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"From Overwhelm and Exhaustion to Inner Calm, Energy, and Joy:
My Transformational Motherhood Journey and the Birth of My Unique Approach"
My own first experience with Childbirth and Motherhood
From the Mountains of Oaxaca to Motherhood in Puerto Escondido Mexico
In 2006, I moved from Germany to Puerto Escondido, Mexico, after falling in love with my now-husband.
A year later, we welcomed our first child.
I chose to give birth in a remote mountain hut in Oaxaca, far from modern conveniences and surrounded only by the natural beauty and the support of an exceptional midwife.
This decision, guided by prayer and listening to my intuition, led to a birth experience where I felt genuinely heard, respected, and empowered. The process was both physically demanding and deeply fulfilling, culminating in the birth of my 11-pound son after 36 hours of labor.
However, this powerful start was overshadowed almost immediately after birth. As I transitioned into parenting, I allowed external advice to overshadow my instincts.
Despite my earlier empowering birth experience, I followed rigid schedules for feeding and sleep training, influenced by well-meaning friends and societal expectations. This led to unnecessary distress for both my baby and me.
This experience teached me a critical lesson: while trusting your own intuition and body wisdom for choosing the environment of birth is important, so is trusting one’s own intuition throughout the parenting journey.
This realization was pivotal and laid the foundation for my work as a Doula.
The journey into parenthood is often a bumpy one, confronting us with our shadows, inner wounds, and parts of ourselves we didn’t even know existed. Suddenly, the unresolved aspects of our lives become magnified, inviting us to look at them, heal, release, and connect more deeply with who we truly are. We’re called to let go of the old baggage we've been carrying for too long and step into this new chapter feeling lighter and more connected. This process can feel scary—we may feel like we’re losing ourselves, like we’re failing. But if we allow ourselves the support we all need, if we allow ourselves to be truly seen and loved in a safe space, the healing we undergo not only transforms us but also allows us to break the cycle and avoid passing on the same wounds to our children.
"The vulnerable and powerful time of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is an incredible opportunity to connect more deeply with your true self."
My journey into a thriving Motherhood and Life Reality
.My early years of motherhood were filled with challenges.
I faced exhaustion, health issues, and marital tensions that left me feeling depleted, struggling to be the patient and joyful mother I aspired to be.
Despite the empowering birth experience I had with my first child in the mountains, the reality of early motherhood was far from easy.
As the years went on, my struggles only deepened. By the time I was postpartum with my third child, I had reached a breaking point. I was overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and fatigued, which affected my ability to fully engage with and enjoy my children.
This period of intense struggle also brought underlying marital issues to the surface.
My fear of confronting these problems, driven by the fear of losing everything, resulted in unresolved conflicts, which surfaced as anger and frustration in my parenting.
I realized my struggles went beyond the daily stress of motherhood; they were tied to deeper, unresolved wounds from my past.
My inner child’s unmet needs and my avoidance of addressing marital issues kept me from finding the inner security I so desperately needed.
It was only through deep inner healing that I began to confront these core wounds.
Learning to regulate my nervous system and work through emotional trauma gave me the strength to sit with my truth, speak it, and make necessary changes in my life.
This transformation led to greater empathy, calm, and clarity, allowing me to deeply connect with my children and find joy in our daily lives.
Now, with four children and years of experience as a Doula and EFT Tapping coach, I understand both the profound challenges and immense joys of motherhood.
I recognize the depth of each woman’s struggles and the patterns that can emerge. Through my framework, I help the women I support not only achieve a satisfying birth experience but also thrive in their lives, motherhood, and relationships.
"THE GREATEST GIFT YOU CAN GIVE YOUR CHILDREN IS THE HEALING OF YOUR INNER WOUNDS.
BY BREAKING FREE FROM YOUR OWN LIMITING PATTERNS AND SUBCONSCIOUS CORE BELIEFS, YOU EMPOWER THEM TO STEP INTO THEIR OWN LIVES WITH CONFIDENCE, PEACE, AND EMOTIONAL FREEDOM."
From Personal Struggles to a Transformative Approach in my work as a Birth Doula
My journey has taught me that it is possible to move from depletion and overwhelm to a life of energy, joy, and deep connection with your children and partner. I am here to share the tools and insights that transformed my life, so you too can create a nurturing, fulfilling experience for yourself and your family.
My approach integrates biography work, relationship communication, and body wisdom to support mothers in finding and trusting their own paths.
As a Doula I am dedicated to empowering mothers by helping them navigate their unique journeys, release fears, connect with their inner wisdom, and heal old wounds.
I aim to provide a supportive space where each mother can feel safe to be herself and make choices aligned with her values and needs.
My mission is to honor and support each mother’s intuition, guiding her in crafting a path for her birth and motherhood that feels right for her and her family.
Empowering Mothers Today: My Unique Approach
During my years as a Doula, I realized that while creating a supportive birth environment is essential, it's only the beginning. In 2021, I recognized that my unique integrated approach as a Full Spectrum Doula—combining biography work, relationship communication, and body wisdom—was valuable but often not enough to fully support women in achieving the birth and motherhood they truly desired.
This realization led me to pursue advanced EFT tapping education, allowing me to address the deeper emotional and psychological issues that shape the birth and motherhood experience.
My approach now helps you overcome the emotional challenges, fears, and anxieties that often accompany this journey, transforming struggles into sources of strength and empowerment.
As both an EFT Tapping Coach and Full Spectrum Birth Doula, I support you through every stage of motherhood. Whether you're preparing for birth or navigating the complexities of parenting, I offer the tools and insights to help you heal, connect with your inner wisdom, and create the fulfilling life you envision.
My mission is to empower you to transform your challenges into strength and embrace the authentic mother you are meant to be.
Rediscovering Intimacy After Baby"
“Intimacy is not just about sex;
it's about deep connection and understanding.”
In the whirlwind of post-baby life, finding time and space for intimacy can feel like an elusive dream. But as Audrey Hepburn beautifully said, “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.” Yet, the journey of reconnecting with your partner and rediscovering your own sensuality often involves navigating the challenges of exhaustion and stress. True intimacy is not merely about physical closeness; it's about a deep connection and understanding, as we learn from the insight that “Intimacy is not just about sex; it's about deep connection and understanding.” In this post, we’ll explore how to reignite that spark, balance motherhood with a fulfilling relationship, and cherish the profound joy that comes from a loving partnership.
Have you ever asked friends about post-baby sex life, only to be met with responses like "Sex? What's that?"
As a mom of four, I understand the joys, the exhaustion, and everything in between. I have found myself in the place of feeling drained and disconnected from my sensuality and sexuality.
But a fundamental truth exists: Our Sexuality is connecting us to our vitality and is the glue of relationships. It's a gift that we are meant to enjoy and take care of and which definitely isn't meant to be another point on our to-do list. Staying connected in love is the greatest gift we can give our children, providing them with deep security and happiness.
One of the big obstacles for keeping the flame burning is the high stress levels we are under, caused by our own and societal expectations for perfection, leading to exhaustion. Biologically, our bodies aren't wired for sex during highly stressful times. When cortisol runs high, our sex hormones take a backseat, making it difficult to feel connected to our sensuality.
How do we reclaim pleasure, play, intimacy and the space to let go and enjoy each other?
The key lies in regulating our nervous system, transitioning from a state of stress to one of relaxation and safety. By grounding ourselves, shedding our masks, and honestly expressing our desires and struggles, we create space for connection and intimacy.
Try Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) tapping – a powerful tool for being tuned into your body and turned on with your partner. By tapping into your body's energy system, EFT helps release stress, tensions and stored emotions, allowing you to reignite the spark.
Seeking a way to release stress and tension and reconnect with your partner after having a baby? Book a support session with me today.
“The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.” — Audrey Hepburn
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