Childbirth Preparation Courses in the Netherlands
(Spanish & English)
Imagine arriving at your birth feeling informed, calm, and truly empowered. My childbirth preparation courses are designed to deliver exactly that.
We build your confidence by focusing on evidence-based information, practical tools, and a positive mindset. You will learn to trust your body, understand all your options within the Dutch healthcare system, and gain the clarity you need to have a secure and positive birth experience.
Which Course is Right for You?
(Private vs. Group)
I offer two distinct paths to help you prepare, each designed for different needs. Choose between the personalized, in-home experience and a dynamic, community-based workshop.
| Feature | One-on-One Personal Course | Group Workshop (Spanish) |
|---|---|---|
| Language | English or Spanish | Spanish Only |
| Location | In the comfort of your home | The Hague |
| Format | 3 Main Classes (6 hours) + 2 Bonus Online Sessions | 2 Intensive Days (8 hours total) |
| Pacing | Flexible, at your own pace | Fixed Dates (Intensive) |
| Best For | Couples who want a fully personalized, private experience. | Couples who want to learn in a social, community-driven setting. |
| Price | €399 | €350 |
One-on-One Personal Course (€399)
Comprehensive Preparation in the Comfort of Your Home
This is the ultimate personalized experience, held in the comfort of your own home and available in Spanish or English. We’ll tailor every class to your specific questions, fears, and birth preferences, ensuring you and your partner feel completely prepared.
What Does Your Personal Course Include?
This hybrid course combines the best of in-person, hands-on learning with convenient online modules.
Class 1 – The Power of Your Body (In-person, 2h): Discover how your body works during birth. You’ll understand each stage of labor with clarity and learn to trust its natural wisdom.
Class 2 – Master Your Mind (Online, 2h): Learn powerful relaxation techniques, conscious breathing, and emotional management to create the perfect mental environment for your birth.
Class 3 – Your Complete Toolkit (In-person, 2h): This is our hands-on practice session. We’ll cover optimal positions, rebozo use, massage, pain management (natural and medicated options), and create your personalized birth plan.
What Bonus Classes Are Included?
Your preparation doesn’t stop at birth. These online bonus classes prepare you for the crucial “fourth trimester.”
Bonus 1: Successful Breastfeeding (Online): Get a head start with proven techniques, positions, and common problem-solving to establish happy breastfeeding from day one.
Bonus 2: Real Postpartum (Online): Prepare for the physical and emotional changes of new parenthood (matrescence) and learn how to build your essential support network in the Netherlands.
What Is the Full List of Inclusions?
This all-inclusive package provides overwhelming value and continuous support:
• 3 main classes (2 in-person + 1 online)
• 2 specialized online bonus classes
• A personalized birth plan we build together
• Audio files and eBooks with all essential course information
• Continuous WhatsApp support throughout your pregnancy
• A personalized physical toolkit that you take home
• Personalized measurement and advice for breast pumps
• Specific guidance on bottles and formula, if you wish
• A personalized hospital bag checklist
• Postpartum recovery products advice (clay pads, etc.)
Payment plans are available
What is the Result?
You’ll arrive at your birth feeling prepared, informed, and confident, ready to live this unique experience with tranquility and security.
Group Workshop in Spanish (€350)
Learn in Community
Join other Spanish-speaking families in The Hague for an intensive 2-day workshop. This is a powerful, dynamic way to learn, share experiences, and build your support network. (This workshop is co-hosted with Doula Virginia).
Upcoming 2026 Dates & Location
Location: The Hague
Format: 2 intensive days (4 hours each day)
Dates: January 11 & 18
April 12 & 19
July 5 & 12
What Does the Group Workshop Include?
This comprehensive workshop covers everything you need to know in a supportive, interactive setting.
Day 1: Understanding Your Body & Mastering Your Mind
• Module 1: Physiology of Childbirth: How Your Body Works, Hormones, and Stages of Labor.
• Module 2: Preparing Your Mind: Hypnobirthing, Conscious Breathing Techniques, and Transforming Fear into Confidence.
• Module 3: Pain Management: Natural Tools, Mind-Body Connection, and Medication Options.
Day 2: Your Complete Toolbox
• Module 4: Movement and Positions: Understanding the Pelvis, Rebozo techniques, and Free Movement.
• Module 5: The Partner’s Role: Joint Preparation and Emotional Support.
• Module 6: Breastfeeding: Basics and the First Days with Your Baby.
• Module 7: Postpartum: Basics for Creating Your Own Postpartum Plan.
• Closing: Basic Birth Plan: Understanding the Dutch System and Your Main Preferences.
Why Prepare for Birth With Katherine Monge?
A birth course is not only about giving you information; it’s about the guiding you in a way that prepares you 100% to recieve your lttle one.
My Philosophy: Evidence-Based & Non-Judgmental
My courses don’t push a single “method.” We focus on evidence-based tools and compassionate emotional support. My goal is to give you the information you need to decide what’s right for your body and your baby.
Experience You Can Trust
As a certified doula, perinatal educator, and a mother who has experienced the Dutch healthcare system as a migrant, I understand your unique challenges. I provide the supportive, clear guidance I wish I had.
Support in Your Own Language
Understanding the nuances of birth in your native language (Spanish or English) is critical. I ensure no information is “lost in translation” so you and your partner feel 100% clear and secure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Birth Preparation
The best time is generally between Week 20 and Week 30, but it’s also important to take your readiness as a couple into consideration.
No, This course is for all births. We cover all pain relief options, from natural methods to epidurals, so you can make an informed choice without judgment.
Yes, partners are highly encouraged to attend. The course is designed to prepare you both, with specific modules and tools (like massage) for the partner’s role.
Hospital courses are great for learning hospital policies while my childbirth preparation courses are focused on you. It’s far more in-depth on comfort measures, emotional preparation, your rights as a patient, and personalized postpartum planning.
Yes, payment plans are available for the One-on-One Personal Course. Please contact me to discuss a plan that works for you.
Feel Prepared, Confident, and Secure in Your Birth Journey
Your birth is a unique experience, and you deserve to feel powerful and prepared. My goal is for you to arrive at your birth feeling informed, calm, and secure that you have all the tools you need.
If you’re not sure which option is best, let’s talk.