Doula in Spain Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid, Alicante. Tbilisi (Georgia) Доула в Испании. Сопровождение в родах

DOULA

professional birth support

Over 10 years supporting women from across the world before, during & after childbirth

What's included in my services:
FULL PACKAGE
Suitable for those who need extended support before and after birth.

Two prenatal meetings
We explore your preferences, create a clear and realistic birth plan, practice relaxation techniques, choose a doctor and maternity hospital according to your individual situation, work through fears, and make birth understandable and navigable for you;
Ongoing support from the moment the contract is signed
I am available during working hours to answer your questions and help you move through pregnancy with clarity and confidence;
Translation and medical visit support (RUS–ENG/ESP/GEO)
Online or in person, I provide translation and support during one doctor’s appointment or ultrasound, ensuring that nothing important is lost or misunderstood;
Separate meeting with Dad/partner (upon request)
A dedicated conversation to help him feel confident, involved, and clear about his role in the birth process, reducing uncertainty and anxiety;
24/7 availability from 37 full weeks
I am on call around the clock starting 2 weeks before your estimated due date. If there are reasons to expect an earlier birth, we discuss this in advance.
Continuous presence throughout labor
I stay with you for the entire birth process, regardless of its length or scenario — physiological, complicated, Cesarean. Whatever unfolds, I am by your side.
Immediate postpartum support
After baby is born, I assist with the transition to the postpartum unit, initiation of breastfeeding, and help you settle into your new reality as a family.
At home support within two weeks postpartum
I visit you at home to debrief the birth experience, provide practical guidance, help with newborn care and refer you to trusted specialists if needed.
Breastfeeding support
As an experiences lactation specialist I help you establish breastfeeding calmly and efficiently, with unlimited online support for one month after birth.
Support in unexpected outcomes
In case baby is in NICU I provide continuous support for parents. The same applies if Mom requires medical assistance — I help the father feed and care for the baby.
For 6 weeks after birth I remain available for questions, guidance, and reassurance.
I share a selection of good, trusted books on pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting to help you feel more confident in your new major role.

What's included in the PACKAGE 36+
Suitable for experienced mothers or first-time mothers who, for any reason, do not want extensive support before and after birth.

1 prenatal meeting before your due date (between 36 and 40 weeks): where we create a birth plan, discuss the upcoming birth, choose a doctor and maternity hospital if you haven't done so by then;
24/7 availability from 37 full weeks: I am on call around the clock starting 2 weeks before your estimated due date. If there are reasons to expect an earlier birth, we discuss this in advance;
Continuous presence throughout labor: I stay with you for the entire birth process, regardless of its length or scenario — physiological, complicated, Cesarean. Whatever unfolds, I am by your side;
Immediate postpartum support: After baby is born, I assist with the transition to the postpartum unit, initiation of breastfeeding, and help you settle into your new reality as a family;
At home support within two weeks postpartum: I visit you at home to debrief the birth experience, provide practical guidance, help with newborn care and refer you to trusted specialists if needed;
Support in unexpected outcomes: In case baby is in NICU I provide continuous support for parents. The same applies if Mom requires medical assistance — I help the father feed and care for the baby;
For 4 weeks after birth I remain available for questions, guidance, and reassurance.

Please note that this contract can be signed not earlier than 37 weeks of gestation, unless we have already worked together before.

Why hire a Doula?

According to the official medical research the presence of a Doula reduces:

the overall C-section rate by roughly 45%,
length of labour by 25%,
synthetic oxytocin (pitocyn) use by 50%,
pain medication by 31%,
the need for forceps 34% and
requests for epidurals 60%.

Evidence Based Birth

Can't afford or don't want to hire a doula for in-person support in labor?

It's financially challenging
Your partner or doctor don't support the idea of "another random person there"
Hospital policy limits amount of support people to just the partner
There are no doulas in your city/country
You have a great team, trust towards your care providers and a positive attitude, and you just want additional support from someone who will be your advocate no matter what

If...

REMOTE SUPPORT

Book my time from 37 full weeks of your pregnancy until day X
Full prenatal meeting to prepare your birth plan, go over your preferences and prepare for labor at the chosen facility
I help you understand if labor has started, when to go to the hospital, who to call when, I calm you down, suggest self-help techniques so that you enter this process smoothly and without unnecessary stress
I am available 24 hours during the day or night of your labor to answer any questions that arise during the process, give advice on improving comfort and pain relief, and help you make informed decisions; give dad/partner ideas on how/she he can be more helpful in the process
Postpartum support during 2 weeks following the birth to assist with any questions related to breastfeeding, newborn care and your postpartum body & mind
Works for any birth scenario - from super natural to complicated deliveries, from having a partner present to when you are doing it solo
Available from any time zone, wherever on the map you are located

Such a "pocket doula" in case you are afraid, uncertain or simply want to hear my reassuring and guiding voice on the phone).

Taking on births in Tbilisi for due dates in March-April

Barcelona - April-June

11 facts about me

I have immigrated many times for different reasons. I gave birth to my son in California while studying psychotherapy, and I know firsthand what it means to become a mother far from home.
I studied to become a Doula in Canada in 2014 and started attending births when this guy on the photo turned 1.
In 2015 I became head of the Russian Association of Doulas
I accompany laboring women in Russian, English, Spanish; my level of Georgian is enough to work in a hospital.
In 2018 I taught the 1st prenatal course in Tbilisi, never left and became the first Doula in Sakartvelo.
140+ births in 5 countries 🇨🇦🇷🇺🇬🇪🇦🇲🇪🇸
I believe in collaboration with doctors and midwives, not fighting with them.
I don't attend births at facilities where women and babies are treated inhumanely and disrespectfully.
I don't push the 'all natural' approach although I whole heartedly believe in the value and benefits of natural labor. So, if you are up for that, I will support you till the end - yes, even when you don't think you can make it;)
I constantly upgrade my knowledge in psychology, obstetrics and perinatal sciences.
Mom of one son, but celebrate Mother's Day every day together with my women!

Testimonials

I take on only a small number of births each month to provide comprehensive, individualized support to every mother who trusts me.

In any format, I am 100% with the mother and her partner — the amount of support you need is entirely up to you.

Please remember that doula support does not replace your own preparation. I recommend taking a good in-depth childbirth preparation course. It’s not mandatory, but it can make our work together more effective and coordinated.