
Preconception
What a blessing it is for me to assist you in a plan to become pregnant! I offer preconception visits that review the best nutrition, supplements, and exercise choices as well as things to avoid to give you the most opportunities for conceiving. Lab work can be done at that appointment to address any concerns that you may have. I would also love to give you some tips and information that may help you with symptoms that may develop in early pregnancy. The cost is $175, but if you conceive within one year of your preconception appointment date, I am happy to apply this amount toward the cost of your birth services with me.
Prenatal


Labor and Birth
I offer home birth as an option to women in Abilene and the Big Country. It is my goal for you to have a peaceful space, in your own home, in which I come to you and encourage you to labor at your own pace in a calming and loving environment. I encourage you to hire a doula especially as a benefit to anyone having their first birth or first unmedicated birth. At births, I am accompanied by one midwife or one birth assistant. All attending to your care on the big day have been certified in CPR and neonatal resuscitation and have some background in natural birth, knowing how to encourage you through the stages of labor. We respect all beliefs, cultures and spiritual backgrounds and can offer personalized care should you have any special preferences. Your family is welcome to be present, as it is your home.
Postpartum
As a new mother, you want to do what’s best for your baby and yet sometimes, you’re not even sure where to start. As your midwife, I am well-versed in breastfeeding, diapers, crying babies and the changes happening to your postpartum body. I feel strongly that this is such an important time in your life, one in need of direction and encouragement, so I am happy to offer more support than what is listed below if necessary. Here is what is generally done.
Postpartum appointments to care for you and baby:
- Within the first 72 hours in your home
- 2 weeks in-office
- 6 weeks in-office

Midwifery Also Includes
- Lactation visits
- Newborn Exams and Weight Checks
- Newborn Screening
- Screening for Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
- Pap smears
- Family Planning Options