Welcome to the herbalist doula,
I am Fern,
A dedicated doula, placenta specialist, and herbalist passionate about supporting women’s health. My work combines scientific evidence with modern and ancient practices, honoring the wisdom passed down by my ancestors.
As a doula, I am here to support you through the sacred journey of pregnancy and birth. Having become a mother myself in the Netherlands, I understand the unique challenges of giving birth in a foreign country and language. I bring a deep commitment to helping you feel seen, heard, and respected. I’ve trained with renowned midwives like Naoli Vinaver and Michel Odent, and my background as a women’s health herbalist enables me to offer a holistic approach to your care.
Fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Dutch, I travel up to 60 km to be by your side, ensuring you feel empowered at every stage. As Ina May Gaskin beautifully put it, 'If a woman doesn’t look like a goddess during birth, she isn’t being treated right.' My mission is to help you experience the profound beauty of birth, feeling every bit the goddess that you are.
Services
I work based on three main pillars, each carefully designed to support you through every stage of your journey.
Pregnancy care
I offer comprehensive support tailored to your unique journey, including doula services and a childbirth education course designed to empower you for a natural birth or any path you choose. You can also opt for just the childbirth education course or explore unique offerings like pregnancy rituals, gentle labor induction preparation, and consultations for couples seeking guidance.
Based in Rotterdam, I’m dedicated to supporting each family with personalized care, traveling up to 60 km to be by your side. My goal is to ensure you feel informed, empowered, and deeply connected throughout this transformative experience.
Placenta remedies
I create personalized placenta remedies and keepsakes to honor the unique bond between mother and baby. My offerings include placenta encapsulations, nourishing tinctures, soothing ointments, artistic placenta prints, and many other meaningful options. I believe the placenta holds profound significance as the vital link that supported and nurtured your baby throughout pregnancy. By carefully crafting these remedies and memoirs, I aim to help families preserve this connection in ways that feel deeply personal and respectful. Each item is designed with care, allowing you to cherish this extraordinary part of your journey for years to come.
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Herbal gynecology
I offer specialized herbal gynecology services designed to support women in addressing a range of gynecological concerns naturally. With the healing power of herbs, I help you care for conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and infertility in a holistic, gentle way. Drawing on my expertise in herbal medicine and women's health, I provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique needs, empowering you to find balance, relief, and harmony through nature’s remedies. Together, we can explore plant-based options that support your well-being, nurturing both body and spirit on your wellness journey.
Upcoming Events
Join our monthly gatherings crafted to empower and support your journey into motherhood. Each session offers practical guidance and soulful insights, creating a space for you to connect, prepare, and embrace this transformative experience.
wo 18 decOnline gathering18 dec 2024, 19:30 – 21:00 CETOnline gathering18 dec 2024, 19:30 – 21:00 CETOnline gatheringJoin me for Embracing the Mother Archetype & Preparing for Birth, a nurturing session exploring the full moon mother archetype and beginning your journey of intentional birth preparation. Together, we’ll set empowering intentions and create a heartfelt vision for the birthing experience you desire.
wo 13 novOnline gathering13 nov 2024, 19:30 – 21:00 CETOnline gathering13 nov 2024, 19:30 – 21:00 CETOnline gatheringJoin me for an empowering session on Creating Your Birth Plan with Confidence. This gathering is designed to help you articulate your values, preferences, and desires for childbirth, ensuring you feel fully supported and prepared for this transformative experience.
A little about me
Choosing me as your herbalist doula means bringing holistic, informed care to your pregnancy and birthing journey. I am here to provide compassionate, all-encompassing support for families seeking a well-rounded professional by their side. With expertise in herbal gynecology and women’s health, I offer a unique blend of natural remedies and doula care, helping you find relief for common pregnancy concerns and empowering you to prepare for childbirth naturally.
As an expat and a mother who has navigated the healthcare system in the Netherlands, I understand the unique challenges of being pregnant in a foreign country. I know how essential it is to feel supported in your own language and culture, which is why I offer culturally sensitive guidance and a deep understanding of local practices. My goal is to help you feel secure, informed, and respected every step of the way.
Whether through pregnancy rituals, childbirth education, postpartum recovery, or herbal remedies, I provide personalized care tailored to your needs. My support is designed to empower and instill confidence, so you feel deeply connected to your journey with a knowledgeable advocate by your side.
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Ever since I found out I was pregnant, I knew I wanted a doula by my side, especially during childbirth. Fernanda was the right choice, exceeding my expectations. She demonstrated theoretical and practical knowledge and gave me 100% of the support I needed. Fernanda advocated for me with the medical team and also supported my partner. It was the best investment I could make.
Mariana Wiltshire
When I found out the placenta medicine work done by Fern (the Herbalist doula), I got really happy that I could honor this incredible organ after my son’s birth. I got the package that included the encapsulation, tincture, cream, tamborcito, small garden, prints, baby power animal and family lineage reading and I didn’t regret it because besides having the medicines, I could have the arts made with the placenta and the umbilical cord to always keep them with me as a beautiful memory translated into these objects.
I am really grateful for having had Fern taking care of my placenta with all love and carefulness!
Mayara Maracajá Reis
Fern has been working and caring for me since before I decided I wanted to get pregnant. With her help I was able to understand that my fertility goes way beyond having babies, it’s about our female health, and she assisted me reconnecting with myself. She has always supporter my through every phase, from pre-natal, birth, and post-natal with foods, placenta medicine, herbs, natural healing soaps and creams, and she’s also just an amazing humam being. I recommend her Doula and Herbalist services to all women, no matter ehat phase of life you find yourself in, it is always important to care for our body and soul ❤️
Contact
Welcome! I’m here to guide and support you on your unique journey with natural care and compassionate expertise. Whether you’re exploring herbal gynecology, seeking doula support, or simply have questions, I invite you to connect. Let’s walk this path together, honoring each step of your life’s journey.
Rotterdam
+31 6 15660545