Brittany's experience with Midwifery care

All 3 of my babies have been delivered my midwives. Midwifery care is unlike any other y’all. I remember my first appointment, with my first baby, when she hugged me after our chat. I’d never felt care like that by any medical professional. It’s about love and compassion and it’s tailored to fit everyone’s individual needs. It’s not a “one size fits all” type of care. They spend so much time answering questions, giving loving advice, and making sure you’re taken care of, even when they aren’t technically “working”. They aren’t in and out your room in 5 minutes. Being able to directly text/call your care provider when things don’t seem right or you may need something is more than amazing.

You don’t have to choose a unmedicated birth when choosing midwifery care! You choose the birth you desire & they support you through it. In fact, some OBGYN’s model this kind of care if you and your baby are needing to see an OBGYN this pregnancy! If you have any questions about the midwifery model of care vs. the medical model of care we would be happy to answer them!

With all of my births my midwives didn’t just come when baby was ready. They talked me through things and acted much like a doula - reassuring me my body was doing just as it should. When I felt like a failure through my first birth, my midwife lovingly assured me I chose the right path and talked me through everything. With my second child, she made eye contact with me and brought me back down to a peaceful level when I felt out of control. To this day I send her pictures of my kids because she is so much more than a medical care professional to me. She became like family. 

Through Rylan’s birth my midwives sat hunched over a tub for who knows how long reassuring me and talking me through everything. Anytime I looked up, each midwife was smiling or lovingly telling me that I was awesome. When I felt fearful they constantly reminded me that I’m in control and this is my birth. Whatever I needed, they were there. I didn’t want them to ever leave me and they didn’t. When they switched out due to shift change, they gave report standing over me so I didn’t feel left. 

Pictured is the midwife who delivered Rylan. Her presence and calmness was so much of what I needed. She did anything I asked of her to help me push and I’m still not sure how she managed to catch him with how crazy I acted. She constantly reassured me and spoke calmly over me. During my 2 week check she sat with me for an HOUR making sure all was well with me physically and emotionally. She connected with me on a personal level and related things with me. She talked through my birth with me and i never ever felt rushed or like she was onto the next patient. THAT is loving care. THAT is what every woman deserves before, during, and after she gives birth.