to date on any changes and conversations with your midwives.

What happens after birth?

I will be with you for a few hours during the immediate postpartum, regardless the birth setting and I will be available for the first 2 weeks after childbirth for any questions you may have.

I will come to visit you and your family while the Kraamzorg is present to have an opportunity to connect again, share about your birth experience and process what feels still open. Depending on the package you have chosen this meeting will include Postpartum Care (minimum 3hr Home Visit).

Each package is designed to meet you where you are — with care, wisdom, and presence, however, if you feel that something is missing, I would be happy to have a conversation to understand how to better meet your needs.

I serve the Dutch and Expat Community in and around Amsterdam in English and Italian.

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Ayurvedic Birth Doula Support

This offering weaves together Ayurveda, traditional wisdom, and doula presence - supporting you from pregnancy through the sacred threshold of birth, offering you the possibility to create your own postpartum nest. This package suits women that would like to integrate a more holistic approach to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.

What’s Included

6 x 2-Hour Sessions (tailored to your needs, here some areas to explore):

Prenatal Intake session (always)
Gestational guidance: nutrition, lifestyle, herbal remedies per trimester, womb-centered practices (yoni pichu, yoni steaming, basti, perineal & breast massage)
Preparing for the "4th Trimester": Ayurvedic postpartum rituals and self-care practices
Birth Vision & Plan: Envision your birth preferences, write your birth plan, and connect with your baby and partner around childbirth.
Informed Choices: Lay the foundations to navigate labor, childbirth, and postpartum healing with clarity and confidence
Partner Workshop: comfort measures, massage, rebozo techniques, emotional presence during labor
Birth Story Processing: If you have given birth before, one session may be devoted to revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
Birth Loss Processing (Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Abortion) Processing: if you have experienced birth loss, one session may be devoted to revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
Womb listening session: connecting to your body, listen to the stories and release the fears
VBAC vs C-section session: if you are exploring the possibility to give birth vaginally after C-section we will explore together the important elements and you will be offered evidence based resources.

Labor & Birth Support

Continuous physical, emotional, and spiritual support during your labor, childbirth birth
On-call from week 37 onward, 24/7
Immediate postpartum presence (2–3 hours) with Ayurvedic comfort measures for mother and baby
Holistic & traditional tools: essential oils, acupressure sequence for natural induction, aromatherapy
Use of TENS machine and rebozo (available for your until childbirth)

Backup doula coverage, ensuring you are always supported
Unlimited WhatsApp/email contact throughout our time together
Handouts for pregnancy and birth preparation
Recipes and Handouts for postpartum care
Affirmation cards + art meditation materials (digital)
Access to 8 online pregnancy/postpartum video classes

Postpartum

Point of reference and reassurance during the first 2 weeks after childbirth (practical and immediate solutions or referrals)
1 Visit to reconnect, process your birth experience and say goodbye

€2.500,-

(€2.066,12 excl. BTW)

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First Time Mom - Birth Doula Support

This offering is for first time mothers who want to enter childbirth feeling grounded, empowered, and deeply connected. Through a series of intimate sessions, we weave womb-centered practices and doula guidance to support you in preparing for the sacred threshold of birth.

What’s Included

4 x 2-Hour Sessions (tailored to your needs, here some areas to explore):

Prenatal Intake session (always)
Birth Vision & Plan: Envision your birth preferences, write your birth plan, and connect with your baby and partner around childbirth.
Informed Choices: Lay the foundations to navigate labor, childbirth, and postpartum healing with clarity and confidence.
Partner Workshop: Teach your partner natural comfort measures for labor, including breath, massage, rebozo, and supportive positions.
Birth Loss Processing (Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Abortion) Processing: if you have experienced birth loss, one session may be devoted to revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
Womb listening session: connecting to your body, listen to the stories and release the fears

Labor & Birth Support

Continuous physical, emotional, and spiritual support during your labor and birth
On-call from week 37 onward, 24/7
Immediate postpartum presence
Use of TENS machine and rebozo (available for you until childbirth)

Backup doula coverage, ensuring you are always supported
Unlimited WhatsApp/email contact throughout our time together
Handouts
Affirmation cards + art meditation materials (digital)
Access to 8 online pregnancy/postpartum video classes

Postpartum

Point of reference and reassurance during the first 2 weeks after childbirth (practical and immediate solutions or referrals)
1 Visit to reconnect, process your birth experience and say goodbye

€2.100,-

(€1.735,54 excl. BTW)

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Second Time Mom Birth Doula Support

This offering is crafted for second time mothers that know the importance of a grounded and calm space for the unfolding of their birthing process. Hiring a doula for a second (or subsequent birth) is often motivated by a desire for a different, more supported, or more intentional experience than the first - or from having had a doula by your side already. While the first experience is about navigating the unknown, the subsequents are shaped by specific needs, either related to their growing family and how integrate toddlers and children in the process or avoid medical interventions (VBAC)

What’s Included

2 x 2-Hour Sessions (tailored to your needs):
Prenatal Intake session
Birth Vision & Plan: Envision your birth preferences, write your birth plan, and connect with your baby and partner around childbirth.
Partner Workshop: Teach your partner natural comfort measures for labor, including breath, massage, rebozo, and supportive positions.
Birth Story Processing: Revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
Womb listening session: connecting to your body, listen to the stories and release the fears.
Birth Loss Processing (Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Abortion) Processing: if you have experienced birth loss, one session may be devoted to revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
VBAC vs C-section session: if you are exploring the possibility to give birth vaginally after C-section we will explore together the important elements and you will be offered evidence based resources.

Labor & Birth Support

Continuous physical, emotional, and spiritual support during your labor and birth
On-call from the moment you hire me until labor, 24/7
Immediate postpartum presence
Use of TENS machine and rebozo (available for you until childbirth)
Backup doula coverage, ensuring you are always supported
Unlimited WhatsApp/email contact throughout our time together

Postpartum

Point of reference and reassurance during the first 2 weeks after childbirth (practical and immediate solutions or referrals)
1 Visit to reconnect, process your birth experience and say goodbye

€1.800,-

(€1.487,60 excl. BTW)

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Single Mom Birth Doula Support

Giving birth as single parent comes with a whole different set of challenges. While I encourage any expectant woman to reach out to their family members or closest friends to explore their eligibility as birth partner, I also recognise that especially for expats the logistics may be difficult. Having a calming presence during the latent stages of birth becomes vital when partner is not present, you can opt for adding a second doula to any of the offered packages, against a reduced fee of €50,-/hour.

€50/hour,-

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Transfer of Care - Change of Heart Birth Doula Support

This offering is crafted having in mind the special needs of women that for medical reasons are transferred to hospital care from week 37 onwards or that feel a sudden need for extra support last minute (from week 37 until week 41). Reasons for a transfer can be an induction or a change in the health of mom or baby. When this happens, women often experience a range of difficult emotions, mostly caused by a sudden change of their expected birthing experience. Navigating the shock and disappointment, the fear and the anxiety on their own and having to temporarily say good bye to their midwives places women in a space of limbo while navigating a different medical system. I will strive to make space for you and when my workload doesn't allow I will refer you to another doula.

What’s Included - 1 Prenatal Visit

Prenatal Intake + Processing and Redefine your Birth Plan: As your medical conditions change, so does your birth plan. I will support you in redefining your options and connect with your baby and partner around childbirth.
Visit with the medical team: I will be with you to advocate and support you in asking the right questions as you navigate the medical system.

Labor & Birth Support

Continuous physical, emotional, and spiritual support during your labor and birth
On-call from the moment you hire me until labor, 24/7
Immediate postpartum presence
Use of TENS machine and rebozo (available for you until childbirth)
Backup doula coverage, ensuring you are always supported
Unlimited WhatsApp/email contact throughout our time together

Postpartum

Point of reference and reassurance during the first 2 weeks after childbirth (practical and immediate solutions or referrals)
1 Visit to reconnect, process your birth experience and say goodbye

€1.500,-

(€1.239,67 excl. BTW)

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Birth Doula and Postpartum Care Support

This offering is for mothers and couples who want to enter childbirth with continuity of care during their Postpartum. Through a series of intimate sessions, we weave womb-centered practices and doula guidance to support you in preparing for the sacred threshold of birth.

What’s Included

4 x 2-Hour Sessions (tailored to your needs):

Prenatal Intake session
Birth Vision & Plan: Envision your birth preferences, write your birth plan, and connect with your baby and partner around childbirth.
Informed Choices: Lay the foundations to navigate labor, childbirth, and postpartum healing with clarity and confidence.
Partner Workshop: Teach your partner natural comfort measures for labor, including breath, massage, rebozo, and supportive positions.
Birth Story Processing: If you have given birth before, one session may be devoted to revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
Birth Loss Processing (Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Abortion) Processing: if you have experienced birth loss, one session may be devoted to revisiting and integrating that experience, especially if fears or unresolved emotions arise.
Womb listening session: connecting to your body, listen to the stories and release the fears
VBAC vs C-section session: if you are exploring the possibility to give birth vaginally after C-section we will explore together the important elements and you will be offered evidence based resources.

Labor & Birth Support

Continuous physical, emotional, and spiritual support during your labor and birth
On-call from week 37 onward, 24/7
Immediate postpartum presence and Ayurvedic care for mother
Use of TENS machine and rebozo (available for you until childbirth)

Backup doula coverage, ensuring you are always supported
Unlimited WhatsApp/email contact throughout our time together
Handouts
Affirmation cards + art meditation materials (digital)
Access to 8 online pregnancy/postpartum video classes

Postpartum

Point of reference and reassurance during the first 2 weeks after childbirth (practical and immediate solutions or referrals)
5 Home Visits Each 3-hour postpartum visit is a sanctuary for healing and may include:
- Birth Story Integration – A safe and gentle space to share your birth experience, to be witnessed and honored.
- Yoni Steaming or Sitz Bath – Herbal remedies to soothe and heal the perineum, reducing inflammation and promoting regeneration. Sitz Bath are recommended during the first days, while Yoni Steaming can start after day 10.
- Marma Therapy Massage – Gentle stimulation of vital energy points to support womb healing, digestion, bladder health, nervous system balance, and emotional grounding.
- Castor Oil Packs – A deeply nourishing treatment to support tissue repair, reduce stagnation, and calm the nervous system.
- Belly Wrap – To support your core and hold you gently together
- Womb Moxa – Gentle heat therapy to support flow and prevent or reduce stagnation.

All treatments are offered in the comfort of your own bed, honoring ease and gentleness.

€3.100,-

(€2.561,98 excl. BTW)

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Birth Doula Packages – Payment Structure

To honour both clarity and flexibility, the following payment options are available for all doula packages.

The prices displaied below are inclusive 21% VAT/BTW.

Traditional Payment Method (Standard ending at week 34)

A clear and trusted structure used by many families:

50% deposit due upon booking to secure your place
50% remaining balance due at week 34 of pregnancy

Extended Payment Plan (ending at week 34)

For those who prefer to spread payments more gradually, you may choose one of the following plans. All payments are completed by week 34.

Ayurvedic Birth Doula Package – €2,500

4 payments of €625
or 5 payments of €500

First Time Mom Birth Doula Package – €2,100

4 payments of €525
or 5 payments of €420

Second Time Mom Birth Doula Package – €1,800

4 payments of €450
or 5 payments of €360

Birth Doula and Postpartum Care Package – €3,100

4 payments of €775
or 5 payments of €620

All payment plans begin upon signature of the DSA and are scheduled to conclude by week 34, allowing you to fully relax into the final phase of pregnancy knowing your investment has been taken care of.

Prices include VAT, exclude travel and parking costs.

Postpartum Care in Amsterdam

Birth Doula Amsterdam - FAQ

A birth doula offers continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, labour, and birth. As a birth doula in Amsterdam, I meet you and your partner through several prenatal visits, I stay with you throughout labour, helping you feel grounded, reassured, and supported while you work alongside your chosen medical team. My role is non-medical and focuses on providing informations that are Evidence Based, offering emotional comfort, encouragement, advocacy, and presence.

What Is a Doula?

Hiring Me as Your Birth Doula in Amsterdam — Step by step process

​Ayurvedic Birth Doula Support

What’s Included

First Time Mom - Birth Doula Support

What’s Included

Second Time Mom Birth Doula Support

What’s Included

Single Mom Birth Doula Support

Transfer of Care - Change of Heart Birth Doula Support

What’s Included​ - 1 Prenatal Visit

Birth Doula and Postpartum Care Support

What’s Included

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Birth Doula Packages – Payment Structure

​To honour both clarity and flexibility, the following payment options are available for all doula packages.

The prices displaied below are inclusive 21% VAT/BTW.

Traditional Payment Method (Standard ending at week 34)

A clear and trusted structure used by many families:

50% deposit due upon booking to secure your place

50% remaining balance due at week 34 of pregnancy

Extended Payment Plan (ending at week 34)

For those who prefer to spread payments more gradually, you may choose one of the following plans. All payments are completed by week 34.

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Ayurvedic Birth Doula Package – €2,500

4 payments of €625

or 5 payments of €500

First Time Mom Birth Doula Package – €2,100

4 payments of €525

or 5 payments of €420

Second Time Mom Birth Doula Package – €1,800

4 payments of €450

or 5 payments of €360

Birth Doula and Postpartum Care Package – €3,100

4 payments of €775

or 5 payments of €620

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All payment plans begin upon signature of the DSA and are scheduled to conclude by week 34, allowing you to fully relax into the final phase of pregnancy knowing your investment has been taken care of.

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Prices include VAT, exclude travel and parking costs.

Birth Doula Amsterdam - FAQ

What does a birth doula do?

What is the difference between a birth doula and a midwife?

Is a birth doula allowed in hospitals in Amsterdam?

When should I hire a birth doula?

Do you support home birth, birth center, and hospital birth?

Can my partner still be involved if I have a doula?

Do you replace my partner during birth?

What kind of support do you offer during labour?

Do you provide medical advice or pain relief?

Do you help with Birth Plans?

Do you work with first time parents?

Are doula services covered by basic Dutch health insurance in Amsterdam?

How do I know if you are the right birth doula for me?

How can I book an first meeting with you?

How do I add a new question & answer?

Can I insert an image, video, or GIF in my FAQ?

How do I edit or remove the 'Frequently Asked Questions' title?

Ayurvedic Birth Doula Support

What’s Included - 1 Prenatal Visit

To honour both clarity and flexibility, the following payment options are available for all doula packages.