Wildflower Midwifery

I believe birth is a sacred process and the less we interfere with that process, the more successful and empowering it can be.  You should be excited to share your birth story because you have been an active decision maker through the process. During our first visits we will discuss nutrition, exercise and natural alternatives to ease any pregnancy discomforts.  All appointments last about one hour and give us time to discuss not only the clinical aspects of pregnancy and childbirth, but also the emotional ones.  Adding a child to your family is much more than lab tests and measuring your growing belly.  It's a major change whether its baby number one or number seven.  As we get to know each other, we will discuss all aspects of the adjustment to a new baby in the family.

Our visit schedule will be similar to that of an OB/GYN; once a month until 28 weeks, then every two weeks till 36 weeks. Visits will then be weekly until baby arrives.  After baby arrives you will have more frequent visits and support than is normal with an OB/GYN.  Support in the postpartum is key to avoiding postpartum depression and increases successful breastfeeding rates.  Following the birth I will visit your home at 24-48 hours, again at 5-7 days, then office visits take place at 2-3 weeks and finally at 6 weeks.  I am also a Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).  If your goal is to breastfeed your baby then it is also my goal! Having the same care provider for mom and baby in the postpartum makes a world of difference in successful breastfeeding.