Midwifery Model of Care
Birthstream Midwifery Service believes that pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding are natural, normal physiological functions of the human body. Of equal importance, we believe that attending to a pregnant person's mind, emotions and spirit is an essential part of midwifery care. We recognize pregnancy and birth as defining parts of life. Integrating birth into the whole of family life empowers the parents and strengthens family bonds.
We believe that the benefits of home-based midwifery care create the optimal environment for birth. Our goal is to assist new families to begin in joyous celebration, strong and confident. While labor holds no guarantees, we work with you to attain a birth that you can perceive as the ultimate expression of your love for your new baby and your entire family.
“There were no expectations or judgements from the midwives, only love and support for every decision we made. [My wife] was treated like a queen (more like a goddess) and a daughter! What a wonderful team they make. Understanding each other and how to work together for the same outcome - it was all about [my wife]! (And me too just a little!)”