Pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding are natural God-given functions of the woman’s body. Birth itself is not a ‘medical condition’ but the normal process through which new life enters the world. For low-risk women, giving birth at home in an environment that she is comfortable with, combined with skilled attendants, can be an optimal choice to ensure a safe and satisfying birth experience.

When allowed to follow its natural course, pregnancy normally results in the birth of a healthy baby with a healthy mother. While having a trust that ultimately God is in control, and has designed the woman’s body to give birth, I also believe it is the responsibility of the midwife to provide qualified and responsible care. Occasionally, a critical situation arises during pregnancy or labor which necessitates specialized care that cannot be provided in a home setting. In these cases, it is imperative that the trust and communication between the client and midwife be such that each has confidence in the decisions that are made. Any decisions regarding options are yours to make, however there is a limit to what I am willing to take on as a responsible care provider. If and when those limits are reached, I will let you know immediately.

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When Abby is not doing midwife stuff, she is busy managing her household and being a wife to her husband, involving herself in their local church, pursuing more education to grow her skills as a midwife and natural health professional, going hiking, tending to her small garden out back, and more!