Luna Mama | Doula, Childbirth Education & Sleep Consulting Services
Rovaniemi, Lapland area & Remote

You might be struggling with this…

You are feeling anxious or scared about giving birth
You want to be accompanied by an experienced doula, who supports you and your partner through pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

You don't know how to prepare for childbirth in Finland
You want to participate in private childbirth education classes, where you will get everything you need for a good birth experience and get information about birthing in Finland.

You want to rent a Elle Tens machine for your birth
You’ve heard that a Tens device is a good drug-free pain relief and you want to rent it, so you can stay at home as long as possible with the contractions.

You have breastfeeding challenges
Breastfeeding might hurt, the latch isn’t optimal or you might be worried about the amount of milk your baby is getting. A lactation consultant might be able to help you.

You want support during the postpartum period
You would like to receive support through postpartum healing and recovery, have someone to listen to your birth story and have guidance with breastfeeding challenges. You can explore the complex and often conflicting emotions that arise postpartum with a public health nurse (private “neuvola” nurse).

Your baby, toddler or preschooler wakes up often or they have nap time challenges
You feel tired and need help with your child’s sleep challenges from a healthcare professional specialized in pediatric sleep management taking into account the child’s capabilities and stage of development as well as the parents’ ability to cope.
I’D LOVE TO WORK WITH YOU
Are you ready to take the next step towards a good birth experience?
NICE TO MEET YOU
Who am I?
I have been a doula for almost 30 families and coached dozens of families so they can have a good and safe birth experience. Now it’s your turn.
I am Anu Tyvijärvi, public health nurse, certified doula, childbirth educator, breastfeeding consultant, pediatric sleep consultant, geographer and mother of two. I help you to trust your own abilities during childbirth and postpartum and to seek the support that you need.
Previously, I worked in the development cooperation within non-governmental organizations. As the last mission, I worked with the youth and volunteering development in Panama and participated in the evaluation of development cooperation projects in Honduras and El Salvador. My working languages have been English and Spanish, which is why I speak both fluently.
10 years ago in Panama, I met my Venezuelan spouse, with whom we decided to move to Finland. I started thinking about studying a new profession, and since I had always been interested in maternal and child health, I decided to study to become a public health nurse. After the birth of our first child, the idea of working as a doula and childbirth educator began to fascinate me even more, and I started walking towards this dream. Since then, I have completed the continuing education of a pediatric sleep instructor and my mission is also to help families to sleep better.
As a public health nurse and a doula, I can really walk alongside families at all times during pregnancy, birth and postpartum and be a solid support even in difficult situations you might encounter. You can talk to me about anything and everything between us is completely confidential.
Helping and supporting families is near to my heart – could I also help and support you in the most unique moments of your life?
WHERE DO I WORK?
WORKING AREA
Lapland Central Hospital, Rovaniemi | Länsi-Pohja Central Hospital, Kemi
Rovaniemi, Ranua, Tervola, Tornio, Keminmaa, Simo, Posio, Kemijärvi, Salla, Pelkosenniemi, Savukoski, Sodankylä, Kittilä, Muonio, Kolari, Pello, Ylitornio, Enontekiö, Inari, Utsjoki
4
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WORKING AS A DOULA
27
THE FAMILIES I HAVE BEEN HONORED TO BE DOULA FOR
623
TENS DEVICE RENTALS
2K
FOLLOWERS ON EMAIL LIST, INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE

YOUR BIRTH SUPPORT
Doula Services
Half Moon -Basic Doula Package
Half Moon Basic Doula Package is for you, who need comprehensive support and preparation for childbirth. We meet twice during pregnancy and you get to prepare for birth, breastfeeding and the postpartum period with a health nurse and a doula.
The Half Moon -doula package includes:
- 2 prenatal visits (3h)
- Remote support by phone during pregnancy and 2 months after childbirth
- Elle Tens rental
- 4-week on-call 24/7, from 38 weeks until delivery
- Continuous support and presence of a doula since the start of labor at home and in the hospital
- Postpartum Home Visit (3h): breastfeeding consultation, childbirth discussion
- Backup doula at no additional cost (e.g. due to my illness)
- Travel expenses are added to the price
€1499, incl. VAT 24%
Full Moon Deluxe Doula Package
Full Moon Deluxe Doula Package is for you, who want to invest in preparing for childbirth and need comprehensive support during pregnancy. It may be that you experience fear of childbirth and want to work on your fears together with me. The package includes in-depth homework that you can do between meetings. You can also take part in my childbirth education sessions free of charge. During prenatal meetings, we can also prepare for breastfeeding, postpartum period, and supporting newborn sleep.
Full Moon Deluxe Doula Package includes:
- 4 meetings (3h) during pregnancy, where we prepare for birth. We deal with the fear of childbirth using different methods. As a public health nurse, I can do an external examination to find out the baby’s position (and thus to find suitable Spinning Babies exercises).
- The possibility to participate in my group childbirth education sessions free of charge (subject to availability, see upcoming trainings on the Events page)
- Remote support by phone during pregnancy and after childbirth
- Elle Tens rental
- 5-week on-call 24/7, from 38 weeks until delivery
- Continuous support and presence of a doula at the start of labor at home and in the birthing hospital.
- Postpartum Home visit (3h): incl. breastfeeding consultation, childbirth discussion, supporting newborn’s sleep
- Backup doula at no additional cost (e.g. due to my illness)
- Travel expenses are added to the price
Price: €1799, incl. VAT 24%.
New Moon -Virtual Doula Package
New Moon -Virtual Doula Package is for you, who want to prepare for birth and want doula support for your birth remotely via video, text or phone. The service is available in English, Spanish and Finnish.
The Uusikuu remote birthing package includes:
- 2 remote meetings (3h) during pregnancy, where we prepare for birth.
- In-depth homework and exercises that you can do between meetings
- Remote support by phone during pregnancy and after childbirth
- Elle Tens rental for 4 weeks (incl. postage)
- 4-week on-call 24/7, from 38 weeks until delivery
- Continuous remote doula support throughout the birth (video, text and/or phone according to your wishes)
- Remote postpartum meeting (3h): including recovery from delivery, breastfeeding guidance, childbirth discussion, supporting newborn sleep etc.
Price: 749 €, incl. VAT 24%.
Please, send me a message and tell me when your due date is and about your situation. If I have space in my doula’s calendar, we can arrange a free Discovery Call (60 minutes). I’d love to meet you and hear about your situation, thoughts about childbirth and I will tell you about my doula services and my role as a doula.
PRACTICAL SKILLS
Childbirth Education
Private childbirth coaching is for you who…
- You want to prepare holistically for childbirth.
- You want personal, tailored coaching just for your needs and that your partner gets the necessary tools to support you.
- You want to talk in more detail about your birth wishes and receive individual guidance.
- You might be new to the Finnish health care system and want guidance on how to navigate the maternity system in Finland.
Duration: 3 h
Price: 149 € (home visit in Rovaniemi & Lapland area) | 139 € (remote coaching)
I’ve also a group childbirth education classes, in Finnish. If you are able to attend classes in Finnish, you can check more information on the Events -page.


EFFICIENT PAIN RELIEF METHOD
Elle Tens -device rental
The Elle Tens -device is a popular drug-free pain relief method during childbirth. Renting an Elle Tens device from Luna Mama is affordable and easy. The Tens device can be picked up from Rovaniemi or sent by mail all over Finland.
The rental period starts 2 weeks before the due date (h38+0). Flexible return approx. 2 weeks after the due date, when you have settled in with the newborn.
Price: €39 / 4 weeks
SUPPORT BY A LACTATION CONSULTANT AND PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
Breastfeeding Support
First appointment with a Lactation Consultant
- Filling in the preliminary information form before appointment
- 90 min home visit / 60 min remote appointment
- Treatment instructions and follow-up plan by email
- Follow-up: 15-minute call at the agreed time and/or booking a follow-up appointment
Price: 99 € (home visit) | 79 € (remote appointment)
Follow up appointment with a Lactation Consultant
- 60 min appointment
- Treatment instructions and follow-up plan by email
- Follow-up: 15-minute call at the agreed time and/or booking a follow-up visit
Price: 89 € (home visit) | 69 € (remote appointment)
The services of a public health nurse are VAT-free health services (sales referred to in Section 34 of the VAT). When you have a referral for breastfeeding counseling by a private doctor (901D, Care by a nurse, maximum 60 minutes), it is possible to get Kela reimbursement or if you have insurance for the baby, your insurance will probably cover the costs of breastfeeding counseling for you. Home visits include travel expenses within a 25 km distance from Rovaniemi. When traveling outside this area, travel expenses of 0.53 €/km are added to the price (starting from Vennivaara, Rovaniemi).


WANTING YOUR OWN ”NEUVOLA” NURSE-DOULA?
Postpartum Home Visit
Postpartum Home Visit
- Filling in the preliminary information form before the home visit
- 4h home visit
- Follow-up: 15-minute call at the agreed time and/or booking a follow-up visit
Price: €239 (After tax credit for household expenses €96*)
Postpartum Package
- 60 min online meeting during pregnancy, where we plan the postpartum period and what kind of support you want from me
- Support you and your family in the way you wish and help you create a gentle and peaceful postpartum period
- 4 home visits (a’ 4h = 16h in total)
- Remote support during pregnancy and postpartum until your baby is about 2 months old
Price: €929 (After tax credit for household expenses €380*)
* You can deduct 60% of the work as tax credit for household expenses. The maximum amount is €3500 per person, and the deductible is €100 during the calendar year, which you have to pay yourself during the calendar year. Read more about the tax credit on the Vero.fi website.
The services of a public health nurse are VAT-free health services (sales referred to in Section 34 of the VAT). Home visits include travel expenses within a 25 km distance from Rovaniemi. When traveling outside this area, travel expenses of 0,53 €/km are added to the price (starting from Vennivaara, Rovaniemi).
BETTER SLEEP FOR YOUR FAMILY
Sleep Coaching for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers
Light sleep support
The package is for you, whose child has some challenges in sleeping and you need the support of a sleep consultant. Includes:
- Preliminary information form and filling in the daily rhythm table before appointment
- 90 min home visit / remote appointment, where your family’s situation, resources and goals for sleep coaching are discussed
- Personalized sleep plan
- 2-week follow-up with WhatsApp support
- 20 min follow-up call
Price: 159 € (home visit) | 139 € (remote appointment)
Extensive sleep support
The package is for you, whose child has bigger challenges in sleeping and you need closer support and a companion. Includes:
- Preliminary information form and filling in the daily rhythm table before appointment
- 90 min home visit / remote appointment, where your family’s situation, resources and goals for sleep coaching are discussed
- Personalized sleep plan
- 4-week follow-up with WhatsApp support
- Weekly follow-up call, 20 min (total of 4)
Price: 239 € (home visit) | 219 € (remote appointment)
