I was born and raised in Germany and have been calling Berkeley, CA my home for over 10 years. After graduating with a marketing degree in Hanover, Germany I came to the Bay Area in 2007. I worked as an Au-Pair in Concord and as a nanny in Oakland and San Francisco for several years. Through my work with families I discovered Postpartum Doulas. I knew right away that this was the perfect path for me. I certified as a Postpartum Doula in 2011 with Doula Trainings International and ever since have been furthering my education with workshops, certifications and any research I can get my hands on. Taking care of new families is my passion. I feel fortunate that I get to work with amazing parents and their beautiful babies.
I am a certified:
Perinatal Psychology and Health)
I'm currently working on my consultant certifications through Savvy Parenting Support:
Keeping the families I work with safe and healthy is my priority. That is why I update my CPR and First Aid Certification for infants, children, and adults every two years - most recently in May 2021.
All my vaccines are up to date including DTaP (whooping cough), measles, flu and Covid-19.
I am a certified:
- Postpartum Doula, 2011
- Lactation Educator, 2012
- Maternity and Child Sleep Consultant, 2013 (International Parenting and Health Institute)
- Pre- and Perinatal Psychology Educator, 2016
Perinatal Psychology and Health)
- Pre- and Postnatal Coach, 2020
I'm currently working on my consultant certifications through Savvy Parenting Support:
- Gentle Sleep Consultant
- Gentle Toddler Discipline
- Potty Training
Keeping the families I work with safe and healthy is my priority. That is why I update my CPR and First Aid Certification for infants, children, and adults every two years - most recently in May 2021.
All my vaccines are up to date including DTaP (whooping cough), measles, flu and Covid-19.
"Annika was a true partner as we navigated the first months of parenthood. She was patient and kind and loving with our daughter. We immediately felt comfortable handing our daughter to her for the night."
— Sachin S.
— Sachin S.