Recommended Reading

Recommended Reading

deverloskundigen.nl is the website of the midwives' professional association. It offers useful and reliable information on everything you need to know about pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

The "Pregnant!" brochure. This brochure is a joint publication by midwives, family physicians, and obstetricians/gynecologists. You will receive it during your first visit to our practice.

PregnantNow The Erfocentrum Foundation website. The purpose of this site is to provide health information to pregnant women and their partners.

Baby Attendance is a reliable website, created by a midwife, with lots of information about pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

The Netherlands Nutrition Center provides helpful online dietary advice and information on the use of vitamins, for example.

Book recommendation:

  • “A Safe Pregnancy,” by Beatrijs Smulders and Mariël Croo

  • “Birth with Confidence,” Vivian Vietje

  • “A Safe Delivery,” by Beatrijs Smulders and Mariël Croo

  • “A Safe Postpartum Period,” by Beatrijs Smulders and Mariël Croo

  • “Dive into Your Contractions,” by Carita Salomé and Juliëtte de Wil

  • “The Comprehensive Guide to Childbirth” by Mariël Croon and Joris van der Post

  • “Breastfeeding” by Stefan Kleintjes and Mary Broekhuize

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What Our Clients Say

Jannieke

Jannieke

During the first few weeks of my pregnancy, we ended up at Aan de Laak. Our first thought was, “That’s the place for us!“ And we were right! The first phone call, asking if we could…

Jannieke

During the first few weeks of the pregnancy, we ended up at Aan de Laak. Our first instinct was: “That’s where we need to be!“ And we were right! The very first phone call, when we asked if we could sign up, immediately put us at ease. We were heading into an unfamiliar period, with all the questions we had, the anxiety, and the first little discomforts! They put us at ease right away. The intimate, small-scale setting made us feel right at home. Everyone hears you and knows you. They’re available 24/7. You can call them even for the smallest things—to discuss something or just to share your story. And if necessary, they’ll be at your door as soon as possible, or they’ll schedule appointments at the hospital for you. They’re not just there for the baby and the mother—they’re also a listening ear for you as a (soon-to-be) family. We’re so grateful to the ladies at Aan de Laak and look back on a special time they were a part of.
Esmee

Esmee

The ladies at Aandelaak were my midwives during three pregnancies. During the first two, I also attended the Centering Pregnancy sessions, which I highly recommend, by the way! The ladies are personable, warm, decisive, friendly, well-informed, and genuine…

Esmee

The ladies at Aandelaak were my midwives during three pregnancies. During the first two, I also participated in the Centering Pregnancy sessions, which I highly recommend, by the way! The ladies are personable, warm, decisive, friendly, well-informed, and genuinely interested. During my last pregnancy with our twins, I had my checkups at the hospital, but Aandelaak still called me every so often to check in and see how I was doing. Even after the (premature) birth, we stayed in close contact, and I felt incredibly supported. They make sure that both during and after your pregnancy, you feel seen and that they can support you wherever needed. – Esmee Blom-Gommans
Marjolein

Marjolein

I’m so happy with the ladies at Aan de Laak. I had a challenging high-risk pregnancy, and they supported us incredibly well, both during and after the birth. I also really enjoyed the centering sessions, and we’re still in touch…

Marjolein

I’m so happy with the ladies at Aan de Laak. I had a challenging high-risk pregnancy, and they supported us incredibly well, both during and after the birth. I also really enjoyed the Centering classes, and we’re still in touch with some of the girls. I highly recommend them if you’re looking for warm and caring midwives.