Your Birth in Held Presence

Your Journey with Valentina as your
Birth Doula

As a holistic birth doula, I am dedicated to supporting you through every step of your journey into parenthood. My approach is both science-based and deeply personal, understanding not just the physiological aspects of birth, but also the emotional and mental transitions that come with becoming parents. Here’s a closer look at the packages I offer and what you can expect from our time together.

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A Holistic
Whole-Person Approach
to Birth

My aim is to unite the physiological and emotional aspects of childbirth, providing you with a well-rounded, supportive experience. By combining science-based practices with a natural approach, I strive to ensure that you feel empowered, informed, and supported every step of the way.

I am here to help you navigate the incredible journey of becoming parents, offering continuous support, education, and care. Together, we can create a birthing experience that is as positive and empowering as possible. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about my services, please feel free to reach out.

I look forward to being part of your journey into parenthood!

Our work begins before labour. During pregnancy, we spend time discussing your birth preferences, what you hope for and anything that may be worrying you. We can work on your birth plan, talk through what to expect during labour and explore the different options that may be available to you.

Preparation can include:

Your birth preferences and birth plan
Understanding labour and what to expect
Comfort measures and ways of coping with labour
Preparing your partner for their role
Exploring fears, concerns or previous experiences
Understanding your options and preparing for decision-making

The aim isn't to prepare for one perfect version of birth, but to give you knowledge, tools and confidence that remain useful even when plans change.

During your birth, I am on call from 37 weeks and join you when you need me during labour.
Once I arrive, I remain with you throughout your birth, offering continuous support according to what you need in the moment.
This can include physical comfort measures, position changes, massage, breathing and relaxation, practical support, helping create a calm environment and
making space for you and your partner to stay connected.

If your birth moves from home to hospital, I continue with you through the transfer and remain part of your support.
Your partner remains an important part of the birth. My presence isn't intended to replace them, but to support you both, bringing experience and another pair of hands so that your partner can focus on being with you.

Birth support doesn't simply end when the baby arrives.
My support continues after your baby is born. I stay with you through the birth of the placenta and the first hours afterwards, while you meet your baby and settle into those early moments together. During the golden hour, I help protect the space around you, support the first feed, make sure you are comfortable and help with the practical things happening around you while the midwife or medical team continues their care. I usually stay for around two hours after the birth of the placenta, leaving once you and your baby are settled and it feels like the right moment to give you space as a new family.

Afterwards, there is often a story to process: what happened, what you remember, what surprised you and how you feel about the experience.
Our postnatal debrief gives you space to tell that story without judgement or interruption. I can help you revisit events or answer questions where I can, but the purpose isn't to analyse your birth or decide what it should have been. It is your experience, and there is value in having the time and space to make sense of it in your own way.

Birth support that can continue after birth

If you would like the person who supports you during birth to continue caring for you afterwards, birth doula support can also be combined with kraamzorg through The Juno Way.

Discover the Juno Way

Preparing Together

Birth Doula Packages

There are two ways to book me as your birth doula, depending on when we begin working together and how much preparation and support you would like before birth.

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Last Minute

For families who decide later in pregnancy that they would like continuous support during birth.

A Secure Base

For families who want to build the relationship before birth, rather than meeting their doula shortly before labour begins.

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Investment: 1800€

This includes:

1 get-to-know meeting (45minutes)
2 large prenatal meetings (2h each).
We’ll discuss your pregnancy and birth journey, birth preferences, relaxation and breathing techniques, pain management, and comfort measures during labour, and postpartum planning.
1 meeting with your midwife/healthcare provider (1h)
1 reflexology session at 38 week.
Regular touch base via text or online meeting
24/h on call from week 37 on.
Continuous labour support.
1 post-partum touch base (30min) and 1 postpartum debrief (1h30min): We’ll discuss your birth experience and your postpartum.
Birth photos (please note that I am not a photographer but I will do my best to take some shots at this very important moment)
Hand-outs and materials.
Travel included. Parking Excluded.

Last Minute
Birth Doula Package

Ideal for little budgets or last minute decisions. You can add more meetings and services (you will pay them separately).

Bookings from 36 weeks of pregnancy on
1 get-to-know meeting (45 minutes), 1 online catch-up meeting (20-30 minutes)
Unlimited contacts by text or mail
24/h on call from week 38 on.
Continuous labour support.
1 post-partum meeting (60 minutes). We’ll discuss your birth experience and your post-partum
Travel Included. Parking Excluded.

Virtual Doula

Stay supported every step of the way with personalized virtual doula care.

This package offers one-hour consultations throughout your pregnancy.
During our calls, we’ll discuss your progress, address your questions, and prepare for the exciting weeks ahead. Between sessions, I’ll be available via text to discuss check-ups and provide reassurance whenever you need it.

Flexible scheduling and tailored guidance to help you feel informed and confident throughout your pregnancy.

Get in Touch to create your personalised plan!

"A Secure Base"
Birth Doula Package

Investment: 890€

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Let's Meet

Choosing a doula is personal. Before deciding, we can meet to talk about your pregnancy, what you are looking for and whether I feel like the right person to have beside you during your birth.

Book a Discovery Call