Wether you are considering becoming a parent, you are pregnant or already have kids, I support you in this journey of transformation

Hi, I'm María, certified Aware Parenting Coach, Masters in Psychology and International Relations, and mama in a beautifully chaotic multicultural blended family.

I used to be a high-achiever: working for Bill Gates, pulling in 10K a month, fluent in five languages, flying airplanes... but I didn’t know how to understand my 5 year old or say sorry to my partner. I couldn’t resolve conflict.

My childhood had its scars, and I poured all my energy into success — outside the home. But inside, I was lost. I couldn’t see myself, so I couldn’t be truly present for my child. Now? I help parents prepare and repair — so we can stop repeating what hurt us, and build something better. It’s time to break the cycle.

With a rich background in international NGOs, foundations, and the United Nations, I have ardently championed women’s rights and children’s health over the past 15 years, having worked in New York, Nairobi, Brussels,Berlin, and currently Amsterdam.

I left a fancy & prestigious consultancy with Bill Gates, writing letters on his behalf and advising his foundation, for a more significant purpose: the creation of Mamamaria. My vision is to raise awareness about the critical importance of preparing for becoming parents and to do the inner work our parents did not get to do.

My personal journey, shaped by the dynamics of my own very loving yet dysfunctional family of origin, deeply influences my approach. Drawing from a diverse range of practices such as Aware Parenting, 12-step addiction recovery programs (which I am also part of), spirituality, neurobiology, and practical parenting, I provide a holistic and transformative experience.

Through healing my own family system and fostering my passion for the well being of parents and children, I bring awareness about the bumpy road that it is to become a parent and the perils of parenting. I also support (future) families in creating strong, aware bonds with their children and a lot of unconditional love for themselves and their kids. Love is the core of what I do and what brings true healing and transformation. Corny! But very true ;)

I firmly believe that the quality of a child’s early experiences profoundly impacts their entire life’s. Think of how hard it is to change yourself, and how much of who you are today comes from your childhood. Our brain development, self-esteem, attachment style, emotional health, and overall well-being is rooted in our first years of existence.This is why, Mamamaria’s mission is to support, nourish, and cherish (future)parents as they navigate the challenging journey of parenting in today’s society, where community support is often lacking. Together, we can prepare, support, and bring awareness to this rewarding and transformative path.