Closing the Chapter
This blog is the one that pains the heart of any midwife to write, and I, myself, have dreaded writing. Many of you are familiar with the...
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- Oct 30, 2021
#MOTHERSTRONG
A gallery with thoughts of Avalon breastfeeding photos.
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Sep 25, 2020
The Importance of Sisterhood
I have had the honor to walk with these women in trial and triumph. We have wept through the difficult stuff and laughed with joy
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Aug 29, 2020
Creation is Calling: The Birth of Avalon Shalom
It all began with a vision I had four years ago. A girl was to be born in the sunlight on a peaceful day of blue skies and no wind (a...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Apr 8, 2019
Memoirs of a Postpartum Part Two
Postpartum:adj. of or noting the period of time following childbirth; after delivery. In my last blog “Memoirs of a Postpartum Part One”,...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Jan 29, 2019
Memoirs of a Postpartum Part One
Postpartum:adj. of or noting the period of time following childbirth; after delivery. I’m honored by the number of women who have...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Dec 31, 2018
With a Thankful Heart
As we all approach the New Year, many of us reflect on 2018. For me, it was another year of expansion in all areas of my life....
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Oct 20, 2018
Born Free: The Story of Killian’s Entrance Earth-side
For years it has been my mission to support women in experiencing their powerful birth. Though my four previous births taught me a great...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Sep 2, 2018
Accepting the Ebb
Definition of Ebb and Flow: used to describe something that changes in a regular and repeated way. Definition of Ebb: the reflux of the...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Jul 24, 2018
Over the Ocean and Through the Woods
Some of you may have seen my video while I was in London training. I was there specifically to certify in Holistic Pelvic Care™ through...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Mar 24, 2018
An Inside Look
If you have experienced the medical model during a pregnancy, you understand the drill. The mother goes to the office once a month (or...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Mar 4, 2018
An Interview with a Student Midwife
I was honored to be interviewed by midwifery student, Saga Taylor. Saga is studying to be a CPM. Her original assignment was to interview...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Jan 27, 2018
To Make a Midwife: Anniversary Recap of my Haitian Trip
This blog is coming out much later than expected; however, it seemed fitting since this weekend will be the one year anniversary of my...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Dec 29, 2017
As This Year Comes to a Close……
As this year comes to an end, many look back and reflect on their accomplishments, families, wealth, and health. If wise, many have...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Nov 7, 2017
October
This last October I had the amazing opportunity to spend most of the month absorbing 3 amazing opportunities. Normally my months are...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Sep 26, 2017
A Mother’s Struggle: Talking PPD and PTSD
When I started this blog post, I was writing a rebuttal to an article “11 Reasons Why People Need to Stop Romanticizing Childbirth”. Each...
Nebraska Birth Keeper
- Aug 28, 2017
Seasons Come Full Circle
This year has been very different from what I ever thought it would be. It has been a season for many changes in my life. Early this year...
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- Jul 26, 2017
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- May 27, 2017
Alabama’s “Criminalizing” Midwifery Bill
Many of us have read Alabama’s “Decriminalizing Midwifery Bill”, HB315. I have seen much rejoicing and praise especially in Nebraska, the...
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- Jan 23, 2017
A New Chapter
This informative call opened my eyes to the possibility of practicing midwifery lawfully in Nebraska. Since that moment, a passion has been
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