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BIRTH SETTING

BIRTH SETTINGS I SUPPORT

At She Who Births All, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and empowering support for all birthing preferences and locations. Every birthing person deserves to feel respected, safe, and supported—no matter where or how they choose to bring their baby into the world.

HERE ARE THE TYPES OF BIRTHS I ATTEND:

HOSPITAL BIRTHS:

For those choosing a hospital setting:

  • Support navigating hospital protocols and procedures.

  • Advocacy to help ensure your birth preferences are honored.

  • Assistance with comfort measures, including massage, breathing, and labor positions.

  • Encouragement for partners to stay actively involved.

HOME BIRTHS:

For families opting to deliver in the comfort of their own home with a midwife:

  • Help creating a calm, peaceful birthing environment.

  • Natural pain relief techniques, including water immersion, breathing exercises, and movement.

  • Emotional and physical reassurance to help you feel confident and relaxed in your own space.

BIRTH CENTER BIRTHS:

For those selecting a freestanding birth center:

  • Collaboration with your midwifery team to provide seamless support.

  • Use of natural and holistic pain management methods.

  • Encouragement to help you stay grounded and focused in this intimate and supportive environment.

WATER BIRTHS:

For those birthing in water at home, a birth center, or a hospital:

  • Guidance on preparing for water birth, including pool setup and safety protocols.

  • Emotional reassurance and techniques for staying comfortable during water labor.

  • Assistance with smooth transitions between the water and other laboring positions as needed.

CESAREAN BIRTHS:

For both planned and unplanned cesarean deliveries:

  • Preparation and emotional support to help you feel calm and informed.

  • Advocacy for gentle cesarean options, including delayed cord clamping, immediate skin-to-skin contact, and family-centered procedures.

  • Post-surgery assistance to ensure a smooth recovery and bonding experience.

UNMEDICATED AND NATURAL BIRTHS:

For those seeking an unmedicated, natural birth:

  • Continuous support with pain management techniques, such as massage, breathing, visualization, and movement.

  • Encouragement to stay confident and focused during labor.

  • Partner coaching to ensure your loved ones can provide active support.

MEDICATED BIRTHS (INCLUDING EPIDURALS):

For individuals opting for or requiring medical interventions:

  • Guidance in understanding your options and their impact on the birthing process.

  • Physical and emotional support during epidural placement and beyond.

  • Assistance with positioning and comfort even with limited mobility.

HIGH-RISK BIRTHS:

For those experiencing medical complications or requiring high-risk care:

  • Emotional reassurance and advocacy to help you feel supported in a clinical setting.

  • Help navigating complex medical information and decisions.

  • Continuous presence to provide comfort, encouragement, and calm.

VBAC (VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER CESAREAN):

For individuals planning a vaginal birth after a previous cesarean:

  • Guidance on preparing physically and emotionally for VBAC.

  • Advocacy to ensure your care team supports your goals.

  • Continuous encouragement and comfort measures to support a successful VBAC experience.

MULTIPLE BIRTHS (TWINS OR MORE):

MULTIPLE BIRTHS (TWINS OR MORE):

  • Assistance preparing for the unique aspects of delivering twins or more.

  • Advocacy and reassurance for the birthing process, whether vaginal or cesarean.

  • Continuous encouragement and comfort measures to support a successful VBAC experience.

SURROGACY AND ADOPTION BIRTHS:

SURROGACY AND ADOPTION BIRTHS:

  • Emotional and logistical support tailored to the unique dynamics of surrogacy or adoption.

  • Guidance for intended parents on how to be involved and present during labor and delivery.

  • Support for the surrogate or birthing person to ensure their experience is positive and respected.

No matter your choice of birth setting, approach, or circumstance, my goal is to walk with you every step of the way. Providing the care, respect, and support you deserve to create a meaningful and empowered birth experience.

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