I am Michaela
Welcome! I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. I’m a deeply experienced doula and a mother of two joyful, spirited children who teach me about love, patience, and presence every day.
The path to parenthood can be filled with a range of emotions, joy, fear, wonder, and uncertainty, and I’m here to walk alongside you, no matter where you are on that journey. Whether you are just beginning to try to conceive, preparing for birth, or adjusting to life with your baby in your arms, I offer a calm and steady presence, along with support that is completely tailored to your needs. This is your body, your baby, and your birth.
Every step of the way, your voice and your choices matter most.
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TESTIMONIALS
I had an absolutely amazing experience with Michaela! She was incredibly knowledgeable and supportive throughout my entire pregnancy (and after birth), her calming presence during labor made all the difference (not only to me but also my super stressed out husband 😅), she was in my corner all the way when midwives/doctors weren't as keen to follow my birthing plan. She was always available to answer my questions and provided me with resources to help me make informed decisions about my birth. Her expertise in pain management techniques helped me feel more in control during the birth, and I cannot imagine going through the process without her. I highly recommend her service to any expectant parents looking for a positive and empowering birth experience. (The pregnancy massage was also amazing!)
Alex, 2023
Michaela has been an amazing Doula. Great advice and emotional support throughout my pregnancy and labour.
If you're looking for someone who truly listens to your preferences, worries and wishes I can highly recommend her :)
Sarah, 2023
Michaela (together with a colleague Thando) has been Amazing in helping us finetune our birth plan. Helping us with getting all extra knowledge we might want, prior to the birth. Then when labour actually started, they were there to support us in the key moments, Initially at home, and then when it was needed also in hospital.
In my opinion they went above and beyond.
I highly recommend Michaele as a Doula.
Sander, 2022
Michaela was the guardian of our space and gave us the confidence we needed before and during the birth of our daughter. Without her support, we would not have achieved our goal (a birth without medical intervention). I am forever grateful.
Pauline, 2022
Education
MSc PSYCHOLOGY
PREGNANCY MASSAGE
SWEDISH MASSAGE
BREASTFEEDING PEER SUPPORTER
2024-2026
University of Portsmouth
2022
Pregnancy and postnatal massage with Affable Therapy
2022
ITEC Level 3 massage diploma with Affable Therapy
2020
Mindful Breastfeeding Course with Anna Le Grange
REBOZO FOR PREGNANCY & BIRTH
2019
Rebozo for conception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum - with Angelina Miranda Martinez
PLACENTA BIRTH
2019
Birthing placenta workshop - with Sara Wickham
WATERBIRTH
2019
Waterbirth professional course - Barbara Harper (Waterbirth International)
SEXUAL AND BIRTH TRAUMA
2018
When survivors give birth - educator training with Penny Simkin and Phyllis Klaus in Seattle, US
MATRIX BIRTH REIMPRINTING
MATRIX REIMPRINTING
CLOSING OF THE BONES
DREAMBIRTH VISUALISATIONS
2018
Matrix Birth Reimprinting Practitioner training with Sharon King
2018
Matrix Reimprinting Practitioner training with Karl Dawson
2018
Closing of the bones / hipping with Dr. Rocio Alarcon - postpartum recovery and sealing ceremony
2017
Catherine Shainberg kabbalistic visualisation techniques for conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting
VITAMIN K FOR NEWBORNS
STREPTOCOCCUS B AT BIRTH
INDUCTION OF LABOUR
CONSCIOUS BABY
REBOZO WORKSHOP
SEXUAL AND BIRTH TRAUMA
BIRTH & ULTRASOUND
BREECH BABIES
EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE - EFT
2017
Vitamin K workshop - Sara Wickham
2016
Strep B workshop - Sara Wickham
2016
Induction workshop - Sara Wickham
2014 - 2017
Pre and perinatal psychology educator with APPPAH (The Association For Prenatal And Perinatal Psychology And Health)
2015
Rebozo in Pregnancy & Labour with Clare Blake
2015
When Survivors Give Birth: Understanding & Healing the Effects of Early Sexual Abuse on Childbearing Women with Penny Simkin
2015
Undisturbing Birth & Ultrasound Safety with Dr. Sarah Buckley in UK
2015
Supporting Women with Breech-Presenting Babies with Shawn Walker (Breech Specialist Midwife)
2014
EFT Level 1 & Level 2 Practitioner Course (Certified) with Peter Donn (EFT Master Trainer).
REBOZO TRAINING
CONSCIOUS BABY
POSITION OF BABY IN THE WOMB
BABY LOSS
BREASTFEEDING STUDY DAY
PLACENTA ENCAPSULATION
HYPNOBIRTHING
BIRTH DOULA
BA MANAGEMENT
2014
Use of rebozo in pregnancy and birth with Gena Kirby
2013
From Womb to World, The Journey that Shapes our Life with Anna Verwaal
2013
Spinning Babies workshop: Fetal positioning matters with Gail Tully
2013
A Parents Perspective - Bereavement Study Day with Mel Scott (author of After Finley)
2013
Breastfeeding Study Day with Indira Lopez-Bassols (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant)
2012
Placenta Encapsulation Specialist (IPEN – Independent Placenta Encapsulation Network UK)
2012
Hypnobirthing practitioner and Hypnobirthing practitioner trainer with Katharine Graves (KG Hypnobirthing)
2012
Paramana Doula Course with Dr. Michel Odent and Liliana Lammers
2007 - 2011
Birkbeck College, University of London
