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philisophy-lavender-600wI believe that birth can and should be a beautiful experience.  It is my mission as a midwife to help my clients develop and communicate their individual birth philosophy and create their own beautiful birth experience, something that is 100% unique to them.

Giving birth can be an empowering, transforming experience for a woman.  Since every birth is special and all aspects of the birth cannot be controlled - such as the date, time or gender, it is my job to understand the philosophy behind the choices you've made so I can help you follow through with them as the birth unfolds as planned or adapt them appropriately if circumstances warrant.

A woman who has taken the time to fully develop her own birth philosophy is better able to navigate and make good choices for herself and her baby no matter what situations may unfold during the birth.  A key element to an empowering, beautiful birth experience is a mother who is not only at the center of the stage, but directing her show.

The choices in birth directly relate to your belief system.  A birth philosophy isn't a "plan", it is the very core of what you hope will happen at the birth. Keep in mind that birth doesn't always go as planned, that is why a birth philosophy is better because it will govern the choices and directions taken during labor, birth and the postpartum hours we spend together.

To gain a good understanding, I will explore your birth philosophy with questions - I may ask why do you want that?  Is it for a religious reason, a cultural one, evidence based birth, etc.  As we get to know each other during your prenatal visits I will ask how you feel about your body's ability to give birth?, what does the process of labor and birth look like? where do you want to labor.  Questions similiar to these assist me in understanding your birth philosophy.

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What Moms Say About Alicia

From our client testimonials and stories pages.

"She gave me the courage to do things I wasn't sure about and the knowledge about things I had no idea about!"
  -- Kursta Robinson

"She really upheld the sacred space of my bedroom when I was laboring and encouraged me after birth to BE with my newborn."
  -- Katie Mullins

"She gave us peace of mind and reassurance as we navigated our first birth."
  -- Melissa Kohler

"You become part of her family when you receive care from her."
  -- Sara Walters

"She has exceeded my expectations, which is not an easy thing to do."
  -- Naomi Thomas

"I have online access to everything, my notes, stats, ultrasound reports, whenever I want which makes me feel in control and informed."
  -- Tikla Fife

"She also helped keep me focused, and kept encouraging me every step of the way."
  -- Evelyn Hernandez

"If you are looking for a kind, genuine, knowledgeable individual that will respect your birthing preferences for what they are, Alicia is a perfect fit for you."
  -- Marie Repec

"She never rushed us through appointments - we always felt like she was there to answer all of our questions."
  -- Danielle Hazeltine

"She is knowledgeable and always had the answers that I needed in time of concern/panic."
  -- Heather Groom

"Her gentle presence was part of what made our birth excellent!"
  -- Melissa Kohler

"I want you to know from my heart that I think you are truly wonderful at what you do.  My birth would not have been the same without you there."
  -- Sara Ann Tyler