Rest. Nourish. Glow.

About

Some projects are born from an idea. Soleia was born from a gap — the gap left by a space that finally brings together what no one had dared to combine before: the rigour of a certified midwife and the beauty of an exceptional stay. Rest. Nourish. Glow. This is not a slogan. It is a promise.
our story

About Soleia Retreats

Medical excellence.
The Mediterranean art of living.
Finally united.
Soleia Retreats is a space that brings together what no one had dared to combine before: the rigour of an expert midwife and the beauty of an exceptional stay in the Mediterranean. Something new, where science and magic finally coexist.
At the crossroads of my profession as a midwife and my love for the world's most beautiful places, Claire imagined retreats that combine medical safety, everyday gentleness and deep connection to oneself.
A space where slowing down is not a luxury — it is a necessity.
Our values

What guides us, every day

Safety above all

Every retreat is led by Claire, an experienced midwife. Discreet medical guidance, present at every moment, so you can relax with complete confidence.

A restorative change of scenery

Destinations chosen for their beauty and serenity. The sea, the light, the silence: everything is designed so your body and mind can truly regenerate.

The strength of the circle

Eight women. A space free of judgement, performance or roles to play. The bonds formed in four days around a shared experience often last well beyond the retreat.

A holistic approach

Body, mind, nutrition, medical preparation — nothing is left aside. Soleia nourishes the woman who will soon give birth, the woman becoming a mother, and the woman who deserves to take care of herself now.
4 days designed for you

Pourquoi Soleia ?

In just a few minutes, Claire tells you how this slightly wild idea became a reality.

Claire Lemerle — Founder of Soleia Retreats · Midwife since 2014

Experts by your side

The Soleia Team

Every retreat brings together carefully chosen professionals, united by the same conviction: supporting women with expertise, gentleness and passion.

  • Claire

    Midwife

    Claire Lemerle has been a midwife in Geneva for over ten years and is the founder of Soleia, where she combines her medical expertise with intimate, deeply restorative guidance for mothers-to-be.

  • Mélanie

    Photographer

    Mélanie Garofalo is a photographer specialising in pregnancy, birth and family photography in Haute-Savoie and Switzerland. She joins the Soleia retreats to capture these suspended moments with gentleness and authenticity.

  • Valérie

    Yoga Teacher

    Valérie is a yoga teacher based in Ibiza, offering sessions that combine yoga, rituals and reconnection with oneself, in a gentle approach deeply rooted in nature.

  • Pauline

    Massage Therapist

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  • Naomie

    Massage Therapist

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  • Gabrielle

    Videographer

    Gabrielle of Ampaï Studio is a videographer based in Ibiza, bringing a creative and sensitive eye to brands and life's moments. She will bring the Soleia retreats vivid, immersive footage that captures the island's energy.

  • Jenna

    Private Chef

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  • Charlotte

    Communications

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TESTIMONIALS

They say it better than we ever could.

Since 2014, Claire, founder of Soleia Retreats, has been supporting women through one of the most intense periods of their lives.
Here’s what they have to say.

Claire est une excellente sage-femme. Elle est très professionnelle, à l’écoute et respectueuse. Ses conseils sont toujours bienveillants et éclairés. Elle est compétente sur l’ensemble de sujets de la maternité et particulièrement experte en allaitement. 

Lucie S.
Genève, Suisse.

Claire était une sage-femme exceptionnelle pour le suivi post-partum après ma césarienne. Très bienveillante, empathique et toujours disponible pour répondre à mes doutes, même par message
Excellents conseils également pour le sommeil de notre bébé. 

Filipa B.
Genève, Suisse.

La meilleure sage-femme du monde. Claire m’a accompagnée au cours des premières semaines qui ont suivi la naissance de ma fille. C’était magnifique d’avoir Claire à mes côtés pour ces premiers moments si importants avec la petite. Je la recommande très chaleureusement.

Madeleine B.
Genève, Suisse.

Claire m’a accompagnée durant mon post-partum. Heureusement, je n’ai pas rencontré de difficultés particulières avec mon bébé, mais sa présence n’en a pas moins été précieuse. Ses conseils, sa douceur, son calme et son professionnalisme m’ont beaucoup aidé dans ce moment si délicat.

Serena C.
Bons-en-chablais, France.

Claire m’a accompagnée à domicile après la naissance de mon troisième enfant et son suivi a été exceptionnel.
Claire est une sage-femme très professionnelle, toujours à l’écoute, douce, rassurante et extrêmement compétente.

Laura M.
Veigy, France.

J’étais ravie d’avoir eu Claire en tant que sage-femme à domicile pour le suivi des premières semaines après mon premier accouchement. Claire a réponse à tout ! Elle est une personne douce et bienveillante, à l’écoute et très disponible.

Bénédicte A.
Genève, Suisse.