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Central Texas Midwifery offers evidence-based, trauma-informed midwifery care to the greater Austin area. At Central Texas Midwifery we believe care is about relationship, trust, education and excellence in clinical care. Phone: (510) 485-1795 Website: Link Certification: Certified Professional Midwife Location: Austin Every pregnancy is unique. Every birth is unique. Each family is unique. I keep … Read more
What is Oxytocin? Oxytocin, often referred to as the “Love Hormone,” is a hormone that is produced in the brain and release into the bloodstream during labor causing the uterus to contract. In addition to the role it plays during contractions, oxytocin is also released during the physical stimulation of a woman’s nipples. The release … Read more
Making Noise in Labor and Birth Have you ever moaned from a stomach ache? Think back to the noises you made and how they helped you to cope. More than likely, the moaning was a way for you to focus on something else other than the discomfort. Vocalization is, for many women, one of the … Read more
What are Newborn Care Specialists? Similar services are provided by Newborn Care Specialists, Newborn Care Providers, and Night Nannies. However, their experiences vary. This means that nurses and practical nurses can manage more complex medical situations. Additional support may be provided by infant caregivers, such as running errands, doing some light cleaning, doing laundry for … Read more
There are relatively few situations in which you would leave your infant unsupervised. One of the few times during the night when your kid will be left alone without your supervision. As a result, it is critical that you select a secure crib mattress with a supportive mattress pad. There are a plethora of crib … Read more
Home Baby Reveal provides the best ultrasound experience possible for expecting families by conducting their appointments in comfort and safety of home. We offer both medical and elective “baby reveal” options, with our ultimate goal being to help as many families as possible experience the full joy of seeing their new baby together. Phone: 512.712.0000 … Read more
I have always looked at pregnancy and birth as a natural process. It just made sense to not interfere unless there was reason to. That being said, I didn’t know much about midwives or doulas when I had my children. My birth experiences with all three of my children were the catalyst that caused me … Read more
The Hill Country Birth & Wellness™ is aprofoundly different approach than contemporary approach to pregnancy and childbirth. Midwifery practice prior to, during and after birth is compassionate, hands-on care. Midwives are health care providers who build a trusting relationship with their patients, specializing in pregnancy and childbirth, resulting in trust supported labor and birth. … Read more
As a full-spectrum doula, my passion is providing support and community for families throughout their journey to parenthood. I provide unbiased information and hands-on support so you can discover what works best for you. As a veteran of three home births, I believe all birthing people hold the power to birth in a way that … Read more
Licensed Midwife, Certified Professional Midwife My name is Nikki Marterre. I’m a licensed Certified Professional Midwife in Austin, TX. I provide Fertility Consults, Prenatal Care, Postpartum Care, Well Newborn Care, Homebirth & Waterbirth in the Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, Hutto, Pflugerville and Liberty Hill areas of Texas Phone: 512-745-9635 Website: sunflowermidwifery.com Certification: Licensed … Read more