My interest in midwifery began in 1997 with the pregnancy of my first child. I attended a small midwifery school in Eugene, Oregon taught by a traditional midwife and her husband, a naturopath. This early experience was inspirational and helped form my core beliefs about a healthy pregnancy and birth. In addition, this early education provided me an opportunity to study alternative forms of healthcare, herbal medicine and nutrition, which I have incorporated into my practice.

After the birth of my first child, I settled into motherhood and my second child was born in Austin in 2000. I resumed my midwifery studies in 2001, enrolling in the Association of Texas Midwives program and began apprenticing with a wonderful local midwife in Austin. I assisted her for approximately 5 years, attending several hundred births in a variety of settings and gaining an invaluable knowledge of the importance of excellent midwifery care.

During this same time, I also started a postpartum doula practice. I feel that the weeks and months following birth are important for parent/infant bonding, breastfeeding success and maternal recovery. I have worked with many families through the years and continue to enjoy assisting new parents with this transition.

For over 10 years, I have been fascinated with and have loved sharing in the birth process from pregnancy to new born. 

I feel truly honored to be a part of this transformational life experience.

Midwifery Education/Qualifications
Texas Depart of Health (TDH) Midwifery License 
North American Registry of Midwives Licensing Exam 
Graduated from the Association of Texas Midwives
Program
Adult and Infant Healthcare Provider CPR certified
Neonatal Resuscitation Certified 
Doulas of North America (DONA) Labor Support Doula Training
Breastfeeding Educator/Texas Department of Health (TDH) Breastfeeding Educators Training Course-Phase I and II
Trained Postpartum Doula