Standard prenatal care is designed to create disconnection from our bodies, babies and higher selves. Emotional and spiritual wellbeing is ignored, while dependence on outside authority and ever-more complicated technology is fostered. The result is a world of mothers and babies cut off from their true nature, unable to feel their instincts, and suffering nearly ubiquitous birth trauma and postpartum dis-ease.

During my first pregnancy, I felt numb and anxious during my prenatal visits with the hospital-based nurse midwives overseeing my care. Visits were rushed and consisted of waiting, weighing, blood draws and vaginal exams, reviewing test results and talking about all the potential pathologies we could face. I’d envisioned connection, honest dialogue and education, but I should have realized that these aspects are not part of a volume-driven prenatal care model. My baby and I experienced the consequences of fear-and-fix based pregnancy care in our birth process, which was sabotaged by inaccurate monitoring devices and inhuman hospital policies. I experienced significant postpartum depression and anxiety, and delayed bonding with my baby.

We deserve better, and there is a better way. I believe that prenatal and birth support which focus on connection, trust and celebration can be a catalyst for widespread healing.

During my second pregnancy, I was lucky to find a certified midwife who truly understands and trusts women, babies and birth. We got to know each other well, and by the time I was entering the birth portal, her presence was calming and uplifting; she felt like a trusted friend. I’ve come to understand that the confident presence of a wise woman was a key factor- among many others- in making my second birth a positive and triumphant experience, which led to an easeful postpartum.

If you’re pregnant, and craving real connection, real trust, and real self-discovery, let’s talk. This is not a promise of a specific outcome, but a call to action. This is one woman, extending her hand in solidarity and reverence, to another.

Our coaching sessions will consist of real-life, truth-based connection. Sessions are one hour long, and usually begin with grounding meditation, followed by explorative dialogue focused on your phase in pregnancy, or whatever is present for you that day. We’ll also utilize journaling, movement, and ceremony as tools. Coaching is totally customizable and flexible. You can choose to add sessions or extend your plan as you see fit. It’s really all up to you.

Our work won’t be easy, you won’t be following “step-by-step” instructions by which you’ll miraculously attain a “perfect” pregnancy or birth, but I’ll be there with you each step of the way, as you are guided forth by your heart, learning to listen inward, and trusting your instinct above all. This is about your own truth. I’m not here to be one more person telling you how to live or what to think.

No fear mongering, no unhelpful advice, no shame.

Just support, encouragement, and guidance as you remember the depth of your power and uncover the fullness of your truth; the pure magic of women coming together to celebrate our inherent sacred ability to grow and nourish new life.

It’s time to accept your truth, and embody your power; it’s time to take responsibility for your pregnancy, your birth, and your life.

It’s time to find your truth.

In love and sisterhood,

Lindsey