My Work as a Birth Doula & Birth Photographer In Berlin

The earlier, the better. I only take a certain amount of births a month, so chances are higher that I’m all booked out if you contact me later on.

Booking me earlier means I can be by your side through your entire pregnancy and am able to answer any questions that come up during this time.

Every photographer has their very own look and style. The families who book with me know mine and want to be portrayed from my point of view.

I usually join in the second half of the opening phase. In general, when you’re dialated 5-6cm. But since it could be that there are no cervical examinations at all and birth seldom proceeds linearly anyway, it is possible that I will come along before that. Better a little early than too late!

A midwife is a trained medical professional who is responsible of all medical procedures and the well being of both you and your baby. A doula provides continuous emotional support and physical comfort that is concentrated on the birthing person (and their partner).

It can happen that - in a hospital setting - you will see many different midwives throughout your labour. As midwives often care for multiple birthing persons, they might only be able to spend a couple of minutes every hour with you. Your doula stays with you continuously. Having worked together during pregnancy, a doula knows you and your partner well and is well aware of your birthing wishes.

As a doula, I work alongside your midwives to create a good and stable birth environment for you, filled with confidence, knowledge and strength.

Absolutely not! A doula does not replace your partner but complements their role during the birth. Your partner knows you better than anyone, and their support is invaluable. My role as a doula is to guide, assist, and ensure that both you and your partner feel supported and confident throughout the birth process.

For partners, having a doula present can also be a relief. It allows them to participate at their own comfort level without feeling pressured to “know everything.” I can suggest ways for your partner to help, offer breaks if needed, and create an environment where they can focus on being present with you.

Together, we form a team to make your birth experience as empowering and positive as possible.

I will be wherever you are. If that is at home, a birthing center or the hospital. Even if you choose a transfer, I’ll come with you. I don’t leave your side.

In the first step, we try to speak to the clinic staff and obtain permission so that I can accompany you to the operating room. If we don’t get the permission, I’m happy to give your partner my camera in AUTO mode and edit the photos afterwards in my style. I will also stay at the hospital and will see you when you get back in the room. You’ll get those photos of the first moments with your baby nonetheless.

No, doulas are for everyone, regardless of the type of birth experience you’re planning. Whether you’re aiming for a natural childbirth, a planned cesarean, an induction, or are unsure of your preferences, a doula provides continuous emotional, physical, and informational support tailored to your needs.

My role as your doula is to support your birth choices, without judgment, and to help create a positive and empowering experience, no matter the circumstances. Every birth is unique, and my goal is to ensure you feel supported and confident throughout the process.

I will continue to care for you and your family, with an epidural hospital birth, a planned or unplanned caesarean. I will provide you with emotional and informational support and will be offering my knowledge when it comes to body positioning, coping and comfort techniques.

I know Doula services might not always be in the budget, so I want to try everything to make this service possible for you. I offer, for example, the fee to be paid in many small rates.

An idea is to put the doula service on your gift registry. Instead of receiving cute little baby socks and onesies from your family and friends, why not ask them to ship in to a doula fund!

Another option is to find a newer doula that might not have supported a lot of births yet and is able to offer their services for a smaller fee. Do reach out, I’m happy to connect you!