About us
As mothers, collectively, we have 10 children. And as midwives and sonographers, we share one undeniable insight: every pregnancy, birth, and every child is entirely unique. It is our desire that you feel welcome and heard.
Our care revolves around YOU
Uniek Geboortezorg stands for personal attention, where we get to know you and your partner, respect your wishes, and create a customized care plan that perfectly aligns with your needs and expectations. We believe in the power of choice and support various birth plans, continuously striving for a safe and positive experience for you and your baby.
Midwifery and sonography under one roof
From very early in pregnancy, we perform ultrasounds where you can see new life forming. With our wide range of ultrasound options, we follow the growth of your baby during this unique journey.
Samantha de Roode
Midwife and Sonographer
Rosanne about Samantha:
“Samantha is a powerful, passionate woman with her heart in the right place. We’ve been colleagues for 7 years now, supporting each other through thick and thin (quite literally). You can’t only wake Sam up for a delivery, but also for SUSHI, SUSHI, and more SUSHI. This is on her menu at least once a week.”
Rosanne van Jole
Midwife and Sonographer
Samantha about Rosanne:
“Rosanne is brutally honest, a powerhouse mama, and a bonus mom. We’re ‘colleague besties’, so often, just one word is enough between us. While most people enjoy some complete relaxation (read: in the sauna), Roos’s mind is constantly spinning with ideas. She comes up with a mountain of new ideas to make our work even more enjoyable and better.”
Charety Omanette
Midwife
Colleagues about Charety:
“Charety, born and raised in Amsterdam, brings a touch of city life and a great deal of down-to-earth realism. She makes sure everyone always feels well supported, whether it’s through practical help or a reassuring word. She puts you at ease and ensures you feel relaxed. She always goes the extra mile for you.”
Yvonne Verschoor
Midwife
Colleagues about Yvonne:
“Yvonne has been a tremendous source of encouragement and support during the start-up phase of Uniek. We are grateful to welcome her to our team. She is a hard worker, a true go-getter, and has her heart in the right place. She speaks her mind — and we love that about her. A typical case of being in the right place at the right time.”
Ilayda Güleser
Midwife
Colleagues about Ilayda:
“Ilayda works holistically, with attention to everyone’s unique story, and creates a safe atmosphere where all feel heard. She is not only professional and skilled, but also a true life enthusiast with a big heart. Parents couldn’t wish for a better guide — and we couldn’t wish for a lovelier colleague.”
Danique Stip – de Vreij
Midwife
Colleagues about Danique:
“Danique is a warm and dedicated colleague who always makes time for questions and concerns. She brings positive energy and creates a safe, calm atmosphere for both expectant mothers and their families. With her experience and empathy, she is a wonderful addition to our team. We’re delighted to have found another gem like her!
Marleen Jansen
Assistant
Marleen Jansen is one of the main points of contact at our midwifery practice, working as an assistant. She also works as a float guide and baby masseuse at our Mama & Baby Spa.
Lindsay Raat
Assistant
Lindsay Raat is one of the familiar faces at our midwifery practice, working as an assistant. She also works as a float guide and baby masseuse at our Mama & Baby Spa.
Why Uniek Geboortezorg?
After many years of experience as midwives in Almere, we noticed that there were plenty of missed opportunities, especially in the period after childbirth, a crucial phase that we feel deserves extra focus.
Midwifery care in the Netherlands is beautiful, wonderful, and well-organized. However, the postpartum period for mothers often lacks adequate support. In our daily work and personal lives, we’ve encountered mothers who sometimes feel lost. They impose unrealistic expectations on themselves and feel pressured to enjoy every moment. They may also struggle to admit how challenging it can be to have such a significant responsibility for a small, beautiful new life.
We want to provide more support for mothers in this regard. That’s why we offer our postpartum program ‘UNIEK mama.’ In this program, we, as midwives, discuss important topics with you and other mothers, such as urinary incontinence, exercise, intimacy, breastfeeding, formula feeding, and returning to work. We collaborate with professionals such as lactation consultants, pelvic floor physiotherapists, and fitness instructors. This special program is all about you, mama. It’s dedicated time and attention for you.
Unfortunately, the costs of this ‘UNIEK mama’ course are not yet covered by insurance. However, we are actively discussing reimbursement options with several health insurers.