Pascale is much more than a traditional doula: she is trained in multiple techniques to soothe, heal, and prepare the mind and body for childbirth. I don't think there are any other doulas like her; she is unique and exceptional! My second birth would have been much more painful and difficult to manage without her (at home, 100% natural, it wasn't planned, very quick and intense). My experience was very positive thanks to her.

Thank you so much, Pascale!

In addition to her extensive knowledge of physiological childbirth, Pascale applies various healing modalities and prepares the mind and body for labor, allowing her to offer a highly effective holistic and personalized approach, starting from the very first session:

- Coaching, breathing exercises, and EFT tapping ("psychological acupressure") to address negative emotions/traumas and calm the nervous system

- Chinese meridian massage (she explains which emotions are linked to which symptoms/pains in the body)

- Acupressure points and advice on breathing and relaxing certain parts of the body during labor (without the points, each contraction was much more intense)

- Recommendations for yoga poses, books, comprehensive information sessions with videos on childbirth, etc.

With Pascale, I had a coach, a psychologist, a masseuse, a very gentle and caring woman and mother, all in one person, whom I would have loved to have had during my first labor.

I met her very late in my pregnancy (34 weeks), in an emotional and physical state I didn't think I could recover from. She eliminated or significantly reduced the intensity of my pregnancy-related physical pain and my emotional state, and brought me a great deal of peace and confidence.

A few days after the birth, we were able to discuss the delivery, and she brought me breastfeeding cookies—what a joy!

__Betty MZ

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“Pascale's support throughout our third pregnancy was unfailing support.

Massages during pregnancy have made it possible to overcome certain pregnancy ailments but also to calmly prepare for childbirth by promoting the connection to our sensations and our baby. All this support allowed us to experience a birth at home.

Her presence during labor was essential both to relieve the pain thanks to acupressure and to support us morally in the more difficult phases. Her discreet and gentle presence allowed the father to play an active supporting role with the mother. Her attention after the birth and the feedback session was of great comfort to better understand certain phases of birth.

Pascale is very gentle and listens to parents. We highly recommend her to support you in your birth plan.”

— Emilie M.C.

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There is not enough stars to rate Pascale’s support for my second pregnancy on Google :) My partner and I had a wonderful experience with Pascale. Having had a C-Section for my first, I was determined to have a different birth for my second. Pascale really listened to our needs and helped us feel confident about a more holistic approach combined with medical experience as I had to deliver at the hospital. Her support during the birth was incredible and had without doubt a positive outcome of the birth

_Clementine F.

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Pascale took care of us while in the process of becoming pregnant, the pregnancy itself and giving birth of our sunshine baby at home. The hole journey would not have been possible without Pascale’s help and unconditional support. She prepared us very well both emotionally and physically for every step of this unique lifetime experience. In a addition to all her knowledge of physiological birth and understanding of the Dutch system, she is also a reflexologist which makes her skillset pretty unique - she combines her holistic approach, chinese medecine and healing hands in a way that your body prepares to welcome life and give birth. Pascale we cannot thank you enough for your precious help

_Alexandra B.

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Pascale supported me during my pregnancy and childbirth; her care and presence allowed me to experience these moments calmly. Her gentleness and calmness suited us perfectly! We weren’t sure we wanted a doula for our second birth, since the first one had already been at home. We’re thrilled that we chose to be accompanied by Pascale—this experience was completely different, and her support was essential. Thanks again!

_Charlotte M.

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Pascale helped me and my husband navigate most of the pregnancy up to delivery. She taught us a lot and made sure we would make the best choices for the delivery. I recommend her services to anybody willing to get more control over the birth process. She's amazing.

_Laurène A.

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I worked with Pascale during my entire pregnancy and we also had her as our Doula for the birth. She was such an important help and support for us, physically with her messages but also mentally to prepare me and my partner for the whole process. We had an amazing pregnancy and birth thanks to her. She was a true ally and guide, and we really shared incredible moments with her. We highly recommend working with her to make pregnancy and birth as smooth as possible.

_Soizic T.

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Pascale I took as my doula. From April until July, she guided and massaged me. Her massages are amazing! During labor she massaged away the pain and gave my partner tips on how to massage me as well. Until the birth of a total of 29 hours Pascale , supported me and my partner wonderfully. I am mega grateful to her. Also in the 4th trimester I took massages.

Jane VNTP

Our little one had regurgitation during the fourth month. After a first visit to Pascale and some very precise and delicate massages, the result was obvious. 12 p.m. night the same day, and the effects reduced by 90%, we made a second visit a week and a half later to check that everything was ok. NOW all it's OK I highly recommend.

_Guillaume B.

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I met Pascale during the 3rd trimester of my pregnancy, as she has provided me massage treatments which have been a tremendous support and relief, allowing me to be physically rested and ready for the birth. It also allowed me to enjoy the end of my pregnancy without physical pain! She became my Doula for the birth of our child, and has been instrumental into making me feel safe from the weeks before birth and during the birth in itself. She also provides massages during labor: a huge support to minimize the contractions pain. Pascale is definitely to be recommended: very professional, passionate and kind person, who will listen to your needs. I will definitely keep on seeing her for massage treatments in the future !

_Caroline A.

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Pascale accompanied me every month during my pregnancy and then every week before the birth, and it wasn’t just an opportunity to work on certain aches or blockages in the body, but also to talk about birth, become aware of my body, and the influence of my lifestyle. It's a great preparation for both body and mind. But above all, it's super effective. I loved this special time, for me and for my baby, and I recommend that every pregnant woman (or even those who aren't) book a session with Pascale. The session with my partner just before the birth was crucial for him to learn acupressure points that help relieve contractions, including one that made all the difference. Thank you, Pascale!

_Maëlle A.

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My dear Pascale,

“We thank you for your essential and profound support throughout my third final pregnancy which was not easy.

During these nine months you knew how to listen to me, support me, encourage me and above all advise me. Despite my professional knowledge, without you I would not have been able to calm down.

Like wise for the day of giving birth at home, the labor was so intense that I never imagined I would need so much support and comfort.

For all this thank you, Thank you again for your words, your gentleness, and your comforting hands on my heart and my body to you, my doula colleague, who knew how to heal my doubts and my power.

I kiss you tenderly ✨Pauline - Fleur de Doula 🌸

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I reached out to Pascale while pregnant with my second baby on the recommendation of a friend. I didn’t have a good first experience in the Dutch system so wanted to get more support with a Doula for this second one. Pascale has been a true listener and provided me with valuable advice in order to prepare the best birth plan for my needs. She listened carefully, guided with her view on holistic health but also respected my husband and I choices for a more medical approach. She helped us navigate our doubts, being a reassuring always-on presence on the phone or attending our medical appointments. Having that one point of contact by our side all along the process brought us serenity, especially the day of the birth. She guided me with powerful breathing exercises. In addition she introduced me to reflexology and Chinese medicine and provided me with amazing massages before and after birth. I will highly recommend her to anyone wanting extra help mentally and physically and overall more control over the birth process in the Dutch system.

_Marion C.

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My wife and I are very grateful for the support Pascale provided us during our pregnancy and labor. She shared her holistic view on health and taking care of oneself with us, and applied it, whilst leaving room for a more traditional or western (medicalized) approach. This was helpful, as this is what you get caught up in when being pregnant in the Netherlands. She takes time and listens, informs and guides, but does not enforce. We will stay in contact in the years to come.

_Glenn W.

Me and my wife were extremely pleased with the service of Pascale. She helped us throughout the pregnancy with weekly prep sessions and assisted us on the day of the delivery - the pleasant delivery experience that my wife had simply would have not been possible without the preparation offered by Pascale and her support on the day. Would definitely recommend her!

_Filippo

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Pascale is a wonderful holistic therapist! She has helped me through some really tough times both physically and mentally and could not recommend her enough! She is so knowledgeable and I don’t know where I would be without her. I also wish I would have had her as my doula for my pregnancy but luckily I still met her I due time for post pregnancy support.

_Camille V.

I met Pascale in the week 37 of my first pregnancy, I was fascinated by our discussion about the human body and meridians, her practice, and its positive impact on my body. I had a very “smooth” delivery after that and for sure the session had helped in preparing my body. When I got pregnant from the second, I didn’t wait too long before getting my first appointment with her again and I went there regularly from then on. Not only was it an improvement / relieve of tensions on the physical side, but Pascale also helped brining a peace of mind by simply remind me putting things in perspective, prioritizing… I decided to ask Pascale as my doula as I knew there were chances I would deliver at home (my first delivery went pretty fast, so there were chances the second would be even faster. I was afraid to be sent to a faraway hospital and in that case, I thought maybe better to stay home), and if I would be home, I would want to have some kind of pain relief: Pascale’s healing hands! I must say I was also quite curious: can these pressure points really relieve the pain of a contraction? does it really work?? Well yes, it does. And Pascale could not even give 100% of her magic because I was mainly lying in bed (I hadn’t eaten enough and was getting dizzy when standing up) while her massages work best when standing / sitting. But STILL, it was working. I immediately felt the difference in the intensity of the contractions. During our first “Doula discussion” she got me full confidence to simply plan the delivery at home. If I wanted to be ready “in case the available hospital would too far” then why not just be simply “ready” full stop. Very happy I made that decision (and rented a bath as well) as it was quite a fast (read: quite intense) delivery. I am also very glad Pascale was there for me, but also for my husband, who felt much more comfortable/ confident having her by our side, as the contractions got quite intense quite fast. He could take care of filling up the pool, and later on give my 2 year-old daughter breakfast and bring her to the creche as if nothing was happening... (she was intrigued by the pool in the living room though!) Last but not least, Pascale brought me the best post-partum lactation cookies ever .When she gave them to me a day or two after delivery, I almost wanted to cry, it was exactly what I was craving for: tea and cookies. Same goes for the caponata a couple of days later. She obviously knew that delicious and healthy food is crucial for a proper recovery! Whether you are at the beginning or the very end of your pregnancy, whether you're interested in the doula perspective or just the meridian massage(s), I highly recommend going to see her, even if you think you don't need it, just go, at least out of curiosity, it can only be a positive experience!

_Morgane B.

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