Postpartum Doula Support
In-home French-Dutch-English speaking postpartum care in Amsterdam for mothers recovering after birth - including C-section recovery, NICU stays, and emotionally overwhelming starts. I come to you, so you are not doing this alone.
This is for you if…
You may be:
feeling far from home, family, or familiar support
exhausted, overwhelmed, or emotionally full
struggling to rest, eat, or find rhythm in your days
caring for a newborn while still recovering yourself
moving through a birth experience that feels intense, unexpected
This is not a phase you are meant to carry alone.
My approach
You are first held, heard, and seen.
Before anything else, your system needs safety; not effort. When you feel supported and not alone, your nervous system begins to soften and recover. From there, everything else becomes possible.
How I support you
Support is practical, emotional, and embodied; depending on what you need that day:
calm emotional presence so you can exhale
baby care so you can rest or sleep
nourishing meals and light household support
warmth, touch, and gentle body-based support when needed
grounding care to help your nervous system settle
I support both you and your baby; while you recover.
Why it matters
Postpartum is not meant to be done alone. Especially not after a difficult birth, C-section, NICU stay, or when you are far from your usual support system. You need care that stays with you for a while; not advice, not pressure, but presence.
Post partum Packages
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Postpartum Preparation Session
€110
(90 minutes)For expectant mothers who want clarity, calm, and a grounded plan before entering postpartum.
This session offers:
understanding your personal postpartum situation and support needs
identifying gaps in practical and emotional support (especially for expats)
creating a simple, realistic postpartum care plan for the early weeks
guidance on rest, recovery, feeding, and emotional transitions
preparing your home and support system for postpartum life
optional partner involvement
This is for you if:
You want to feel prepared, supported, and less anxious before birth or early postpartum begins.
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Gentle Grounding Support
€330
(3 sessions × 2 hours)For early postpartum when everything feels new, intense, or overwhelming.
This package offers:
calm emotional presence and steady support
help with rest, sleep, and recovery time
baby care so you can step away and breathe
light household support (meals, tidying, reset)
grounding presence in your home so you feel less alone
This is for you if:
You mainly need support to get through the days, rest more, and feel less overwhelmed.
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Mother & Baby Integration Support
€460
(4 sessions × 2 hours)For building confidence, rhythm, and connection in early motherhood.
This package offers:
emotional support as you adjust to motherhood
understanding your baby’s cues, needs, and rhythms
feeding, soothing, and daily care support
practical guidance with bathing, sleep, and routines
calm presence so you feel more confident and less alone
This is for you if:
You want support that helps you feel more steady, capable, and connected with your baby.
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Deep Postpartum Recovery Container
€850
(5 sessions × 2–3 hours)For full support through physical recovery, emotional processing, and deeper postpartum integration.
This package offers:
ongoing emotional + practical postpartum support
baby care and mother care integrated throughout sessions
body-based recovery support (warmth, touch, nervous system regulation)
Ayurvedic Marma, Womb Moxa, postpartum massage, Rebozo massage
nourishment, rest support, and household relief
optional closing ceremony session to mark your transition into a new phase
This is for you if:
You want continuous, grounded support through postpartum - not just help, but real holding through the transition.
FAQ
Have a question?
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I trained as a birth and postpartum doula through years of hands-on experience supporting families, and I am finalising my postpartum doula certification at Doula Training International to complement my practical knowledge.
I have also trained in Ayurvedic postpartum massage with Ombretta Dettori, moxa therapy with ImasTrainingen, and Slow Rebozo techniques.
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You can hire a postpartum doula at any time—during pregnancy or after birth—but planning ahead allows us to shape the support that best fits your needs. If you are birthing away from family, hiring a doula during pregnancy ensures that when the time comes, you already have a steady presence to hold you in those early, tender weeks.
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Every family is unique, and so is the support I offer. Some days, it may be about caring for you—preparing nourishing meals, offering rebozo wrapping for comfort, or simply listening as you process your birth. Other times, it’s practical guidance—helping with newborn care, breastfeeding, or adjusting to new routines. I also support partners and siblings in their transition, ensuring that everyone in your home feels grounded and connected during this time of change.
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The right doula feels like home. Someone who sees you, understands your values, and holds space for your needs. I encourage you to meet with different doulas, ask about their philosophy, and trust how you feel in their presence. Do they listen? Do they make you feel safe? Finding the right doula is about finding someone who aligns with your vision for this sacred time.
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A Kraamzorg is a specific type of postpartum care in the Netherlands that provides medical and practical support after birth, focusing on the mother’s physical recovery and newborn care. They typically assist with breastfeeding, check the baby’s health, and help with household chores.
A postpartum doula, on the other hand, offers more emotional and holistic support, focusing on nurturing the mother’s emotional well-being, helping with baby care, and providing practical assistance (like meal prep or running errands). A doula’s role is less clinical and more about empowering the mother through the early days of parenthood.
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A postpartum doula focuses on supporting the entire family during the early postpartum period, especially the birthing parent, by providing emotional care, practical help, and guidance on newborn care. A nanny, on the other hand, is typically hired for ongoing childcare and primarily focuses on the baby or children, often without the family-centered support a doula provides.
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I usually work during the day, but I can adjust my schedule occasionally depending on my family needs. We’ll work together to find times that suit you and your family, whether it's during the day, evenings, or even overnight.
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In the Netherlands, postpartum doula services are generally not covered by basic health insurance. However, some complementary insurance policies may offer reimbursement for certain types of doula support. It’s a good idea to check with your insurance provider to see if they offer coverage for postpartum doula services under any additional plans or wellness packages.
