Postpartum care in Berlin
I offer gentle, practical postpartum care (Mütterpflege) for English-speaking families in Berlin. In the weeks after birth, I provide calm, knowledgeable support so you can rest, recover, and get to know your baby while feeling well accompanied in everyday life. My work combines traditional postpartum care (Mütterpflege) with modern, evidence-based knowledge, always with a warm, non-judgmental approach.
What I can do for you
Support during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a special time, but everyday life continues. I can help with household tasks, care for older children, and support you in your daily routine. If you have a high-risk pregnancy, I can take on practical tasks so you can rest and take care of yourself.
Postpartum care and emotional support
The first weeks after birth can bring many feelings, changes, pain, and exhaustion. I support you while you recover and settle into life with your baby. I help you notice your body and your needs. If you wish, I can offer gentle massages, adapted to how you feel and what you need. When your feelings become overwhelming, I am there to listen.
Support after pregnancy loss or stillbirth
A miscarriage or stillbirth is a deep physical and emotional experience. During this difficult time, I accompany you, give your grief space, and stay with you through what feels impossible to bear. While everyday life continues around you, I can take care of necessary tasks for you or do them together with you.
Household tasks, shopping, and meals
So you can focus on yourself and your baby, I can help with laundry, tidying, and shopping. I can also prepare fresh, nourishing meals based on your tastes and preferences, helping you regain your strength.
Breastfeeding, formula feeding, and baby care
I support you with breastfeeding and help you find a comfortable position for feeding. I can accompany you in caring for your baby, from the first bath to bedtime routines. If you feed your baby with formula, I can answer practical questions about formula feeding. If you wish, I can also show you how to give your baby a gentle massage.
Costs & health insurance provider (Krankenkasse) for postpartum care (Mütterpflege)
My care as a postpartum caregiver (Mütterpflege) costs 55 euros per hour, plus statutory VAT. Since every family has its own needs, we can put together an individual care package. Please feel free to talk to me about your wishes and expectations so we can find the support that suits you best.
When the health insurance provider (Krankenkasse) pays
A health insurance provider (Krankenkasse) may approve postpartum care by a postpartum caregiver (Mütterpflege), particularly in the following situations:
- severe pregnancy sickness with frequent vomiting
- premature contractions or threatened premature birth
- medically prescribed rest or bed rest
- severe pain or significant restrictions in mobility
- reduced ability to cope after a caesarean section
- severe birth injuries or significant discomfort after childbirth
- pronounced physical exhaustion
- medically treated and certified psychological distress after childbirth
Your partner must not be on parental leave. If your partner works from home and is therefore not fully available for household tasks and childcare, approval may still be possible.
To have the costs covered by your health insurance provider (Krankenkasse), you need a doctor’s certificate confirming the medical necessity. Speak to your midwife, gynaecologist, general practitioner ( Hausarzt ), or the staff at your maternity hospital. Together with you, they can assess whether postpartum care (Mütterpflege) may be covered by your health insurance provider (Krankenkasse) and what needs to be done next.
If you would like, I can help you complete the application for your health insurance provider (Krankenkasse).
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.