What is a doula ?

My Journey to Becoming Your Doula

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Born in France, I grew up embracing both French and Asian cultures. My educational path led me through marketing studies in different countries.

I began my career in fragrances and cosmetics in Hong Kong and later Singapore, where I spent 10 years immersed in the diverse cultures of Asia.

It was in Singapore that I discovered the world of doulas. After my first childbirth experience, I understood the profound importance of being accompanied and supported. Being far from my family and close friends, I felt incredibly alone. When I became pregnant with my second daughter, I immediately sought support from a doula – she helped me to achieve the birth experience that we desired and she inspired me to become a doula myself.

During both of my postpartum periods, I experienced "zuo yezi" or "confinement" – an ancestral Chinese tradition that nurtures the first 30 to 40 days after childbirth. This custom, widely practiced throughout Asia and other cultures in the world, involves the circle of women surrounding the new mother: her mother, mother-in-law, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, and friends. The practice focuses on rebuilding vital energy through nutrient-rich meals and comforting herbal teas.

I started my doula studies at a birth center in Singapore and continued training with Formation Doula Suisse in Switzerland ; I'm also graduated in nutrition with Ecole TCMA Geneve. I am based in Geneva since 2021.

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The Holistic Doula Approach

As your doula, I blend traditional birth support with nutritional expertise and spiritual wisdom. My approach honors both evidence-based practices and the ancestral wisdom that has supported women across generations and cultures.

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Nutritional Support

My training in nutrition allows me to offer:

• Personalized meal planning that supports your changing body during pregnancy

• Guidance on foods that can ease common pregnancy discomforts

• Postpartum nutrition plans inspired by healing traditions from around the world

• Support in adapting your cultural food preferences to optimize maternal health

• Practical advice for nutrition that supports breastfeeding and recovery

 

Spiritual Connection

I believe birth is not just a physical process but a profound spiritual journey. I offer:

• Space for you to connect with your inner wisdom and intuition

• Rituals and practices that honor your personal spiritual beliefs

• Mindfulness techniques to stay present during labor and early parenting

• Acknowledgment of the sacred in the everyday experiences of motherhood

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Through my experiences and knowledge, I will guide and accompany you on your motherhood journey, honoring both your unique needs and the universal aspects of this transformative life passage.