Discover how to choose the best birth hospital in Berlin. Learn what questions to ask, explore midwife-led options, plan your birth, and feel empowered with the support of your partner or doula.

A Hebammenkreißsaal is a midwife-led model of care within the hospital. This model supports women to experience a natural and respected birth under the continuous care of midwives, while still having access to a hospital's medical facilities if needed - under the same roof.

When you’re expecting a baby in Germany, you’ll quickly come across different terms for birth settings and care models. Beyond the "classical" hospital births, Berlin (and Germany in general) offers a range of beautiful options with environments and setups to support natural births where birth is respected. I wrote this glossary because I believe that it is worth knowing what range of options exist will help you make an informed decision that is right for you.

Many think induction simply starts labor early, but synthetic interventions like IV oxytocin change the hormonal and physical experience of birth. This post explains how induced labor differs from spontaneous labor, the evidence on risks and benefits, and why making an informed, personal choice with your care team is essential.

Feeling low after birth? Discover how to tell baby blues from postpartum depression, why intrusive thoughts are more common than you think, and how the Edinburgh scale can help you reflect on your emotions and seek support if needed.

Many families wonder if they really need a doula. Learn how birth support, emotional guidance, and continuous care can empower you during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Anne Matei, your english-speaking doula in Berlin. Ta doula française à Berlin

Giving birth is meant to be one of the most transformative moments in life. But for too many parents in Germany, it becomes a painful , traumatic memory. When birth feels overwhelming, unsafe, or out of control, it can leave lasting scars. You are not alone: one out of three women describe their birth as traumatic.

For centuries, babies were left connected to the placenta until the cord stopped pulsating. Modern research shows that waiting is essential and beneficial for the newborn!

The World Health Organization recommends a c-section rate of 10–15%. In Germany, the rate is around 30%. So, what can you actually do to lower your chances of a non-essential caesarean? Here are some evidence-based strategies that can make a difference

Supporting a partner in labour can feel overwhelming, but you don’t need tricks or gadgets. Learn what every dad and birth companion should know—how to stay calm, offer comfort, protect her space, use encouraging words, and advocate for her. Your presence is the most powerful support she’ll remember forever.