Svenja Hester

My name is Svenja and I am a certified postpartum doula serving Dublin City, Dublin North and parts of county Meath.

Originally a teacher from Germany, I spent several years working in the corporate tech world in Dublin. While I had always been fascinated by all things related to antenatal care, my interest deepened during my first pregnancy, which took place in the midst of the COVID-19
pandemic. With no in-person classes, limited interaction with other expectant parents, and uncertainty about what the world would look like once my baby arrived, I devoted much of my time to researching and educating myself.

After the birth of my second child, I experienced a profound shift. Postpartum felt significantly more challenging this time, and with my family living abroad, I began exploring what a more streamlined system of support for parents might look like—both physically and mentally. As a mother of two, I understand the challenges of postpartum recovery and how unique that journey is. With additional training in infant feeding and first aid, I offer holistic support tailored to your needs. I’m especially passionate about nourishing mothers with healthy, homemade meals, helping with light housework, and even caring for your older children if needed.

Being a doula for me includes the continued learning and training of all things antenatal related. Parenthood is both a joy and a challenge, and all emotions are welcome. My commitment is to be there for you, offering a safe space to express whatever you’re feeling. I also provide evidence-based resources to help you navigate this new chapter with confidence.

I am part of the Phoenix Doulas Dublin collective and you can find more information and contact details on our website www.phoenixdoulas.ie. Please do reach out for a free initial chat and I’m so happy you stopped by!