You grow the human.
I'll support your birth.

English- and Hebrew-speaking doula for birth and education, in central Israel.

I can't promise a predictable experience. But I can support your journey, wherever it takes us.

Sam Naymark, birth doula in Israel

What I actually do (other than hold your hand)

Birth Support

We meet before, discuss tools and techniques, and then I show up for you when it counts.

It's your birth, you know best.
I just help you figure it out.

Childbirth Education

Practical prep for first births, VBACs, cesareans, and the specific quirks of birth in Israeli hospitals.

I'll teach you what to expect.

Olim-specific support

I translate the language, the birth culture, and the "that's how it works here" moments so you can focus on your birth and recovery.

I even know where the pharmacy is.

You're never relying on just one person. I work with wonderful doulas across Israel. A trusted backup I know firsthand is always available for extra support.
Sam chatting with a friend in Israel

Mom of 3, women's advocate, and a tech designer

I spent years building tech that treats humans like people before taking an Irgun Hamenifa certified doula course. Turns out my skills translate pretty well to a 3am delivery.

Births rarely go according to plan. But they always go better with a woman in the room who makes you laugh.

ארגון המניפה
Jewish outlook English + Hebrew speaking Hospital advocacy Custom playlists Massage Essential oils Breathwork Water birth Home birth VBACs Inductions Stillbirths

I make your most important moments
as simple as possible.

01

Free call

We make sure we like each other. About 20 minutes. No commitment, no loud breathing.

02

Prenatal prep

2 or 3 meetings. We discuss expectations, practice tools, and talk through the "what ifs."

03

Birth + processing

I show up and stay with you through the birth. After, we can debrief and process your experience.

From families I've supported

"Nothing went as planned and I gave birth underground during a war. I can't say I'd choose that, but Sam was absolutely a huge help for me and for my husband."
— Ariella C, Sharei Tzedek
"She knew my midwife! I felt like I had a private team on my side."
— Channa H, Asaf Harofeh
"You're a really good doula and I'm so glad we hired you."
— Dad of 3, Kaplan
"Giving birth during a war was not what I expected but Sam guided me and helped me with my long labor from start to finish, 100% recommend!"
— First-time mom, Assuta Ashdod
"I'd only given birth in the US before, and Sam was so patient, great with the staff, and had lots of "Israeli" tips along the way."
— New 'olah', Asaf Harofeh
"I needed Sam for my VBAC after a traumatic first birth. She helped me so much."
— Mom of 3, Kaplan

I've got lots of life experience, but introductory prices.

Childbirth Education

₪300 / hour

Private or group sessions. First birth, VBAC, cesarean prep, Israeli hospital orientation.

10% off for reservist families, lone soldiers, and olim in Israel less than 6 months.

Contact me

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