How can I even put into words how wonderful it has been having Margaretha’s guidance? Thanks to her I had the birth that I had hoped and dreamed of. I came to Margaretha because I had a lot of fear about giving birth for the first time in a foreign country. My birth and my mothers experience had haunted me and I was terrified that I would be in a situation where I didn’t understand what was happening and decisions would be made for me. Before doing her course, I assumed I would probably need to have an epidural and that having a natural birth, which is what I wanted, would be a painful experience. After her hypnobirthing course I learnt so much about the reality of giving birth opposed to the drama that we so often see in movies & television and I really wanted to have a birth without any medical intervention, however I still had my doubts that I could do it. With Margaretha’s help and guidance I went from “I hope I can” to “I’m going to have a completely natural birth” When my first signs of labour came on I was full of excitement and confidence that my body and my baby knew exactly what to do. I trusted completely and really enjoyed the process knowing that soon I would meet my daughter. Margaretha was this angel of support during my birth, helping me to relax into my contractions and making sure there was as little intervention from the hospital as possible. I gave birth in a medical environment but I had the birth that I wanted and I owe that to Margaretha. She stood up for me and ensured my wishes were respected which enabled me to stay in my birthing trance knowing she had my back. I’m so grateful for having met Margaretha, her support has been ongoing even after the birth. Her placenta gifts are so beautiful and touching and it’s obvious that she loves and has a lot of pride for what she does. She’s become an amazing friend and a person I truly admire.

Nadja