The Vision of Our Founder: Cláudia Agostinho
MaterClinic was born in 2019, in Charneca da Caparica, from the vision of the Specialist Nurse in Maternal and Obstetric Health, Cláudia Agostinho, who believed that it was possible to care differently: with time, individualized attention and a genuine presence, where each person is welcomed as they are and feels truly special.
Its purpose is to create a space to support the family based on scientific evidence, physiology and respect. Cláudia and her team do not seek to create dependency, but rather to restore clarity, autonomy and the ability to make conscious decisions to parents, from pre-natal to post-natal. This philosophy is the pillar that supports all the clinic’s services, ensuring that each family feels supported, informed and accompanied in all phases of motherhood.
Cláudia Agostinho does not protect what does not work. Her work is aligned with what is natural and physiological and that has allowed humanity to reach the present day, without resorting to interventions or therapies based on claims that fail to deliver what they promise. With the commitment to remain at the forefront of information, she actively acts against misinformation, with the aim of guaranteeing safety to all families who seek MaterClinic and to promote real, possible and sustained results over time.
A Multidisciplinary Team at Your Service
To ensure comprehensive care, Materclinic has a team of highly qualified professionals:
| Specialist | Area of Expertise | Main Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Cláudia Agostinho | Maternal and Obstetric Nursing | Breastfeeding, Postpartum, Founder |
| Catarina Castro | Physiotherapy | Clinical Pilates, Rehabilitation |
| Inês Sousa | Physiotherapy | Clinical Pilates, Rehabilitation |
| Miguel Teixeira | IAIM Certified Instructor | Baby Massage for Parents |
This diversity of specialties allows the clinic to offer a range of services ranging from preparation for childbirth (with the Childbirth and Postpartum Preparation Course) to physical and emotional rehabilitation, such as Clinical Pilates and Pelvic Physiotherapy. Our goal is to be your safe haven, the space where health is understood before it is decided.
Our Differential: Comprehensive and Personalized Care
What distinguishes MaterClinic is the focus on comprehensive family care, functioning as a complement to the support network that, fortunately, already exists, but which we felt was missing in Charneca da Caparica. We do not limit ourselves to treating symptoms; we follow pathways, offering an alternative that articulates and complements the resources already available in the region, such as hospitals and health centers.
Whether through a Prepartum Breastfeeding Consultation, designed to demystify the process, or Postpartum Home Support, created to reduce anxiety in the first few days, our team is present. We believe that maternity support should be continuous and adjusted to the real needs of each family, promoting well-being and confidence, with concrete results and without encouraging unnecessary interventions.
We value family time and seek to preserve it, avoiding overloaded therapy schedules. A baby is a newborn for only 28 days, and this period deserves to be lived with presence, proximity and emotional availability. It is during this time that deep knowledge is built among all involved and a bond is strengthened that will be essential for a paradigm shift: a world that is more understanding, welcoming and responsive to the needs of others.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where is MaterClinic located?
MaterClinic is located in Charneca da Caparica. It is a space for maternal health and well-being at the service of the local community, designed to welcome families in a home-like environment, promoting comfort, safety and tranquility.
Does the clinic offer home support?
Yes. Postpartum Home Support is one of the services available, created to provide support and clarify doubts in the comfort of the home, especially in the first days after birth.
Who is the founder of MaterClinic?
MaterClinic was founded by Cláudia Agostinho, who has a degree in Nursing since 2011. She developed her practice in medical-surgical hospitalization until 2020 and has been a Master in Maternal and Obstetric Health Nursing since 2020, with experience in hospitalization of pregnant and postpartum women, delivery room and pregnancy surveillance consultation.