On April 30, our daughter was born in a birthing pool at Danderyds Hospital – an experience that became so much more beautiful thanks to our doula, Maria. The birth was exactly as we had manifested and discussed beforehand. Having Maria with us was invaluable. Even before the labor, she provided us with a calmness and a sense of security that accompanied us the entire way. During the birth itself, she was a steady and loving presence. She held my hand when I needed it the most, supported Davide, and became my voice when I could no longer express myself. She saw us, listened to us, and was there in every moment – both in the small and the big. Maria was not just support; she was part of our journey, like a protective force around us. It brought a sense of calm to know that you have someone by your side at all times. I am so grateful that it was her who was with us when we welcomed our child into the world. ❤️
Maria Bengtsson
Verified5.0(9 reviews) Gustavsberg, Sweden
About
My name is Maria Bengtsson, and I run OWN YOUR STORY. I am an Odis-certified doula, childbirth educator, and trained pregnancy masseuse. Since 2009, I have been photographing pregnant bellies and births, as well as working with childbirth issues and early parenthood.
Since then, I have also written and published three books 📚 on the subject: *Gravid med kropp & själ* and *Föd på dina villkor*, co-authored with Victoria Häggblom (MiMa/LB förlag, March 2019), and *Revolution i BB-fabriken*, co-authored with Kristina Turner (Domeratzky förlag, November 2024).
To further support women through life's cycles, Kristina and I started the company Braïdo Organics during the pandemic in 2020.
From my own experience, I know that with the right conditions, it is possible to have a fantastic and empowering birth. Therefore, I work tirelessly to ensure that ALL women can give birth on their terms and start parenthood without a traumatic birth experience behind them, as this can have profound consequences for everyone involved in the new family, especially for the baby and the woman herself.
I am passionate about highlighting and changing injustices, and I see it as a feminist calling to spread holistic knowledge and inspiration regarding women's health and our reproductive rights.
I live in beautiful Värmdö in the Stockholm archipelago with my three children. In my free time, I love to practice yoga, read, write, swim in nature, and spend time with my family and friends.
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Since then, I have also written and published three books 📚 on the subject: *Gravid med kropp & själ* and *Föd på dina villkor*, co-authored with Victoria Häggblom (MiMa/LB förlag, March 2019), and *Revolution i BB-fabriken*, co-authored with Kristina Turner (Domeratzky förlag, November 2024).
To further support women through life's cycles, Kristina and I started the company Braïdo Organics during the pandemic in 2020.
From my own experience, I know that with the right conditions, it is possible to have a fantastic and empowering birth. Therefore, I work tirelessly to ensure that ALL women can give birth on their terms and start parenthood without a traumatic birth experience behind them, as this can have profound consequences for everyone involved in the new family, especially for the baby and the woman herself.
I am passionate about highlighting and changing injustices, and I see it as a feminist calling to spread holistic knowledge and inspiration regarding women's health and our reproductive rights.
I live in beautiful Värmdö in the Stockholm archipelago with my three children. In my free time, I love to practice yoga, read, write, swim in nature, and spend time with my family and friends.
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Read more and book me for a no-obligation and free meeting.
Reviews
5.0
Based on 9 reviews
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Flavia R.June 15, 2025
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Malin L.May 23, 2025
I can really recommend Maria Bengtsson as a doula. We had such an incredibly beautiful birth, much thanks to Maria's support before and during our special day. What a team we were.
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Jaqueline T.April 12, 2025
Maria will provide you with the tools to help you reflect, feel, and integrate your intuition into all decisions. Her support and guidance gave me the confidence to own my birthing experience.
Education & certifications
Gravidmassör
John Carrier Behandlingsteam
Mar 2023 - Mar 2023 · Stockholm
ODIS-certifierad doula
Stockholm
Jan 2009 - Dec 2009 · Stockholm
Journalist
San Francisco State University
Aug 2004 - Jun 2008 · San Francisco
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