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The 5 Biggest Challenges for Pregnant Women
Learn how to visualize all the challenges clearly and have someone to help you from pregnancy to postpartum.
The pregnancy journey is filled with unique emotions, expectations, and challenges. For many women, these challenges can feel overwhelming. This article explores the five biggest challenges pregnant women face and how the right support can help you navigate them with confidence and serenity.
Os 5 Maiores Desafios das Grávidas
1. Fear of Childbirth and Pain
Fear of childbirth is a common concern. Maria, for example, is nearing the end of her pregnancy and has been feeling anxious about the idea of pain during labor. This fear is natural, but it is possible to prepare yourself to face it. In my consultations, I teach relaxation techniques and non-pharmacological pain relief strategies so that you feel safer and more confident during labor.
2. Incertezas Sobre as Decisões Médicas
Laura, another client, was torn between choosing a natural birth or a C-section. She felt pressure from multiple directions and was afraid of making the wrong decision. Together, we can explore the options and weigh the risks and benefits of each, so that you can make an informed choice and feel at peace with your decisions.
3. Concerns about Postpartum Recovery
Postpartum recovery can be challenging. Carla, a second-time mom, remembers the struggles she had recovering after her first birth and wants to make it different this time by focusing more on her own health. I offer practical guidance for a smoother recovery so you can feel good physically and emotionally after your baby is born.
4. Anxiety about Body Changes
Concerns about the body, especially about the recovery of the belly after childbirth, are common. Julia, for example, is anxious about how her physical recovery will be. We can discuss healthy habits and specific care that help the body recover naturally, respecting her time and needs.
5. Difficulty in sexual life after childbirth.
After giving birth, it is very common for a woman's sexual desire to change. Natália wants to find answers to the following questions: how can she resume regular sex with her husband? How can she turn off her mind and activate her body? How can she find time for intimacy with her partner if the baby is always around? My task is to start this conversation, understand the main problems and share possible solutions, or suggest a consultation with a professional specialized in sexuality.
How to overcome all these and other challenges?
Overcoming the challenges of pregnancy is not easy. Future mothers need emotional, informational and organizational support.
It is recommended to hire a Doula and, in some cases, a midwife to provide support. However, beyond the cost, it is crucial that there is empathy and a real connection between you and the professional you choose—something that goes beyond the resume and is seen through exchanges of glances and sincere conversations.
Before hiring an in-person doula or midwife, consider online consultations with a doula. They can help you answer questions and explore all of your options during this unique time.
How can I help you?
I am Irina, a doula with over 5 years of experience, having trained as a doula in Europe, Russia and Mexico. I am dedicated to supporting women through all stages of pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Originally from Russia, I started my career in Portugal and now I am living in Brazil. My approach is based on empathetic listening, personalized professional guidance and ongoing emotional support, always respecting each woman's individual choices and needs. Throughout my career, I have helped women experience their pregnancies and births with more confidence and peace of mind, and I am here to help you find the most harmonious path for your motherhood journey.
Want to see how I can help transform your birth?
Read more below:
In online consultations, I offer personalized support and guidance so that you can overcome the challenges of all stages of your pregnancy through to postpartum recovery. From organization to emotional support, I will be with you.
Preparation for childbirth:
I will help you feel more prepared and confident for the big moment, covering the physiology of childbirth, working with pain and relaxation, creating a birth plan, etc.
Informed decisions:
Recuperação pós-parto:
Let's explore together all the answers about natural birth and cesarean section, anesthesia and induction of labor, birth at home or in hospital, etc. Information based on scientific evidence, so that you can make choices that reflect your values and needs safely.
Importance of the first 40 days. Easy-to-follow guidelines to ensure faster recovery of stitches, belly and women's health in general.
In the first month of life, a newborn needs special care and attention. In the first year, a child makes a giant leap in their physical and emotional development. It is important to ensure a comfortable environment for the baby: breastfeeding, whether with breast or formula, skin care, umbilical cord stump care, bathing, sleep, among others. Many parents learn about this during the process, but it is better to know the basic rules of care in advance.
Newborn care:
Now that you know that you no longer need to go through all this alone, being accompanied or having all your questions answered, how about scheduling a free assessment with me, via video conference?
"Muito apoio e ajuda feminina"
Irina puts a lot of dedication into everything she does. I was low on energy and after the consultation I left feeling renewed and grateful to her for that meeting.
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Testimonials
"With Irina I felt calm during the birth"
With Irina present I felt very calm during the birth, and the birth occurred naturally, without induction. It was smooth, cozy and fun.
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"Responsibility and knowledge"
The most useful part of the consultations was understanding the birth as a complete process, how to transform pain into other sensations and the relaxation techniques. I arrived at the birth in my best shape and gave birth without lacerations.
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Benefits
Estes são apenas três dos Grandes Benefícios de nossas Consultas Online
Emotional Support and Trust
Preparation for a more peaceful pregnancy and birth.
Personalized Career Guidance
Receive guidance adapted to your reality and needs.
Convenience and Flexibility
Suporte de uma doula experiente no conforto da sua casa, no horário que melhor se adapta a você.
Step by step
From Scheduling to Consultations
Step 1:
Free Assessment Scheduling
Choose a date and time that works best for you.
We will have at least 15 minutes to introduce ourselves and learn more about each other.
Note: When scheduling, you will receive an online form to fill out with basic information about yourself, your stage of pregnancy and expectations for the birth.
Step 2: Proposal
After the evaluation consultation, you will receive a proposal prepared specifically for your case.
Step 3: Choose between 1 consultation or a consultation package.
All Ready for Consultations!
Simply access the links sent by email on the scheduled days and times.
You will receive an automatic email reminder.
Read more details below:
Plans
Individual
1 Online consultation
1 hour consultation
Live one-on-one virtual meeting with Irina. Can be via Zoom or Google Meets.
Includes presentation of the material in PDF and recording of a consultation video for you.
Possible themes:
Physiology of childbirth
Preparation of birth plan
Working with pain and breathing during natural childbirth
How to make a cesarean section a smooth experience
What can a husband do during labor to help?
Postpartum recovery
Newborn care
And others
During the consultation we dedicate time to answer your questions
Materias de apoio em PDF
50 itens essenciais para a mãe e o bebê recém nascido, perguntas para fazer para o Dr sobre bloco do parto, exercícios para gravidas, massagem do períneo para evitar lacerações e outros dependendo das suas necessidades.
How does the whole system work?
Click here to return to the Step by Step Guide, from the Assessment Consultation to the Birth.
Complete birth plan.
Document in which parents express their preferences and/or requirements regarding the period they will be in the maternity ward. It includes important information about medical interventions and the ethics of communication. It should be shown to the doctor before delivery to create a possible scenario that is appropriate to the conditions of a given maternity ward.
Out-of-office service via WhatsApp
Exchanging messages on Whatsapp for important issues up until the birth.
Plan 3
Online consultations
3 hours of consultations
Live one-on-one virtual meeting with Irina. Can be via Zoom or Google Meets.
Includes presentation of the material in PDF and recording of a consultation video for you.
Possible themes:
Physiology of childbirth
Preparation of birth plan
Working with pain and breathing during natural childbirth
How to make a cesarean section a smooth experience
What can a husband do during labor to help?
Postpartum recovery
Newborn care
And others
During the consultation we dedicate time to answer your questions
Support materials in PDF
50 essential items for mother and newborn baby, questions to ask the doctor about the birthing block, exercises for pregnant women, perineal massage to prevent lacerations and others depending on your needs.
Complete birth plan.
Documento onde os pais expressam suas preferências e / ou exigências relacionadas ao período em que estarão na maternidade. Inclui informações importantes sobre intervenções médicas e a ética da comunicação. Deve ser mostrado para o médico antes de parto para criar um senário possível e adequado ás condições de uma certa maternidade.
Out-of-office service via WhatsApp
Exchanging messages on Whatsapp for important issues up until the birth.
Plan 10
Online consultations
10 hours of consultations
Live one-on-one virtual meeting with Irina. Can be via Zoom or Google Meets.
Includes presentation of the material in PDF and video recording of consultations for you.
Possible themes:
Physiology of childbirth
Preparation of birth plan
Working with pain and breathing during natural childbirth
How to make a cesarean section a smooth experience
What can a husband do during labor to help?
Postpartum recovery
Newborn care
And others
During the consultation we dedicate time to answer your questions
Support materials in PDF
50 essential items for mother and newborn baby, questions to ask the doctor about the birthing block, exercises for pregnant women, perineal massage to prevent lacerations and others depending on your needs.
Complete birth plan.
Document in which parents express their preferences and/or requirements regarding the period they will be in the maternity ward. It includes important information about medical interventions and the ethics of communication. It should be shown to the doctor before delivery to create a possible scenario that is appropriate to the conditions of a given maternity ward.
Out-of-office service via WhatsApp
Exchanging messages on Whatsapp for important issues up until the birth.