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A career rooted in care

I was born and raised in a small town in southern Brazil, where caring for others was simply part of everyday life. Becoming a nurse felt like a natural path, and from the very beginning, I was drawn to caring for babies, children, and families.

That path led me through a Nursing Residency in Child Health, followed by a Master's and a PhD in Health Science. Throughout my academic and clinical career, one question has remained at the center of my work: 

 

How can we better support babies, children, and the people who care for them?

From hospital corridors to homes in Sweden and beyond

In 2021, I moved to Malmö with my husband. Living abroad gave me a new perspective on pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. I experienced what it means to build a life away from your support network and came to appreciate how important continuity, trusted guidance, and human connection become during major life transitions.

That experience eventually led me to doula work. I first trained as a postpartum doula, supporting families through one of life's biggest adjustments. Soon after, I became a baby massage instructor, expanding my work with families during the early months of parenthood. Later, I trained as a birth doula so I could offer continuous support from pregnancy through the postpartum period. As my practice continued to evolve, I also became a lactation consultant, allowing me to provide more comprehensive feeding support.

Today, I work with expectant and new parents across Malmö, Lund, nearby towns, Copenhagen, and online with families around the world.

Many of the families I support are international, navigating parenthood in a new country. Others are local Swedish families looking for continuous, evidence-based care. Regardless of where you come from, my goal is the same: to help you feel informed, supported, and confident as you grow into your new role.

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My approach to care

Pregnancy and parenthood come with more information than ever before. Yet many families still feel overwhelmed when it's time to make decisions, adapt to unexpected changes, or simply understand what's happening.

I know that information alone isn't enough. What many parents are looking for isn't more advice, but someone who can help them understand their options, make sense of conflicting information, and feel confident in the decisions they make for their family.

Because while birth is a milestone, becoming a parent is an ongoing transition. It brings physical recovery, emotional changes, new responsibilities, and countless decisions that no book or checklist can fully prepare you for.

Throughout pregnancy, birth, feeding, and the postpartum period, families often find themselves navigating uncertainty while trying to make the best decisions for themselves and their baby. And after birth, as attention naturally shifts to the baby, parents' own needs can easily fade into the background.

That's why I believe continuous support matters. Not only during labour or after birth, but throughout the entire transition into parenthood, helping you feel heard, informed, and supported every step of the way.

Working together means you'll have someone who will:

  • Listen without judgment.

  • Take your questions seriously.

  • Help you understand what's happening and why.

  • Offer practical, evidence-based guidance.

  • Support your confidence as you make informed decisions.

  • Care for you, not only your baby.

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Reach out to me if you are considering getting my assistance with your childbirth or postpartum phase, have questions about my approach, or simply want to know more.

I offer my doula services in
 Malmö and its surroundings, including Copenhagen. 

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It would be an honor to take care of you ♡

My credentials

2025

Lactation Consultant Course 

Lactation Education Resources

This 52-hour online program focused on supporting families from pregnancy through breastfeeding and the normal course of lactation. Topics included lactation physiology, infant anatomy, counseling techniques, clinical guidelines, and WHO Code compliance, and more. The training combined evidence-based video lessons, interactive quizzes, and written assignments to build strong knowledge for real-life support.

2023 

Birth Doula Training
Förlossnigsgruppen

This specialized course provided the necessary skills and knowledge to support families during labor, birth, and the early postpartum period. Beyond guiding parents-to-be, it also explored navigating the Swedish healthcare system. Topics covered included the Doula role, physiology of birth, diverse labor techniques, hospital protocols, post-birth support, and how to establish a Doula practice. Led by an experienced mentor and guest tutors, including a midwife, it offered a balanced mix of theory and hands-on learning, preparing me to offer mental and physical assistance to clients based on their unique needs. 

2022

Developmental Baby Massage Course by Peter Walker
Federation of Antenatal Educators

This specialized training equipped me with the expertise to offer nurturing and soothing massages to newborns, fostering their development and strengthening the bond between parents and babies.

2022

Postpartum Doula Course
Om & Wellness Baby

This specialized course covered a wide range of crucial topics, equipping me with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of the postpartum period and address the unique needs of each family I have the privilege to support. The curriculum included modules on the Postpartum Doula's role and scope of practice, Anatomy and physiology of the postpartum period, Postpartum healing, AWHONN Post-birth warning signs, Perinatal Mood and anxiety disorders, Newborn Care and safety, Infant CPR, Infant feeding, Support After Loss and more. 

2019

Ph.D. Health Science
Federal University of São Carlos (Brazil)

I explored the impact of the formative process in developmental care on the practices of Neonatal Intensive Care Units' nurses and concluded that there is a need to expand perspectives and focus on how care is delivered, not just the actions themselves. 

2015

MSc Health Science 
Federal University of São Carlos (Brazil)

2014

Nursing Residency in Child Health
State University of Londrina (Brazil)

I explored the influence of interactions between parents and healthcare professionals in the care of children with retinopathy of prematurity and findings underscore the need to invest in meaningful interactions for quality healthcare. However, achieving this remains an ongoing challenge.

Through my residency program, I gained invaluable practical experience in caring for children and families, developing strong communication skills and a compassionate approach.

2011

Nursing bachelor’s degree
State University of Maringá  (Brazil)

My foundational education in nursing forms the backbone of my professional skills, providing me with a solid understanding of healthcare practices and principles.

BEATRIZ FACIO, PhD Health Science, Doula

+46 73 635 80 29 | doulabeatrizfacio@gmail.com 

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