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I became certified with The International Doula Institute and offered both birth and postpartum doula services (CBD/CPD), as well as holistic, physiologic Childbirth Education from 2014-2023.

After years of witnessing obstetrical violence, lack of informed consent, policies and procedures that created poor outcomes and overall lack of human rights within the system, I became increasingly disgusted with the state of maternity care in our country.

After the redeeming, Spirit-led and faith filled homebirth of my son in 2017, I very clearly heard the call to midwifery.

Since then, I have apprenticed closely with other community based and experienced midwives over the span of 2+ years. Additionally, I have slowly worked through the North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) PEP Process for CPM (Certified Professional Midwife) certification, which is nearing completion.

 

Because of the isolation and lack of support I experienced as I entered motherhood, I am passionate about community and connecting with my clients throughout pregnancy through consistent communication via text/phone calls, our prenatal meetings, community events and "mom's nights out" that are organized for our community here.

I am so passionate about women stepping into their God-given potential and purpose, and I believe that birth has the capacity to be such a profound part of sanctifying and refining us. 

No matter how long I do this work, I consider it a profound privilege and an honor to support families during such a transformational and life-changing time in their lives. 

I so look forward to meeting YOU!

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-Mikaela 

 

 

I view the birth space as a sacred and Holy space. Therefore, who is let into this space is so vitally important and not to be taken lightly. 

 

• What is most important to you for your birth?

• Why are you wanting your doula/birth keeper/midwife present?

• What characteristics are you hoping they carry?

• In what ways do you envision them supporting you? 

These are all questions to consider when finding an aligning birth team.

 

Am I The Midwife for You? 

 

1. I support complete autonomy of the mother and true informed consent.

2. I view my relationship with my clients as one of equal collaboration; not a hierarchy. 

3. I believe physiological birth should be the standard and that this design is NOT flawed and does not need intervening (in almost all cases).

4. I believe birth is just as much of a spiritual transformation as it is a physiological process.

5. I believe the biggest inhibitor of birth is fear, and this can be addressed through a practice of surrender and trust in the One who created our bodies and the process of birth. 

6. I believe prayer and scripture play a vital role in the ease of ability to surrender and trust during the birth process.

7. I do not believe in coercion, manipulation or fear-based practices. 

8. I believe in holistic care and viewing each client as a whole person: mind, body and spirit. 

9. I believe that the power of choice lies in the hands of the parents and that is not to be given away or outsourced to any person or entity, other than God Himself. 

10. While acquiring medical skills and knowledge is essential for proper care and managing birth emergencies, birth is safest and unfolds most efficiently when left alone.

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If this sounds like what you’re looking for, please reach out! I’d love to connect with you!