As midwife, I am always learning from my clients. Since starting my own midwifery practice, I have gotten to know families in an even more intimate way. Large families, families with more than four children are a breed onto themselves, one that is especially dear to my heart. I have learned so many things from caring for large families...
The writing muse has been quiet lately. In attempt to woo her back, I posted a question on Facebook: 'What would you like to read as a Midwifery, Mothering & Me post'. The winning comment (for the moment) requested a post about the down side of being a midwife, the un-glamorous side of the job, something nitty and gritty. Well, (thank you, Mandy Torres) here goes....
Owen Jacob, you are a small prince in a large and loving family. May you rule with wisdom, grace and love (and frequent naps). Welcome Baby Owen! Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
Before he was born, Baby Kye listened carefully to his daddy's voice: everyday would bring a new story. An hour after birth, hearing that familiar voice tell another story, Kye knew that he was home. Welcome, Baby Kye Joshua! Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
Beautiful Mary, what do you dream of? Sugar and spice and everything nice? Snips and snails and puppy dog tails? Or perhaps you dream of your loving family and the many, many adventures that await you. Welcome, Baby Mary Katherine! Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
From dark of night Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
Baby T's birth story After everything we (I) went through with P and her birth, I decided that if we ever had more kids, I would do things differently. With P, I went through a pretty traumatic c-section and I ended up with severe PPD. Neither of those things were things I ever wanted to experience again, to the point where I considered closing the door on the ...
Clara Elizabeth- her very name evokes images of gentile greatness, both literary and historic. With a name like this, who knows what her future may hold. For now, Clara Elizabeth is simply a baby, a beautiful and well loved baby. Welcome, Clara. We are so glad you joined us! Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
Welcome Baby Noah! May these gifts be yours forever. Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
On her arrival, Imogen was greeted with overwhelming love and pure excitement. Even in the face of all that attention, she remained calm, serene and secure. Welcome Baby Imogen Safi! Michelle May all babies be born into loving hands
