Who I am
I’m Margaretha — a Dutch doula, HypnoBirthing teacher, and mother living in northern Italy since 2015.
I guide women and families through pregnancy and birth with calm, confidence, and trust in their own instincts. My work is about breaking old cycles of fear and replacing them with empowerment and choice.
My turning point
When I first became pregnant in Italy, I expected birth to be natural and supported. Instead, I found a system where routine interventions were the norm and women’s voices were often dismissed.
That experience forced me to look deeper: how could I create a different path for myself and others?
I discovered midwifery-led care, HypnoBirthing, and the power of reconnecting with my body’s wisdom. It was a complete shift. That moment lit a fire in me — to help other women in Italy reclaim the birth experience as theirs. At home, in the hospital or in a birthhome.
Why work with me
I understand what it means to feel out of place in the Italian medical system — whether you’re a local or a foreigner. I’ve been there myself.
That’s why I combine:
Experience across two cultures — Dutch midwifery and hospital perspective + Italian healthcare system experience and network.
Practical tools — HypnoBirthing techniques for calm, comfort, and presence.
Whole-person support — emotional, physical, and informational guidance.
You don’t just get a teacher. You get someone who’s walked this path and knows how to help you navigate it with clarity.
What Others Say
“I walked into her class overwhelmed and walked out knowing I could trust myself again.”
“She helped me breathe my baby down — I felt strong, calm, and completely present.”
My Vision
Birth in Italy is changing. More and more families are choosing to trust themselves, to question old patterns, and to welcome their babies with love instead of fear.
My mission is simple: to be part of that shift — supporting women, couples, and communities to reclaim birth as an empowering beginning.
Let’s Connect
If this speaks to you, let’s talk.
Book a free 15-minute discovery call.
Or download my free guide: 5 Myths About Birth in Italy — and How HypnoBirthing Can Help.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. I’m here to walk beside you.
