Welcome to my doula page, I'm glad you're here.
I'm looking forward to connecting with you and I hope to have the privilege of being your doula, supporting, advising and accompanying you in this unique time of pregnancy, birth, and the first few weeks of motherhood and family life.
My name is Irit Fine, I am a mother of three kids who are now 20, 16 and 13 years old. I'm originally Swiss but have lived in Israel for many years.
For me, being a Doula is all about accompanying you on your magical journey of pregnancy and childbirth and allowing you to feel free and supported just the way you need.
My name is Irit Fine, I am a mother of three kids who are now 20, 16 and 13 years old. I'm originally Swiss but have lived in Israel for many years.
I own a contemporary art gallery based in Tel Aviv and Zurich, through which I accompany artists in their career and journey. Since moving to Zürich 8 years ago, I became a Doula, which has become a very meaningful part of my self-fulfillment and realization as a woman. For me, being a doula is all about allowing you to feel free and supported just the way you need.
Welcome to my doula page, I'm glad you're here.
I'm looking forward to connecting with you and I hope to have the privilege of being your doula, supporting, advising and accompanying you in this unique time of pregnancy, child labor, and the first few weeks of motherhood and family life.
When I accompany you, we usually meet a few times during the 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy. I will get to know you and your partner and understand your values and wishes. Through the guided preparation for birth, listening to your preferences, fantasies, doubts, fears and previous experiences, a bond of trust is formed which will allow me to support you and strengthen your confidence so that you will experience the birth of your child in a profound and meaningful way.
During Birth
I will accompany you already at home during the initial stage of labor and we leave together to the hospital or birth center. I will remain present during the whole process of the birth, regardless of the time it should take and will provide you with emotional and practical support. The Doula also guides the partner for a meaningful and active involvement during birth, as to prevent him from feeling helpless and unneeded. Sometimes a medical intervention is necessary and inevitable. If this is the case, I will help you and empower you to have a positive birth experience, one where you feel honored and respected throughout your journey.
During Birth
I will accompany you already at home during the initial stage of labor and we leave together to the hospital or birth center. I will remain present during the whole process of the birth, regardless of the time it should take and will provide you with emotional and practical support. The Doula also guides the partner for a meaningful and active involvement during birth, as to prevent him from feeling helpless and unneeded. Sometimes a medical intervention is necessary and inevitable. If this is the case, I will help you and empower you to have a positive birth experience, one where you feel honored and respected throughout your journey.
After Birth
We will meet a few times after birth and will review the birthing experience. I will remain at your disposal for any question you might have during these first months. Following the saying “it takes a village to raise a child” I will support the family wherever needed.
“Having a positive birth experience is something that extends well beyond the hours of labor and delivery. It will gift you with positive memories that will reflect on your bonding with your baby, your health and well-being, and the spirit you bring to your growing family.” – Lara Gomez
These beautiful ceremonies offered can be booked for yourself, your daughter, a friend or anyone close to whom you would like to treat with a unique and special experience.
Blessingway
Blessingway is a unique and most beautiful ceremony to honor and bless the expectant mother! A women circle (close friends and family) comes together to bless and embrace you with love. This ceremony can take place anytime before birth.
Closing of the Bones
The Closing of the Bones is a postnatal ceremony offered after birth, that brings the mother back to herself through ritual. It offers the space and support for her to return to her own body after having experienced pregnancy and childbirth. The ceremony usually takes place a few weeks after the birth.
Womb Blessing
Womb Blessings and Womb Healings are beautiful personal ceremonies and energy attunements as a celebration of our femininity, a path of deep healing/awakening or empowering or celebration of first menstruation or menopause, or simply a monthly sanctuary to restore our energies.
An individual birth preparation course will help you to get acquainted with the different stages of pregnancy and birth. It is a personal and intimate course that will guide you through the birthing process and the orchestration of the hormones for a natural birth. I will instruct you about possible positions for labour, birthing breathing practices and other techniques that will help alleviate pain. We will elaborate on relaxation and visualization, movements and how your partner can support you.
Irit hat uns als Doula mit ihrer tiefen, warmen und ruhigen Art wundervoll im Geburtsprozess begleitet. Sie war sie sehr präsent und verlässlich und hat uns jederzeit das Gefühl gegeben, dass sie sich voll für uns einsetzen würde - wie eine Löwenmama. Unsere Wünsche aber auch unsere Bedenken hat sie von Beginn weg erfasst und uns geholfen, gut mit diesen umzugehen.
Having Irit around during my second pregnancy and delivery was very reassuring. She helped us to relax, to stay present and enjoy the uniqueness of the experience; we enjoyed very much being pregnant and approached the birth feeling blessed and confident. Irit was always there for me when I needed her on the phone or eye-to-eye.
On the day of birth I felt supported but at the same time I felt I had my own space and privacy. Her warm and positive attitude was very helpful when having doubts or fears. Irit was reassuring not only for me but also for my husband, she helped him to navigate the situation and staying calm.
I was not afraid to be myself or open up - Irit accepted our feelings and embraced them guiding us with her wise advice. Having her over felt always like having a close relative that comes to check on us and show support.
Ich bin unglaublich dankbar, dass du mich bei der Geburt unseres ersten Kindes begleitet hast, ich wünschte, alle hätten dieses Glück. Deine kraftvolle Präsenz hat mir das Vertrauen gegeben eine lange Geburt guten Mutes und selbstbestimmt zu erleben. Ich erzähle gerne und mit leuchtenden Augen von diesem Erlebnis.
Besonders beeindruckt hat mich, wie es vom ersten Moment an geklickt hat. Ich war mit Wehen zuhause in der Badewanne, als ich Dich angerufen habe und von da an hast du uns durch jede Wehe begleitet. Wir kannten uns nur von einem Videocall, denn du bist für meine ursprüngliche Doula eingesprungen.
Danke für die Massagen, deine Vorschläge für Positionen und Bewegungen und dass du einfach immer da warst. Am Schluss ist unser Kind per Kaiserschnitt auf die Welt gekommen und du warst neben mir und wir haben uns gemeinsam vorgestellt, wie wir eine Reise zu einem japanischen Tempel machen statt uns im OP auf die Geschehnisse zu konzentrieren.
Den ersten Kuss von meinem Kind vergesse ich nie, mir kommen jetzt beim Aufschreiben schon wieder die Tränen.
Having Irit by our side during the birth of our daughter was an absolute blessing.
Her unwavering support, calm spirit, and experience made us feel safe and cared for throughout the entire process. Even after the birth, she continued to be a pillar of support for us. We are incredibly grateful for her presence, as she played a crucial role in helping us have the best possible birthing experience. Looking back, we feel truly blessed to have had her by our side every step of the way.
Irit hat uns vor, während und nach der Geburt mit ihrer ehrlichen und feinfühligen Art als Doula professionell unterstütz. Sie war stets verfügbar, hat uns sogar auf Wunsch an wichtige Gespräche zur Vorbereitung der Geburt begleitet.
Ihre Betreuung vor, während und nach der Geburt war für uns enorm wertvoll. Wir haben uns gut aufgehoben gefühlt bei ihr. Es gibt so viele Informationen und Meinungen rund um das Thema Schwangerschaft, Geburt und Zeit danach. Da ist es hilfreich eine Doula wie Irit an der Seite zu haben, die einem durchführt. Und auch heute, fast drei Jahre nach der Geburt unserer Tochter können wir auf sie zählen, wenn wir Sie brauchen. Wir lieben ihre einfühlsame, ruhige und auch pragmatische Art. Irit ist Reich an Wissen rund um das Thema Geburt und Familie. Einfach wunderschön, wie sie diese Werte verkörpert. Wir sind dankbar für ihre liebe Unterstützung.
After a difficult first birth, we knew we wanted to approach birth differently with our second. We met with a few Doulas before finally choosing to work with Irit, and we could not be more happy with our choice! Not only did we have a great birth experience, Irit also helped us greatly in preparing for life after the birth (both mentally and physically) and in transitioning to a family of 4.
During the birth itself, Irit was a true partner in our journey to bring our daughter into the world. We felt very supported and encouraged, without interfering with our intimacy in this special event Her gentle and sensitive presence also earned the respect of the medical team at the hospital. We feel so lucky to have had you with us in this special moment of our lives!
Irit Sommer is an absolutely outstanding doula who made our birthing experience truly incredible. From our very first meeting, Irit put us at ease with her calm, nurturing presence and wealth of knowledge. As we prepared for our daughter's birth, Irit listened intently to our preferences and hopes, offering guidance while fully supporting our choices.
When our baby was overdue, Irit was right there, providing reassurance, suggestions to naturally induce labor, and a grounding force during the daily emotional rollercoaster. Once active labor began, Irit was a tremendously skillful coach. She intuitively knew exactly what I needed - whether it was a calming massage, a position change, or simply an empowering reminder that I had the strength to get through each contraction.
Irit's expertise made the intense pain so much more manageable. She created an environment of tranquility and safety that allowed me to surrender to the process. With her gentle encouragement, I felt an incredible sense of power and capability. Irit formed a beautifully harmonious team with my partner and midwife, giving my partner space to be fully present.
When things became more challenging medically, Irit explained exactly what was going on while providing indispensable physical and emotional support to us both. I am forever grateful to Irit for her vital role in helping us bring our daughter earthside in such a positive, empowering way. Simply put, she is a doula superstar and precious gift for any parent-to-be.