Your free guide for an organised and informed pregnancy and birth. I share my practical tips for preparing birth. From writing a birth plan and knowing your rights to gathering supplies and choosing the right birth place, her guide helps families feel confident and supported throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.

PRINT THIS CARD AND PUT IT IN YOUR MUTTERPASS My Safety Card by Anne Matei doula in Berlin Can you really avoid a traumatic birth? 1 out of 3 woman in Germany experienced a birth that she defines as "traumatic". 1 out of 2 reports not being asked for consent before an intervention (e.g. episiotomy, vaccuum etc.) I do believe is important, that every family understands that birth settings are part of the public health system, and need to deal with a lot of constraints economic

Planning an elective C-section in Berlin? From hospital registration and the "Wunschkaiserschnitt" process to postpartum recovery and PPD support, here is your guide to an empowered choice.

Prepare for your delivery with this expert guide on what to pack for a hospital birth in Berlin. From essential documents like the Mutterpass to postpartum comfort and baby essentials, this doula-approved checklist covers everything you and your partner need.

Wondering if you can give birth vaginally after a C-section? Learn the evidence on VBAC vs repeat cesarean : risks, benefits, and how a doula can support your informed choice.

Discover doula prices in Berlin, what’s included, and why investing in continuous birth support benefits you, your partner, and your family.

Discover why birth needs privacy, just like sex. Learn how oxytocin, calm, and a protective doula help your body open naturally during labor.

Expecting a breech baby can feel overwhelming—but there’s no need to panic. Whether your baby stays breech or you’re exploring ways to turn them head-down, there are options, support, and evidence-based strategies to guide you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Giving birth in a foreign language can be stressful. This guide provides essential German words and sentences for expats in Berlin—covering labor, birth, pain, medical staff, and self-advocacy—so you can communicate clearly and confidently in the hospital.

A birth plan is your way to make sense of it all and ensure you feel confident and prepared. As a doula in Berlin, I guide you through this process of deep reflection and preparation.