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Birth Nest

Welcome to Birth Nest!

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 Personalized care and support for a confident, empowered pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. All packages and services are flexible and can be tailored to meet your specific needs, experiences, and circumstances. 


Birth is a unique event, and I am here to follow your lead and empower you to achieve the birth experience you desire.


I believe every woman deserves the support she needs. I offer a sliding scale and payment plans for those who require it. Please contact me for more information.

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In-person, Online, or over the Phone. 30 - 45 minutes.

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Offerings Overview

"Essential Care" Basic Doula Support

"Essential Care" Basic Doula Support

"Essential Care" Basic Doula Support

 Practical, reliable doula support for parents who want steady guidance, hands-on help, and a calm, experienced presence through birth and early postpartum. 

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"Embraced Nest" Signature Care

"Essential Care" Basic Doula Support

"Essential Care" Basic Doula Support

 Comprehensive doula care beyond essentials, with deeper prenatal preparation, emotional connection, and nurturing support before and after birth. 

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"Complete Journey" Doula

"Essential Care" Basic Doula Support

"Embodied Nest" Premium Care

 The ultimate doula package with extended postpartum care, nourishing meals, and presence that eases the transition for busy families or those without nearby support. 

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"Embodied Nest" Premium Care

"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

"Embodied Nest" Premium Care

 A transformational doula and BirthMind coaching journey with biweekly and weekly mindset sessions, deep emotional preparation, and full-spectrum support. 

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"Immediate Comfort" Package

"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

 Last-minute doula support that gives you calm, continuous care during labor and postpartum—even if you decide late in pregnancy.  Bookings from 36 weeks on.

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"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

 Holistic postpartum doula support with emotional presence, recovery rituals, and nourishing meals so you can rest, heal, and bond with your baby. 

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"Rooted Nest" Virtual Care

"Rooted Nest" Virtual Care

"Rooted Nest" Virtual Care

  Virtual doula care for families who want expert guidance, emotional support, and steady connection—without in-person birth attendance. 

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"Essentials Care” - Basic Doula Support

Price: 1390€

For families who want straightforward, reliable doula care (in Hilversum, Amsterdam, Utrecht and cities around) without unnecessary extras. Essentials Care gives you everything you need to feel supported and prepared in pregnancy, birth, and early postpartum, without stretching beyond your budget. Perfect if you already feel confident in your birth preparation, or if you simply want solid, hands-on support in the Netherlands from someone who will be there fully for you. With this package you still receive the same warmth, knowledge, and presence I bring to every client—it’s the foundation of my care.

 

Includes:

  • Free introduction meeting (30–45 min)
  • 2 prenatal meetings (2h each): expectations, birthing preferences, relaxation/breathing, pain management, postpartum planning
  • Optional meeting with your midwife/healthcare provider
  • Unlimited contact by text or email
  • 24/7 on call from week 38
  • Continuous labor support (regardless of length)
  • Immediate postpartum support after birth
  • 1 brief postpartum video call (30 min, first week)
  • 1 postpartum visit (3–6 weeks after birth) to reflect on your journey
  • Optional birth photos & videos (I’m not a professional photographer)


*Parking + traveling outside Hilversum are excluded!

If you live outside of Hilversum a travel fee of   € 0.25  (excl. VAT) per km will be charged when I come to you.

**All prices include BTW

Steady foundation of support

Straightforward, reliable doula care covering pregnancy, birth, and postpartum basics 

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"Embraced Nest” - Signature Doula Care

Price: 2250€

The package where the little details make the biggest difference. Embraced Nest offers deeper preparation, extra connection, and nurturing support for both pregnancy and postpartum that can transform your journey into parenthood. This is for families who want to feel held, guided, and truly cared for—not just during birth, but also in the tender days leading up to it and the first moments afterward. With compassionate doula care and thoughtful touches, this package makes the transition into parenthood smoother and more supported.

 

Includes everything from Essentials Care, plus:

  • 3 prenatal meetings, instead of 2 (2x 2h, 1x 60min)
  • Dedicated birth planning + postpartum planning
  • Weekly short video/call check-ins from 36 weeks
  • 24/7 on call from week 37 on.
  • 1 “Overdue” session if desired
  • 1 extra brief postpartum meeting (45 min, first week) + nourishing postpartum homemade meal


*Parking + traveling outside Hilversum are excluded!

If you live outside of Hilversum a travel fee of   € 0.25  (excl. VAT) per km will be charged when I come to you.

**All prices include BTW

Feel fully supported

With more preparation and presence, this package is designed for families who want a calm, confident journey from start to finish

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"Complete Journey” - Maxi Doula Support

Price: 3190€

For families who want to be carried through the transition into parenthood with extra presence, nourishment, and care. Complete Journey is especially supportive for expats in the Netherlands, busy parents, or those without a strong local network - it’s about making sure you are not alone in those first fragile weeks. With postpartum meals, extended care, and focused planning, you can rest, recover, and bond with your baby while knowing everything else is taken care of. This package gives you the time, space, and nurturing you need to begin your postpartum journey feeling steady and supported. 


Includes everything from Embraced Nest, plus:

  • 1 nutrition-focused visit / video call to prepare postpartum meals
  • 3 homemade nutritious meals (7 portions) delivered by 38 weeks (or cooked fresh at your place if desired)
  • 3 postpartum care visits (3–4h each) within the first 21 days


*Parking + traveling outside Hilversum are excluded!

If you live outside of Hilversum a travel fee of   € 0.25  (excl. VAT) per km will be charged when I come to you.

**All prices include BTW

Extra presence when it matters

Combining deep postpartum care, nourishment, and continuity so you are never alone

Begin Your Supported Journey

“Immediate Comfort” Last-Minute Doula Package

Price: 990€

 Sometimes the decision to invite a doula comes late in pregnancy - and that’s completely okay. Immediate Comfort is designed for families in Hilversum and nearby who realize close to the due date that they want professional, compassionate birth support. Whether your preparation feels complete or you simply want someone by your side when it matters most, this package ensures you’re not alone. Flexible, simple, and focused on what counts: steady care, calm presence, and reassurance during birth. 

We can discuss the addition of more meetings and services (you will pay for them separately).


Includes:

  • Bookings from 36 weeks of pregnancy on.
  • Free introduction call (45 min)
  • 1 prenatal meeting (2h)
  • Weekly check-ins from 36 weeks
  • Unlimited contact from 36 weeks on
  • 24/7 on call from week 38
  • Continuous labor support (regardless of length)
  • 1 postpartum video call (30 min, first week)
  • 1 postpartum visit (90 min, 4–6 weeks after birth)


*Parking + traveling outside Hilversum are excluded!

If you live outside of Hilversum a travel fee of   € 0.25  (excl. VAT) per km will be charged when I come to you.

**All prices include BTW

Support at the last minute

For families who decide late in their pregnancy that they want a doula by their side. Flexible, simple, and focused on steady care during birth

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“The Embodied Nest” – Premium Transformational Doula Care

Price: 5090€

Deep, intimate support for your mind, body, and baby.

The Embodied Nest is for those who want to go beyond standard doula support and truly immerse themselves in the journey of pregnancy, birth, and becoming parents. It’s a deeply transformational, premium package where we work closely together through BirthMind coaching, tailored preparation, and intimate emotional support. If you want to not only prepare for birth but also grow, connect, and discover yourself more fully in the process - this is for you. A true investment in yourself, your baby, and your family’s beginning.


Includes everything from Embraced Nest, plus:

  • 2 BirthMind (45-60min) sessions in first trimester
  • 6 BirthMind (45-60min) sessions (biweekly) in second trimester
  • 9–10 BirthMind (45-60min) sessions (weekly) in third trimester
  • 3 postpartum integration sessions
  • Mindset + emotional support for self, partner, and baby connection
  • Guided visualizations, meditations, and tailored mindset tools
  • 24/7 support in late pregnancy
  • Full labor support (in-person if local, virtual if abroad)
  • Optional add-ons: sibling prep, meal planning, specialist referrals


*Parking + traveling outside Hilversum are excluded!

If you live outside of Hilversum a travel fee of   € 0.25  (excl. VAT) per km will be charged when I come to you.

**All prices include BTW

Deep, transformational support

Premium doula care with unique preparation, deep connection and intimate emotional support

Start Your Journey

“Rooted Nest” Virtual Doula Care

Price: 750€ - 1200€

Distance doesn’t have to mean disconnection. Rooted Nest is a virtual doula package offering grounded, personalized birth support wherever you are in the world. Perfect for international families, expats, second-time parents, or those with strong local support who still want an experienced doula to guide them. Through video sessions, birth planning tools, and real-time emotional anchoring, you’ll feel prepared and supported throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum—without needing in-person presence.


Basic (€750):

  • Free intro call (45 min)
  • 3 virtual prenatal sessions (60–75 min)
  • 1 Partner Power session (60 min)
  • Birth wishes & planning support
  • Custom birth visualization (audio)
  • WhatsApp/text/audio support from 38–42 weeks
  • 2 virtual postpartum sessions (45 min each)
  • 3 weeks of message check-ins postpartum


Full Journey (€1,200):

Includes everything in Basic, plus:

  • 4th virtual prenatal session
  • 2 personalized affirmation/support voice notes
  • On-call 24/7 support (38–42 weeks)
  • Up to 6 hours of real-time virtual labor support
  • 6 weeks of postpartum messaging support
  • Priority response during labor & postpartum


*All prices include BTW

Grounded doula support

Personalized virtual doula care with on-call labor support and postpartum guidance when you need it most 

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‍"Nurturing Nest" Postpartum Support

Price: 1850€

Postpartum is a time of healing, change, and deep transformation—and no one should walk it alone.
The Nurturing Nest package offers postpartum doula support in Hilversum and surrounding areas, combining emotional presence, practical help, and nourishing meals so you can truly rest, recover, and bond with your baby.

This care is especially meaningful for new mothers, expat families in the Netherlands, or parents without a nearby support system, providing a soft landing into parenthood with holistic guidance and hands-on help.

Every family’s journey is unique, which is why this care is tailored to your needs—whether you need gentle recovery support, an extra pair of hands with your baby, or simply someone who listens and holds space for you.


I understand that each family's journey and needs are unique, which is why my postpartum care is adaptable to suit your individual preferences. Our sessions can be customized to include a variety of supportive elements, such as:

  • Emotional Support: A listening ear and guidance to explore your motherhood journey, process birth, and adjust to personal changes.
  • Physical Support: Hands-on baby care, massage, belly binding, and recovery aids like foot baths, sitz baths, yoni steaming, and gentle movement.
  • Mental Support: Guided meditations, relaxation techniques, and coaching to resolve parenthood worries and connect to your new self.
  • Practical Support: Meal planning, nutritious snacks, herbal teas, sibling/pet care, light housekeeping, and referrals to specialists.

 

Nurturing Nest Package includes:

 

  • Free Introduction Meeting (45 minutes).
  • 1x postpartum planning session (before baby is born) 
  • 5x 3-4 hours long postnatal care sessions within the first 8 weeks postpartum.
  • Meal preparation: 3 homemade nutritious meals (7 portions) to freeze delivered by 38 week for your first week of postpartum. (Can be also cooked fresh at your place if desired) You will choose the meals from the provided recipes list.


Additional Postnatal Home Support 

3h (1day) - €150 

Every hour above 3 hours in a day: €39 / hour, minimum 3 hours per day.

Multiple session discounts:

5–7 sessions → 10% off → €135 per session

8–10 sessions → 20% off → €120 per session

10+ sessions → 30% off → €105 per session


*Parking + traveling outside Hilversum are excluded!

If you live outside of Hilversum a travel fee of   € 0.25  (excl. VAT) per km will be charged when I come to you.

**All prices include BTW

Care that continues after birth

Nurturing and holistic postpartum support with nourishing meals and recovery tools to ease your transition as a new parent 

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Not sure which package fits best?

If you’re not sure which package is right for you, don’t worry.  I’m here to guide you through your options so you can make a choice with confidence and peace of mind. We can walk through the differences together and find the support that feels best for your family. 

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Joanna Krolak

Phone: +31 (0) 642526531

Email: info@birthnest.nl

KvK: 82216649

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