This is how I work
Congratulations, you are pregnant! When you are pregnant for the first time you will notice that many new things come along. You can come to me for everything that has to do with the birth of your child. I will guide you during your pregnancy, delivery and the postpartum period. I help no more than four women each month, so we have all the time we need. The great thing about this is that I offer small-scale and personal care that benefits your pregnancy and delivery. Therefore I am available for you 24/7. If you have any questions at any time, you can always reach me. So you have your own midwife during the entire period. Should it be the case that I really cannot come because I am ill, for example, then another midwife with the same vision is ready for you. In this way you are always assured of continuous care.
PregnancyOn average, you will come to a consult 13 times before giving birth. In principle, each check-up takes an hour, but if you need a longer or shorter appointment, that is also possible. Because we have ample time during consultation, I can also provide information and coaching in addition to the checks, on anything you want to know. This includes subjects such as pain during childbirth, preparation for the postpartum period, foot reflexology massages, breastfeeding, sleeping safely together, breathing and relaxation exercises that are used in the HypnoBirthing®, among other things. You will also receive information about this so that you can read it afterwards and get started with it yourself. I also have a large library of books and you are more than welcome to borrow them.
DeliveryDuring your delivery, I will assist you from the moment you wish me to. Fortunately, you are well prepared during your pregnancy, but if you have difficult moments, I will coach you through these. It is based on the idea that you are very capable of giving birth to your child yourself. I help you create good conditions in which this is possible. I have a wide range of techniques to help you relax and get back into the right mindset and flow. After your baby has been born and is lovely lying in your arms, I will stay on a few more hours to see if you are doing well and if you need further support.
Maternity period Then your adventure together has started. Lovingly, maybe feeling ill at ease and often still recovering from the delivery. I will therefore visit you a few times during the maternity period. Because every child and every delivery is different, together we look at your needs. Of course, I will keep a close eye on whether you are doing well medically, but the emotional and mental side of starting parenthood certainly will be paid a lot of attention. In the beginning I will monitor whether all conditions for a good bonding exist and I offer support in the challenges of breastfeeding.
I also help you carry your baby in a sling or baby carrier; I will bring a number of slings so you can discover together with your own baby what is nice for you and whether it suits you both. After 6 weeks I will return for a follow-up check. And when you feel that you are ready to move on, we will wrap up this special time in your life.
Should you like to use a birthing bath, gym ball or breastfeeding pillow, you can rent it from me. I always have a birthing stool and a TENS machine with me.
At our first meeting we will discuss the process and what your wishes are. It is your body and your child, so ultimately also your choice in how you wish your pregnancy and delivery to be. I am here to provide you with correct information and I would like to think along with you about possibilities.
