A midwifery perspective views pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding as a natural part of the cycle of life.  It is not a disease or malfunction of a woman's body. Her passage into motherhood is a flow of experiences which are part of the intimate and intense adventure of pregnancy, birth and parenting.

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Birth is honored as sacred, sexual and spiritual. The women we serve are referred to as "clients" and not patients... a well being.

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Women and their families are encouraged to fully participate in the experience. We seek together to avoid the hyper-medicalized, industrial birth model.

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The goal is to nurture the woman's sense of personal strength and self-confidence so this amazing time in her life becomes an enlarging and empowering experience for her. Recognizing the uniqueness of each woman and her family requires care tailored to each individual. We attend women from all walks of life. 

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This woman-centered, (w)holistic, continuity of care model has proven to reduce trauma and unnecessary cesareans. We see the value of an undisturbed birth (free of unnecessary intervention) while keeping an astute awareness of potential problems. Appropriate referrals are made when medically indicated though many complications can be prevented and/or safely treated at home. 

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This collaborative care is based on sharing knowledge, informed decision making, respect for parents' choices, and supporting their abilities. It is the woman that holds her own power, wisdom, and authority.

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Each and every time, the miraculous nature of birth is respected and its impact on the woman and her family.