Visceral memory: Midwife. That is what I am. A midwife
Every time I am asked, 'How did you become a midwife?" I feel my young self realizing her calling.
Eye Chart
Even after 15 years as a NYS licensed midwife, five years having my own midwifery practice and four years serving on the Board of New York State Association of Licensed Midwives, some of my clients and best friends still don't understand why I have an eye chart. Hope this answers some questions.
Sourdough Start and Me
Inspired by Christa Parrish's novel, Stones for Bread. this blog post bubbled into my consciousness.
Boring
My daughter Alison is my favorite critic and editor. After reading this post, she texted that I could use it. She said it was "kinda boring. But alright." -Exactly!
Into Loving Hands, The Movie
Into Loving Hands is a movie about a midwife, a family, a pregnancy, and a baby who is expected to die minutes after birth. It is a story that needs to be told.
Baby Amos Winslow Martin
One middle name wasn't quite enough -this little guy needed two. With a face this sweet, one photo wasn't enough either -the blog post need two! Welcome Baby Amos Winslow Martin. Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
Baby Ezra Noam
Named for a prophet and scholar, this Ezra acts like a King; wise, strong and regal. (And oh, so sweet!) Welcome, Baby Ezra Noam! Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
Waiting for a baby, One year later
A year ago, I was waiting for Baby Joey to be born. Baby Joey that no one expected to live.
As long as they are healthy
Boy, girl, or unknown, everyone wishes for a healthy child, right? Well, here are my thoughts on the comment "As week as they are healthy"
Baby Juliet Winter
Baby TBA What is in a name? Before birth this babe was called 'Button' by her folks and 'Cake' by her brother. On the outside, this sweet girl is cute as a button and as sweet as cake. As for a moniker, well, she is taking some time to let her true name find it's way home.Welcome, Dear One (name to be announced at a later ...