South Coast Midwifery & Women's Health Care

Birthing passionately does not necessarily mean birthing painlessly (although this may happen for some women). Giving birth is a huge event, emotionally and physically, and will make demands on the body equivalent to, for example, running a marathon. But when a woman feels confident in her body, well supported, and able to express herself without inhibition, the pain that she may feel can become bearable and . She can then respond instinctively wi...th her own resources, including her most basic and accessible tools: breath, sound, and movement. - Sarah Buckley Repost from @intuitive.birth THIS #birth #pregnancy #baby #pregnant #doula #newborn #birthwithoutfear #gentlebirth #childbirtheducation #childbirth #birthmatters #labor #homebirth #naturalbirth #sacredbirth #birthprep #informedpregnancy #birthisbeautiful #momlife #babybump #maternity #momtobe #waterbirth #empoweredbirth #holisticbirth #bayarea #mindfulmama #breastfeeding #midwife #humanizebirth

With cases of COVID-19 on the rise in the LA/OC area, many hospitals continue to place limitations on visitors and doulas, as well as enforce strict COVID-19 policies, and deal with overcrowding. We are happy to report that we are still able to allow your partner, doula, and/or close family to attend your birth with you in your home, or at our center. Current clients of SCM, be sure to check your portal for our most recent COVID-19 guidelines update asking you to notify us of exposures and/or infections, so we may continue to welcome you and your family safely into our center, with as few restrictions as possible! #covid_19 #pandemicpregnancy #southcoastmidwifery

A new study published this week in The Lancet Global Health Trusted Source suggests that scaling up midwife services could help fill gaps in healthcare access and reduce maternal mortality.

Whose says the mamas-to-be can't enjoy some yummy holiday beverages too??!!

Self-care is vitally important, especially while pregnant and postpartum. "Are you thriving or just surviving? The COVID pandemic has created a concurrent crisis around mental health. We all need to be taking care of each other, but that includes ourselves. This is especially true for healthcare workers. This site from the Colorado Healthcare Ethics Resource Group offers information and resources to help address the anxiety and stress that can, if left unaddressed, deteriorate into crisis. https://cohcwcovidsupport.org/"

We needed a good laugh today!

Love hearing this celebrity dad share his home/hypnobirth stories, and his affinity for midwifery care! Did you know he was sold on the process after watching The Business of Being Born? Still one of our favorite films EVER. Such an informative documentary, that every pregnant family should watch

Just a few cuties wishing you a happy Fri-yay! . . . .... . . . . . . #midwifery #midwives #midwiferycare #lifeofamidwife #studentmidwifelife #studentmidwife #cnm #birthcenter #homebirth #joyinthejourney See more

Celebrities... they're just like us! With home birth on the rise during this pandemic, it's worth reflecting on those in the spot light who have helped normalize out-of-hospital birth.

"Midwifery care offers a unique and personalized approach to healthcare for women. Nowadays, more and more women desire midwifery-led prenatal services" #NMW2020 #midwivesforequity

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month When a child loses his parent, they are called an orphan. When a spouse loses her or his partner, they are called a widow or widower. When parents lose their child, there isn’t a word to describe them. This month recognizes the loss so many parents experience across the United States and around the world. It is also meant to inform and provide resources for parents who have lost children due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy, stillbirths, birth defects, SIDS, and other causes. - Ronald Reagan Beautiful artwork by @shelley_illustration #pregnancyandinfantlossawareness #pregnancyloss #infantloss #pregnancyandinfantlossawarenessmonth #nilmdts #remembrance

Our worlds have seemingly been turned upside down in various ways over the last 8 months, but we've noticed a few unexpected effects the pandemic has had on pregnant woman. In this short video, Lorri Walker, our Chief Baby Catcher, gives a midwife's perspective on how the current pandemic has affected the general dynamic of pregnancy and birth in Orange County. southcoastmidwifery.com . . #midwifelife #midwifery #birth #doula #pregnancy #catchingbabies #homebirth #pregnant

Loving your baby doesn't spoil them... this is such a beautiful and meaningful perspective

This surfer mama’s pregnancy/birth affirmation was My body is the ocean, and I welcome the waves. She couldn’t have been more on point, as her and her daughter spent months together in the water before finally meeting earthside Second photo shows what she was doing the day before giving birth! #southcoastmidwifery #scmbaby #waterbirth #waterbabies

It’s the 8th year of Black Breastfeeding Week, and this year the theme is REVIVE RESTORE RECLAIM. Visit http://blackbreastfeedingweek.org for registered events, and for other ways you can power this important work #bbw20 #blackbreastfeedingweek #reviverestorereclaim Beautiful artwork by the talented @krantzillustrations

"We never imagined that in the coming weeks, hospitals around the country would begin restricting who could be present in the birthing rooms, forcing mothers to deliver without the support person or people of their choice. Delivering at home ensured that I had what every single woman deserves to have: full agency in determining my birth support."

Excited to have our Nutrition 101 Class back! This free, live, online class will be on September 2nd at 6:30pm. Click below to register! Learn how to feed your body in pregnancy for optimal function and vitality

~~~INSTAGRAM BIRTH SESSION GIVEAWAY~~~ Calling all pregnant, beautiful OC mamas! During this uncertain time of the coronavirus pandemic many families have had their salaries reduced and many others have lost their jobs. Aline would love to contribute and help in some way to bring joy to others. She's am giving away a Birth Session to one lucky mother-to-be!... The requirements: 1- Follow @a.cabra.films, tag a friend and DM with name and due date 2- Live in Orange County, CA 3- Have a SCM birth at their center or your home 4- Due date for August 16th - September 5th 2020 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ So What is a Birth Session? A birth session is unlike any other session. I will capture moments you otherwise wouldn't see (check the previous post) and moments you want to remember forever. Have you ever thought about having the most powerful and magical moment of your life recorded? Women usually count on their husbands to record this special moment but honestly, they should be able to focus 100% of their attention on mom and baby.Allow Aline to help!

Is it safe to sleep on your back during pregnancy? Almost every woman wonders this. Our Chief Baby Catcher, Lorri Walker, answers the question in this short video! #pregnancy #southcoastmidwifery

Native Breastfeeding Week The mission of the Native Breastfeeding Week community is to reflect the diversity of Native Breastfeeding experiences and/or encourage and uplift visibility of Native Breastfeeding experiences. #nativebreastfeedingweek #nationalbreastfeedingmonth #education #support #encouragement Beautiful Artwork by the talented @wakeahjhane via @lalecheleagueusa

Happy World Breastfeeding Week To the new moms who are learning the ropes. To the ones currently in the midst of another growth spurt. To the moms who have overcome struggles. To the moms who have tried, and the ones who couldn't. To the moms without support. To the moms who breastfed for a day or for many years. To those who don't, but support mothers who do. #educate #support #normalize #worldbreastfeedingweek #breastfeeding #breastfeedingjourney #southcoastmidwifery #scmfamily