Baby Chats:

Born and raised in the vibrant city of Lisbon, Portugal, I’ve always felt a deep calling to help others. In 2006, I completed my Nursing Degree and began my journey at one of Lisbon’s major hospitals. A year later, love brought me to Ireland, where I continued my nursing career in a regional hospital. While I cherished my role, becoming a mother sparked a new passion in me for the world of “mummies and babies,” leading me to pursue a career in Midwifery.

Working in a maternity hospital was an incredibly beautiful and enriching experience. My journey as a mother intertwined with my professional training, offering me a unique perspective on the care I wanted to provide to families.

In 2013, I trained with the International Association of Infant Massage and became a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI). Through local and online classes, I’ve had the joy of teaching over 1,000 families the art of baby massage.

Three years later, I achieved certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), a prestigious qualification established by UNICEF and WHO, recognized as the highest standard in breastfeeding and lactation support. Since then, I’ve been dedicated to offering Lactation Support Services in hospitals, communities, and private practice.

I am a proud mother of four wonderful children: an older boy, a girl, and twin boys. I continue my midwifery practice, assisting with home births, and providing breastfeeding support and infant massage classes to my local community. Additionally, I am honored to serve on the councils of Baby Massage Ireland (BMI) and the Association of Lactation Consultants of Ireland (ALCI).

I believe that all my personal and professional experiences have led me to this special place where I can truly understand and support families in their journey into parenthood. Welcoming a new baby is such a rewarding and fulfilling experience, especially when families have access to evidence-based knowledge that helps them understand and care for their little one. My mission is to help as many families as possible experience the joy and confidence that comes with this understanding.