Frequently Asked Questions

A midwife is a trained birth professional who provides personalized care during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Unlike OBs who are primarily surgeons, midwives are specialists in normal physiological birth — building long-term relationships with families and supporting the natural process with skill and patience.

For low-risk pregnancies, home birth is a safe and beautiful option with a trained midwife present. Research consistently shows that planned home births attended by qualified midwives have excellent outcomes for healthy, low-risk mothers and babies. I bring the clinical training, monitoring equipment, and emergency supplies needed to support a safe birth at home.

I serve Wise County and surrounding areas, including Decatur, Boyd, Rhome, Aurora, New Fairview, Justin, and Haslet. If you're unsure whether I cover your location, reach out — I'm happy to discuss your situation.

Obstetricians are medical doctors trained primarily in high-risk pregnancies and surgical interventions. Midwives are specialists in normal, healthy pregnancy and birth — with an emphasis on individualized care, informed decision-making, and minimal intervention when birth is progressing naturally. Many families choose a midwife for a more personal, relationship-based approach to their care.

Safety is always the first priority. I monitor both mom and baby throughout labor with professional equipment, and am trained to recognize when a transfer to hospital is needed. In most cases, transfers happen for non-emergency reasons (slow progress, desire for pain medication, etc.). For true emergencies, I carry emergency supplies and work in collaboration with nearby hospital teams. Part of your prenatal care includes a thorough discussion of protocols so you always know what to expect.

The earlier the better — ideally in the first trimester. Spaces fill up as due dates approach, and beginning prenatal care early gives us the most time to build a strong working relationship. That said, if you're further along, still reach out. I'll always do my best to accommodate families who are a good fit.

A free 60-minute consultation is simply a conversation — a chance for you to meet me, ask your questions, share your birth vision, and get a feel for whether I'm the right fit for you. There is no obligation, no pressure, and no cost. It's just a good conversation about something that matters deeply.