Autonomy in Care
Every family comes to pregnancy with their own history, values, and way of knowing. My role as a midwife is not to take the lead, but to walk beside you with the blend of steadiness, intuition, and woman-to-woman care that honors the lineage of midwifery.
Autonomy here isn’t about doing everything alone.
It’s about having space to listen to your body, understand your options, and make choices that feel aligned and respectful to you.
In practical terms, autonomy in this practice looks like:
Collaborative decision-making rather than directives
Informed consent and refusal grounded in real conversation
Supportive, hands-off physiological birth unless you ask or need otherwise
Respect for your pace, preferences, and instincts
A calm, non-intrusive presence that centers your unfolding process
Room for minimalist or more spacious care if that’s your comfort level
Trauma-informed support that honors boundaries and past experiences
Even in moments that require action, nothing is done without your knowledge or yes; there are no surprises in this care.
Some families want more guidance.
Some want more space.
This model allows for both.
If you lean toward more self-directed care or want to understand how your autonomy can be held and supported within midwifery care, we can talk through what that looks like for you.
Exploring Care Together
Choosing a midwife is about trust and alignment. This first conversation is a space to ask questions and get a sense of what working together might feel like.