Home-Birth Midwifery Care in Mid-Michigan
At Goodness & Mercy Birth Services, we believe mothers benefit from knowledgeable, compassionate care throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum season. We especially value the personal relationships and individualized attention that home-birth midwifery care can offer.
Members of our team are studying midwifery and gaining experience through supervised apprenticeships. We are not currently offering independent midwifery care, but we are grateful for the experienced home-birth midwives serving families in Greater Lansing and Mid-Michigan.
Home-Birth Midwives We Know and Recommend
We are compiling a list of local home-birth midwives with whom we have worked or have firsthand professional experience. Our hope is to help families make informed connections with providers who offer respectful, individualized care.
Our list of recommended home-birth midwives is coming soon.
As we add names, we will aim to provide each midwife’s practice information, service area, and how families can contact her. We encourage you to verify credentials and availability directly and to meet with any midwife you are considering.
Considering a Home Birth?
Choosing a midwife is about much more than finding someone with the right credentials. You’ll be inviting this woman into one of the most personal and important experiences of your life, so it’s worth taking time to get to know her.
We encourage you to meet with prospective midwives and learn about their philosophy of pregnancy and birth. How do they view the natural process of labor? How do they involve husbands and families? How do they approach informed decision-making, unexpected complications, and the need for medical intervention?
Just as importantly, pay attention to the relationship. Do you feel comfortable asking questions? Does she listen carefully and respect your concerns? Can you imagine trusting her and working together throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum season?
A good midwife brings knowledge and experience, but she also brings patience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to caring for mothers and babies. Look for someone whose philosophy of care you respect and whose presence helps you feel confident, heard, and supported.
Our Midwifery Journey
We believe there is a real need for more home-birth midwives in our area. That need is part of what motivates our team’s continued education and apprenticeships. We look forward to sharing updates as our training progresses and we meet the requirements for any future midwifery services.
Doula Support Alongside Your Midwife
Whether you are planning a home birth or another birth setting, a doula can offer non-medical emotional, physical, and informational support alongside your chosen medical care team. Learn more about our birth doula services.
Let’s Connect
Have questions about home-birth midwifery options or doula support in Mid-Michigan? Contact our team or email info@goodnessandmercybirth.com.