Meet the Midwife Behind RiverSong Midwifery
RiverSong Midwifery was founded by a licensed midwife passionate about offering warm, personalized, and professional birth care to families in Gowen, Michigan, and the surrounding communities within a 45-minute radius. With a career beginning in 2016 and full licensure granted in 2024, she combines clinical expertise, advanced certifications, and heartfelt compassion to guide families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence and support.
Her background includes extensive hands-on experience managing a variety of births, including low-risk home births, VBACs (vaginal births after cesarean), and birth center deliveries. This diversity has sharpened her skills and deepened her ability to provide tailored care that honors each family’s unique needs.
Education and Professional Certifications
Licensed Midwife, Michigan (2024)
CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation Certification
Spinning Babies Certified Practitioner
VBAC Fellowship in Perinatal Support (FAPS)
Ongoing professional development and continuing education to remain current with best practices in midwifery and maternal-child health
Our Holistic, Family-Centered Midwifery Philosophy
At RiverSong Midwifery, we view birth as a profound, transformative family event, deserving of respect, individualized attention, and uninterrupted continuity of care. Our holistic philosophy integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual supports to nurture both parents and babies.
We focus on empowerment through education, supporting families in making informed decisions that align with their values and cultural backgrounds. Our care model ensures that you are never just a number; instead, you are a valued individual with unique desires and concerns, honored throughout your journey.
Core Principles That Guide Our Care
Continuity and Consistency
A solo midwife practice ensures you receive the same trusted caregiver from pregnancy through postpartum.
Respect for Birth Choices
From home births to hospital deliveries, your birth plan is central to our approach.
Support for Emotional Wellbeing
Recognizing the emotional shifts of pregnancy and postpartum, we provide resources and empathetic communication.
Collaborative Care
We coordinate with obstetricians, lactation consultants, and other health professionals as needed.
Comprehensive Services You Can Rely on
RiverSong Midwifery offers a full spectrum of personalized services, carefully designed to meet your individual and family needs.
Prenatal Care
- Routine checkups, including monitoring mother and baby health
- Lab work facilitation and ultrasound referrals
- Nutritional and lifestyle counseling
- Birth planning and education on labor expectations
Labor and Birth Support
- Presence during labor in your chosen setting: home, birth center, or hospital
- Support for natural births, water births, and VBACs
- Pain management techniques such as breathing, positioning, and relaxation
- Advocacy for your birth preferences
Postpartum and Newborn Care
- Physical recovery assessments and emotional support
- Breastfeeding help and lactation consulting
- Six-week newborn wellness exams and parental education
- Placenta encapsulation services for holistic postpartum wellness
Family Planning and Contraceptive Counseling
- Guidance on diverse birth control options
- Support for family growth timing based on your health and lifestyle
Commitment to Accessibility and Support
RiverSong Midwifery understands that family needs and emergencies do not adhere to a schedule. That is why we offer:
- 24/7 availability for urgent concerns, ensuring peace of mind anytime
- Flexible scheduling for prenatal visits, including evenings and weekends when possible
- Responsive communication through phone, email, or text to answer questions promptly
Building Trust Through Transparent Financial Practices
We believe clear, honest communication about pricing and payment options is essential to fostering trust. RiverSong Midwifery offers:
- Transparent midwifery packages with clear details on included services
- Payment options including cash, check, and all major credit cards (with a 3% transaction fee on cards)
- HealthShare acceptance for clients choosing alternative healthcare financing
- No surprise fees—what we quote is what you pay
Join the RiverSong Midwifery Family Today
Choosing the right midwife is one of the most important decisions for your family’s birthing experience. If you are seeking warm, knowledgeable, and family-centered care in Gowen, Michigan, we invite you to connect with RiverSong Midwifery.
Contact RiverSong Midwifery at (616) 303-0155 to learn more about our holistic, family-centered midwifery care and take the first step toward an empowered birth experience.
