I’m Anne, a modern doula with an old-fashioned name. I am Dutch-born and I have been living and working in the UK for a while now. 

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by pregnancy, birth and the early days of life. Over time, I became increasingly aware that many people don’t receive the gentle, respectful and personal care they deserve during pregnancy and birth. I believe that birth works best when people feel safe, supported and empowered, and that every family should have access to informed choices and compassionate support. I am especially enthusiastic about physiological birth, but I am very happy to guide you on the path you choose. 

My background is in Health and Life Sciences (BSc) and I hold a Master’s degree in Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship in Health and Life Sciences (MSc, I’m very aware this name sounds ridiculous). My academic journey led me to study the bond between babies and their fathers and inequalities in maternity care. My thesis on birth disparities among ethnic minorities deeply shaped my passion for reproductive justice.

My practice is grounded in evidence, intuition and a deep trust in the physiology of birth. I aim to create a nurturing space where you can connect with your own strength and step into birth feeling confident and cared for, however it unfolds.