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EPISODE 13 CHILDBIRTH IN PORTUGAL
Childbirth in Portugal with Iliona Wolfowicz
Navigating Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenthood as a Foreigner in Portugal
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, we sit down with Iliona Wolfowicz, PhD, a scientist turned doula, educator, and founder of Birth in Portugal. Iliona shares her personal journey from a career in cell biology to supporting women and families navigating pregnancy, birth, and parenting—especially as foreigners or multicultural families in Portugal.
We explore her positive birth experience, the unique aspects of Portugal’s maternity care system, and the challenges parents face when moving to a new country. Iliona explains the role of a doula, the importance of informed birth choices, and how mindfulness, body literacy, and natural family planning can empower women and families.
Whether you're expecting, parenting, or simply curious about the birth experience in Portugal, this episode is packed with valuable insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories.
Podcast Portugal Episode 13: ChildBirth in Portugal with Iliona Wolfowicz
Navigating Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenthood as a Foreigner in Portugal
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, we sit down with Iliona Wolfowicz, PhD, a scientist turned doula, educator, and founder of Birth in Portugal. Iliona shares her personal journey from a career in cell biology to supporting women and families navigating pregnancy, birth, and parenting—especially as foreigners or multicultural families in Portugal.
We explore her positive birth experience, the unique aspects of Portugal’s maternity care system, and the challenges parents face when moving to a new country. Iliona explains the role of a doula, the importance of informed birth choices, and how mindfulness, body literacy, and natural family planning can empower women and families.
Whether you're expecting, parenting, or simply curious about the birth experience in Portugal, this episode is packed with valuable insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories.
Highlights:
Iliona’s transition from cell biology to birth education and family-centered care
Navigating Portugal’s maternity system as a foreigner or multicultural family
The role of doulas and the importance of physiologic birth
Empowering women through body literacy and natural family planning
Holistic parenting and the benefits of free, natural play for children
Connect with Iliona:
Learn more about Birth in Portugal
Subscribe to her newsletter for updates on her upcoming tool for multicultural families in Portugal.
Tune in now to gain valuable knowledge and inspiration for your parenting journey in Portugal!
Guest: Iliona Wolfowicz, PhD, Doula, Founder of Birth in Portugal
Host: Justin West