Midwifery Services

Creating an environment of trust

There is nothing quite like welcoming your baby into the world surrounded by those you love. 

I believe that birthing is a normal physiological process that works best when you feel safe and secure.

After almost 10 years of working as a midwife, I’ve joined forces with Bente Kaiser, MD, to co-found LA’s only midwife and OB/GYN-owned free-standing birth center in South Pasadena, Moxie Birth. Together, we provide personalized care that honors the amazing strength of the human body, while also relying on the incredible tools that science has provided us.

Choosing your birth team is incredibly personal which is why we offer free consultations to help you figure out if we’re the right fit.

Choosing out-of-hospital birth

The majority of people are good candidates for out-of-hospital birth. For more information about the safety of birthing out of the hospital, check out the landmark study conducted by the Midwives Alliance of North America, which confirms the safety for low-risk families who choose to birth at home with a midwife.  

Prenatal care

Appointments with me provide plenty of time to assess the health of you and your baby, address all of your questions. All lab work is included and billed to your insurance, and you will be connected with collaborative partners for ultrasound services. Your visits happen:

• Once a month until your 28th week of pregnancy  

• Twice a month from 28 to 36 weeks

• Once a week from 36 weeks until the birth

 Water birth

The majority of families will choose to labor in a tub, which is one of the sweetest perks of choosing out-of-hospital birth. The warmth of the water and lack of gravity helps ease the pain and creates a smooth transition for baby.

Postpartum care

Six weeks of postpartum care is included after your birth. We see you:

• At your home within 24 – 36 hours of your birth 

• For 1-week, 3-week, and 6-week visits to ensure all is going well

• For additional visits as needed, depending on your specific situation and postpartum healing

Continuous contact with your care provider

From the moment you start care, you have access to us via phone 24/7. A reassuring voice is just a phone call away.

Learn more

It’s important to find the right fit for you and your family’s needs, which is why we office interviews for those interested in learning more about what it’s like to birth with us. We’ll have time to get to know each other better and I can answer the questions and concerns you might have specific to your unique situation.