01Birth preparation
Understand your body and make room for your questions. Prepare for birth in a way that feels right for you.
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Here for you as a new chapter begins.
From pregnancy to birth, from the first embrace to the first birthday; with knowledge, experience and care.
If you are looking for private midwife support in Istanbul, you can discuss birth preparation, birth companionship, breastfeeding, postpartum and baby care with Melike Spor. Online consultations and in-person support subject to availability and travel arrangements are planned throughout Turkey. Scope and timing are clarified during the first contact; sending a message does not confirm an appointment.
Your needs change over time.
The support we plan together grows with you.
01Understand your body and make room for your questions. Prepare for birth in a way that feels right for you.
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02A companion who respects your needs and preferences as birth unfolds at its own pace.
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03Support centred on the mother, making space for rest, your needs and adjustment to life with your baby.
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Over more than 12 years in midwifery, I have supported over 500 births and more than 3,000 mothers. Every new connection reminds me that each mother has her own needs, story and pace.
I am here to create a space where you can ask questions freely, where your preferences matter and where you feel heard.
YOUR MIDWIFE · YOUR COMPANION
A little more about meA conversation about midwifery and the support I offer families.
In her interview with Nirvana Haber, midwife Melike Spor discusses preparing for birth, fears around childbirth, and the support families need after their baby arrives. The conversation explores tailored guidance, partners’ involvement, and midwifery support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.
Read the interview Opens on Nirvana Haber · Article in TurkishOnline conversations or in-person support: we can discuss what fits your needs. Availability and travel arrangements for in-person support outside Istanbul are agreed during an initial conversation.
A non-judgemental approach, clear information and support shaped around your needs. Every conversation begins with listening to you.
Get in touch by WhatsApp or email. Tell me where you are in your journey and what you need.
We arrange an initial conversation about your questions, expectations and support needs.
We agree the scope of support, availability, meeting location and how we will keep in touch.
We move forward within the agreed plan, making room for your changing needs.


Pack your hospital bag in three parts for mother, baby and birth companion; check transport in Istanbul and your hospital's requirements in advance.
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A preparation guide to help you discuss your expectations, questions about birth and family support at your first midwife appointment.
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Organise your preferences for communication, privacy, your birth companion and the first hours, then prepare a short note to discuss with your healthcare team.
Read the guideYou may not find every answer here. We can talk about the questions that are personal to you.
Explore all questionsYou can get in touch while planning a pregnancy, during pregnancy or after your baby is born. We will discuss your needs, availability and a suitable starting point together.
Yes. With Istanbul as my main base, I offer online and in-person support across Turkey. Availability and travel arrangements for in-person appointments outside Istanbul are agreed during an initial conversation.
If you wish, your partner or someone close to you can be involved in preparation and care planning. Attendance during birth depends on hospital rules.
No. Midwife support does not replace medical monitoring, examinations or emergency care needed during pregnancy, birth or the newborn period. It is planned alongside your healthcare team.
Whatever stage you are at, we can talk about your needs.
Istanbul, TurkeyOnline and planned in-person support across Turkey