Doula | Birth  

One Beginning
 At A Time...

Life moving from the spark of conception, into the arms of the world is a journey of immense power & deep vulnerability

There is wisdom in honoring this transition with great care

As a birthkeeper,

I offer steady presence & continuous support through the ceremony of birth, walking alongside you with physical, emotional & spiritual support throughout pregnancy & postpartum. My role is to help facilitate an atmosphere that may support & promote a greater sense of confidence & safety, that allows you to access more of your own resources - while supporting you in staying connected & present in your body. Birth is a deeply transformative experience for the baby moving from womb to world, & for the mother who is too, born anew. I am here in service of this transition, to help soften the passage, protect the space around it & hold this profound threshold of change with care, reverence & respect.

Birth was the beginning to all of us.
It is sacred & should be treated as so.

how i can support you

  • Pregnancy



    body work:
    Holistic massage / Rebozo sifting / Reiki

    Spinning Babies

    Emotional support

    Prenatal Yoga & guided meditations


    Birth Preparation course with partner


    Ritual

    somatic movement & Dance

    deep relaxation & energy balancing:
    breath work
    soundbath / drum journey

    Voice work

    Mother Blessing Ceremony (organizing/spaceholding)

  • Birth

    Birth companionship

    I work with the principle of least interference, while responding intuitively to what is needed


    Continuous Presence


    natural pain relief through Touch / acupressure

    Breath guidance

    Advocacy & communication with medical staff

    Use of sound/voice guidance

    Practical help


    Movement & birth-position guidance

    Sound Frequencies


    Birth songs & prayers




    Spinning Babies

    Support for partner/birth companion involved

    Simple photo & video documentation

  • Postpartum

    Home visits

    touch:
    Massage/Reiki/subtle holding

    Emotional Integration

    Practical help
    cooking/cleaning
    newborn care - a free space for Mother

    food delivery

    Postpartum ritual / Closing of the Bones Ceremony

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The Doula effect

Why Having a Doula Matters

Having a Doula by your side can make a significant difference, not just in birth outcomes, but in how you feel about your own experience.

For most of human history, birth happened in natural environments, spaces of deep trust & continuous support from women.
Today, much of that has shifted into medicalized environments where staff rotate between shifts & support can feel  impersonal and/or invasive..

As a Doula, I stay with you the whole time whether birth lasts a few hours or a few days; offering steady presence & strong faith in your process.

Through our meetings during pregnancy, we get to know each other. You begin to sense my presence & I come to know you & your story.

When a birthing woman feels safe, her body softens, breath deepens & the rhythm of birth can naturally unfold with a greater ease

How we deal with the intensity of birth is shaped by our unique stories, deeply imprinted in the body & reflected in its response mechanisms. I believe in & support birth approaches that respect the birthing woman's autonomy, recognize birth as a natural process & integrate nervous system & trauma awareness in the meeting with both mother & child I believe in least possible interference, allowing the birthing body to remain as undisturbed as possible, allowing the primal force to take over.

I accompany both home births & hospital births. Where & how you choose to give birth is deeply personal. I do not interfere with this choice but I openly share my experiences when invited & I am passionate about helping mothers & their birth companion understand their choices, the principle of informed consent & the procedures & interventions they may encounter within the hospital system.

Preparing for these possibilities beforehand can make it easier to navigate decisions during the intensity of labor.

Especially within a hospital setting,
I believe that the continuous presence & steadiness of a Doula can make a meaningful difference.

What clients say

  • “I couldn’t have asked for better support, presence, or care than what Aida gave me. When I hear stories of traumatic birth experiences and poor care, I feel even more grateful that I had the complete opposite experience. The collaboration between the hospital staff and Aida was seamless, making the entire birth an experience I would gladly go through again. The calm, focus, support, and care Aida provided me during labor - both physically and mentally - were unique and steady, holding so much love. She honored my wishes for a peaceful and harmonious birth environment, free from stress, creating an incredibly safe atmosphere that I will always remember with deep love. We are forever grateful to her for creating a loving space where my son had his first encounter with the world.I truly wish that everyone could be as lucky as I was in such a vulnerable and new situation. If you’re considering a Doula, you no longer need to wonder if it’s worth it - because it absolutely is,many times over..”

    -Lina Pedersen

  • “I had Aida as my Doula from third trimester, and I am so happy and grateful that I gave myself the gift of having her support. Before the birth, I received massages and had someone to talk to, and during the birth, she was there to support and assist me. As a single mother, I knew I would need birth support. Aida came to me in the middle of the night when labor started, ensuring I got to the hospital safely. She helped with everything practical and most importantly, offered me emotional support. At the hospital, she was an incredible help in communicating with the midwives as well as using techniques and pressure points to support me through the birth process. I felt safe and deeply cared for in Aida's presence. She is a very empathetic woman who sees and listens with her heart. At the same time, she is organized and practical, which allowed me to relax and let go of control when I needed to. She was also there for me after birth, offering support, comforting words and practical help - something I will be forever grateful for. I wholeheartedly recommend Aida for you who wish to have a warm, nurturing, and loving support for yourself, your child, and your family.”

    -Katrine Muktini

  • Aida's incredible knowledge of women, the sacredness, and the magic of birth and new life has roots deep in the earth. I could feel I was in good hands and experienced an incredible sense of safety and support from her throughout the entire birth, both at home and in the hospital. Aida truly sees the birthing woman and instinctively knows what is needed and how to be of service. I am deeply grateful to have had Aida with me during our birth and highly and warmly recommend her services.”

    -Veronika Langmo Tanfi

  • “It is an incredibly loving and powerful support Aida provides as a Doula, on so many levels - practical, spiritual, emotional, and physical. We are forever grateful that she accompanied us on our journey to bring our son earthside”

    - Nosizwe Baqwa

  • "I'll admit that I didn’t really know what a doula was when I was told we would have one at the birth of our daughter. Now I know very well - or at least, what Aida does. Our birth became quite tough, and Aida was like a suspension bridge over wild river. She calmed the atmosphere when things got difficult, had a wonderful communication with the midwives and doctors, and held the fort when the storm was at its worst. Aida was there with us every step of the way during the entire birth – without ever 'being in the way'. She took care of the heavy lifting, which gave us so much more time for each other, for care, love, and warmth. It simply wouldn’t have been the same without Aida. What a woman. What an incredible service she offers. It’s truly something else. I am so incredibly grateful for everything she did"

    -Marcus (father of two)

  • "Having aida by my side during my birth, and receiving prenatal massages from her throughout my pregnancy, was deeply nourishing and truly such a blessing. she brings a grounded, warm, caring and comforting presence that made me feel genuinely held, nurtured and supported. one of my most precious memories is hearing her beautiful voice as she sang and played guitar while i birthed my placenta and held my baby during our first golden hours together. it was such a tender and healing moment that i will never forget. aida also prepared warm nourishing meals for my postpartum, which felt incredibly supportive during such a delicate and transformative time. i wholeheartedly recommend working with aida as your doula. her presence , care and devotion are truly special."

    - Mia Leonard

  • "Having Aida there throughout the entire birth gave me such a strong sense of safety. She supported me through the contractions at home until it was time to go to the hospital. When we arrived, the birth unit was extremely busy, and during the first few hours the midwife was rarely able to be present. It was incredibly reassuring to have Aida there with me. It became a long birth, 26 hours in total until our baby was born - and we went through several different midwives. Having Aida there as a steady and continuous presence throughout the whole process meant so much. The birth also unfolded very differently from what I had imagined and eventually ended in a cesarean, as the baby was stuck in my pelvis. It gave me peace of mind knowing that, together with Aida, I had tried everything we could before having the cesarean. She guided me through Spinning babies techniques and did rebozo exercizes in an attempt to help the baby change position. I think it would have been much harder for me mentally to go through the cesarean without having Aida there. Even though the birth did not unfold the way I had hoped, it was not marked by fear. I felt strong and confident in my choices, and had Aida by my side to support me in conversations with the medical team. I wholeheartedly recommend her!"

    -Maria Hviding

research on continuous support during labour shows:

  • A lower likelihood of medical interventions, including
    episiotomy (surgical cut to the vaginal opening),
    assisted vaginal delivery with vaacum or forceps
    & cesarean birth

  • Shorter labors & less need for pain medication

  • A greater sense of confidence, safety & empowerment during birth

  • Less risk of birth trauma

  • emotional well-being & more positive postpartum

  • Reduced emotional & physical pressure on the partner or birth companion

…beyond the statistics,

what families remember the most is how they were held, seen & cared for in a vulnerable time.

  Rituals & Ceremonies

Closing of the Bones Ceremony                                      
The Closing of the Bones is an ancient ritual that holds the intention of supporting cyclical transition - a closing of a cycle.

Traditionally, from Mexico, but also practiced in other parts of the world, it is a ritual held to help a mother return to herself, physically, emotionally & spiritually after the vast opening of a birth.

It is also offered as a ritual to help process & close a cycle of grief/loss/transition, for all women, not only mothers. 

Through touch, rocking & wrapping the body with rebozos,
this ceremony supports integration, grounding, & honoring the profound transition the woman has been through.

It can take between 2,5 - 3,5 hours.
The ceremony is held by myself & my fellow Doula,  ‘Thea annestad’. 

Within the ceremony, I can also offer optional energetic balancing using the isis pendelum,
supporting the restoration of free flow.

Mother Blessing

A sacred gathering to honor the rite of passage into motherhood.
The focus is on the mother & the transformation she is going through.

Creating a strong field of loving support in the presence of her loved ones, she is nurtured through ritual, blessings, song, touch, & shared intentions, Creating a powerful space of love & authentic connection to fill her cup before birth.

The ceremony has roots in indigenous traditions & consists of different elements .
it may be planned in advance or offered as a surprise. 

I can help organize the mother blessing and/or hold the space for the ceremony.

If you feel called to receive my support,

whether you are planning a hospital birth or home birth, whether this is your first child or not - i warmly invite you to to connect with me.

Our first meeting is free of charge & without obligation. This is an important space to feel into our chemistry, explore your needs & see if my energy & offerings align with what feels good for you.

If we’re not the right fit, I will gladly connect you with other trusted birth workers.

If you decide to have me as your Doula, I will check my availability around your due date & reserve three weeks surrounding your estimated birth. During that time, I remain on call & fully available when you need me.

You can choose from different birth support packages, based on the level of prenatal & postpartum care you feel called to receive & what best fits your circumstances.

Continuity creates safety, trust & connection

That’s why I recommend a minimum of three prenatal sessions before labor. These sessions may include:

  • Birth Preparation course with partner

  • Therapeutic body work/massage

  • Breath awareness, Sound & relaxation

  • Other supportive practices and if desired, rituals tailored to your journey.

if you wish, our work together can also focus solely on pregnancy support & postpartum care.

How does it work?

Book a free 15 min call

Pricing & Packages

individual pregnancy & postpartum sessions :

1 hour kr 1.150

1,5 hour kr 1.550

2 hours kr 1.950

3 hours kr. 2.850

  • in-person sessions take place in Nesodden or at the client’s home by agreement.

  • Travel fees may apply depending on location

  • the on-call period is included in all are birth packages

  • additional on-call days:
    KR 600 per day

Book a session

    • free first meeting 60 min

    • three prenatal sessions 90 min:
      massage / guidance/ birth preparation

    • on-call full availability 14 days (3500kr for extra week)


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    • continuous support through birth

    • 2 hour post partum visit



      PRICE: Kr 24.000



      note: it is common to book extra services with this package

    • free first meeting 60 min

    • four pre-natal sessions of
      2 hours each

    • on call full availability
      21 days around your due

    • continuous support through birth

    • 4 hours postpartum visit


    PRICE: Kr 33.000

    • free first meeting 60 min

    • 12 hours of
      Pregnancy & Postpartum support
      -choose between all services I offer

    • on-call with full availability
      3 weeks around due

    • access to three
      group sessions of deep relaxation
      Sound Bath
      & Parasympathetic Breathwork
      at Northern Light Yoga(Oslo)

    • continuous support through birth

    • Closing of The Bones
      (post partum ceremony      )

      Price: Kr 39.000

    • free first meeting 60 min

    • 16 hours of following you up
      Pregnancy & Postpartum :::
      you choose how to distribute the time and choose between all services I offer

    • free access to weekly sessions of ‘Sound Bath & Gentle Breath work’ at
      Northern Light Yoga (Oslo)

    • Mother Blessing Ceremony
      organization & spaceholding

    • on-call with full availability 3 weeks around your due date

    • continuous support through birth

    • Closing of The Bones
      (post partum ceremony)

      Price: Kr 44.400

  • Sometimes unexpected needs for support arise.

    Perhaps you had decided not to have a Doula,
    but suddenly feel it would be beneficial during your labour.



    In this case,
    you can always reach out to me.



    If I am available,
    I will come and support you through birth and stay for a couple of hours after your baby is born.



    Price: kr 10.000

    • 7,5 hours in total

    3 home visits

    Or one day 7,5 hours

    PRICE : 6000 kr

  • 10 hours in total

    3 - 5 home visits

    • 1 batch postpartum meal delivery included

      Price: kr 11.000

    • 20 hours in total

    I come to your home to support you

    you choose how to distribute the time

    COMMON:

    • 2 visits
      5 hours per week for a month

      • 2 batches of post partum food delivery

      Price: kr 18.000

Accessibility

I deeply believe that every woman should have access to continuous holistic support during pregnancy, birth & the first 40 days after.  

In an ideal world, Doulas would be an essential part of healthcare, freely available to all & our official birthing systems would work in favour of Mother & child in a holistic way.

Since that is not yet the case, I set my prices to reflect the time, energy, studies, experience & dedication I pour into my work.
I know that financial circumstances vary. 
Over the years, I’ve had difficult conversations with women who long for support but feel it’s beyond their reach & what they can afford.  
This has been heartbreaking, & I’ve had to find a balance between honoring my work and keeping it accessible.
If you feel called to work with me,  but face financial limitations, you can still reach out. 
I am open to discussing flexible payment plans & alternative solutions  to make this support possible for you.

Every journey is unique and so is the support you may need. 

It is possible to create a customized birth/postpartum package tailored to your wishes & circumstances.  
Reach out & together we can find what feels best for you.

My Path to Becoming a

Doula / Birthkeeper

My journey began already when I was a little girl, with a deep curiosity & fascination about  how we arrive here & the first moments.. I felt a strong pull toward the mystery of life & death & that fascination never left me.
Later, as an adult, I found myself living in ways that didn’t fully honour my body or soul.  Painful patterns & disconnection led me inward into a journey of deep healing.  
 
In that space, I also felt a call to return to that childhood knowing & reconnect with the birth realm.
I am a certified Doula & child birth educator, with a 2 year education from the official Doula School in Oslo, many courses,
personal research & studies of traditional/holistic midwifery & indigenous ways + 8 years of work experience, since 2018.  
 
 I use my sensitivity, my life experience & all tools I have in my toolbox to serve this work which I concider very sacred.
Some people have asked how I can be a Doula
 without having physical children of my own.

For me, this path feels both intuitive & embodied.
I feel attuned to the pregnant & birthing body - the raw, honest movements of life, the subtle cues & energy that flows when space is truly held.
I bow with devotion to the force of maternal love, 
the most powerful force we have.  When we honor this force & meet birth as sacred and natural,  supporting rather than controlling, I deeply believe that we we help sow peace in the world.

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