Ich bin Dein Safe Space. Empathische und queer-inklusive Begleitung für Schwangere, Gebärende und frischgebackene Eltern in und um Hanau. Ich spreche Englisch und Deutsch. ~~~~~~ Geburt und Elternschaft können unvorhersehbar und voller Höhen und Tiefen sein. Als Deine Doula, kann ich in all dem Dein „Safe Space“ sein. Ich biete meine kontinuierliche und aufmerksame Anwesenheit bei Deiner Geburt an sowie meine ruhige und unterstützende Begleitung, während Du dich in den Alltag mit Deinem neuen Baby einleben. ~~~~~~ Familie ist bunt! Es ist an der Zeit, dass die Welt der Schwangerschaft, Geburt und Elternschaft in ihrer Sprache und ihren Betreuungsangeboten inklusiv wird. Ich möchte ein „Safe Space“ und ein guter Ally für Mitglieder der queer-Community sein. Ich werde Dich mit dem Respekt und Anerkennen behandeln, den Du verdienst und Dich auf Deinem einzigartigen Weg begleiten. ~~~~~~ Perhaps the German language is not your „safe space“?! As a native English-speaker with B2/C1 level German, I can facilitate translation and communication between you and your care providers, making sure your preferences are known and helping you feel more relaxed and in control. Ich freue mich, Dich kennenzulernen!

Meine Unterstützung ist auch auf Deutsch moglich. Hello Mama, Let me guide you through pregnancy, stand beside you during birth and nurture you postpartum! I am a 36 year old, British born, Köln Mülheim based, Mama of one. My birth and postpartum experience was a mixed bag and whilst I had an empowering birth experience and I recovered physically quickly, I had underestimated the mental strain of those first few days and weeks with a new born baby. The situation wasn’t helped by me living far away from family and childhood friends and I was left feeling alone and unsure of myself. My aim is to provide support to women before, during and after birth, listening to them, reassuring them and cooking for them. I am fluent in German and also offer all my services in Deutsch. WHAT I OFFER – Pregnancy support – discuss wishes for your birth, mental preparation for your birth, prepare for postpartum etc. I can also accompany you to midwife/doctor/hospital visits if you’d like. Birth support – on call up to 10 days before the birth until you have your baby. When you go into labour I will be by your side and will not leave until your baby is born. I can provide photographs if desired and a birth story. Postpartum support – I come to your home and help you settle into parenthood. I cook food for you and your family, provide emotional support for you and your partner and help guide you on your journey. I also have a list of trusted professionals who work in English should you need more specific support. ♥️ You deserve it! www.mothering-the-mother.com

(Ich spreche auch fließend Deutsch und biete alle meine Dienstleistungen in Deutsch oder Englisch an.) I support women on their beautiful journeys into motherhood. Born and raised in California, I’m a mother of two boys who has chosen to raise my family with my loving husband in Cologne. It is here I have created a space to support and empower women and their growing families. As a Doula, Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher and Breastfeeding Consultant (in training), it is my goal to support families in welcoming their little ones into the world as peacefully and harmoniously as possible. There is always so much focus on the arriving baby, but the new born mama is often forgotten. Not here. I feel honoured to hold a space for women to find their inner strength, to learn to truly trust, connect and listen to their bodies and to give birth in a way that makes them feel safe and respected. I am here to support you on your journey in rediscovering yourself and strength as a mother. I am also fluent in German and offer all my services in both languages. What I offer: Pregnancy Support, Birth Support, Postpartum Support, Breastfeeding Support