Holistic Midwifery Care and planned Homebirth for ALL makeups of families in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Doula services available in Rhode Island.

Homebirth Midwifery Services

Prenatal Care

As a birth worker I work with a unique group of local Homebirth Midwives. As your caregivers we offer support throughout pregnancy and get to know your family and help assist you in creating a birth plan that best fits your needs. Prenatal appointments typically take about an hour, we cover any questions you may have, check in on you a

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Birth

Prenatal Care

During labor our team comes in peacefully and quietly. We set up and provide comfort measures as needed, we monitor mom and baby and give as much or as little support as mom wishes. After all this is your story! If a scenario arises that needs special attention we are trained to respond appropriately.

Waterbirth

Prenatal Care

Breastfeeding

We offer birth tubs for your convenience. Laboring in water can be very relaxing and water birth is a safe option!

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is a great way to bond with your baby. Before leaving the birth we assist in helping that bond begin. Many times there are techniques that can assist in continuing successful feedings in the days, months and years after. We offer referrals for lactation consultants if needed!

VBAC

Breastfeeding

Postpartum

Vaginal birth after cesarean can be a safe and great option for many folks and achievable! If you would like to talk more about your specific scenario and see if it is an option feel free to contact us.

Postpartum

Breastfeeding

Postpartum

We are still very much on call for you! We come out for postpartum visits at day 1 and 3, 1 week, 3 weeks and 6 weeks after birth. We check in on mom and baby, we weigh baby, give breastfeeding pointers, file the birth certificate and much more.

Doula Services

As your doula I offer unique care with all of these services as a minimum:

~A free consultation interview

~2-3+ prenatal visits in your home

~Birth Plan counseling

~Comfort technique practice

~On-call 24/7 support beginning 2 weeks before your estimated due date, and extending to two weeks after the birth of your baby

~Continuous labor and birth support from when you call me in until a few hours after the birth

~2 postpartum visits (including a home-cooked meal)

About Us

Midwife

Jody is a Homebirth Midwife that attended schooling at the Ancient Art of Midwifery Institute. She is a member of the Massachusetts Midwives Alliance and is NRP(Neonatal Resuscitation) and CPR certified. Jody decided to begin her journey into Homebirth Midwifery after taking part in the birth of one of her nieces. Her mother and mother in law also had inspiring stories which fueled her passion. She wanted to offer alternative birth options to a variety of families and support them in their decisions to becoming parents.
Jody has 4 children of her own whom her and her spouse fostered/adopted after going through various trials and tribulations trying to conceive. She homeschools her children and guides them on their path. Jody enjoys hiking in the woods, swimming, caring for her indoor/outdoor farm animals and spending time with her loved ones.

Assisting Midwife

Jessica is a Midwife Assistant that completed schooling with Birth Assistant Education and is CPR & NRP certified. She decided to delve into Midwifery and Homebirth after being a CNA over the years and having her own unique experiences with childbirth. Jessica has 2 daughters and enjoys art in her free time.

Office Manager

Joseph is our office guy! He does all the behind the scenes paperwork. In his free time he enjoys golfing. He worked doing HVAC but decided to do something he is more passionate about. He spends his days homeschooling/unschooling his children and taking care of his farm.

Testimonials

M.J.A~Sterling,CT

E.P.~Gloucester, MA

M.J.A~Sterling,CT

Tenderness, understanding and patience is something you need when having a child at home. Jody qualifies in all this and much more! She has endured intense training in RI, MA and CT. Contact her with your questions.

R.B. ~Hopkington

E.P.~Gloucester, MA

M.J.A~Sterling,CT

I was truly blessed to find Jody. It is a rare thing to be endowed with both delicate bedside manner as well as a wide range of reliable medical know how. Due to her down to earth and caring personality I was instantly comfortable with her.

E.P.~Gloucester, MA

Jody and her team are amazing! I instantly felt connected and comfortable in her capable hand. She is knowledgeable and provided me care for my whole self, my mind, body and soul.

C.C.~Fallriver, MA

E.P.~Gloucester, MA

I would highly recommend Heart In Birth Midwifery! The level of care and communication was superb. If I decide to have more children I will be contacting Jody.

H.C.~Harvard, MA

C.C.~Fallriver, MA

H.C.~Harvard, MA

My family and I had such a wonderful experience with Jody. She carries healing and positive energy with her. Jody was sensitive to my beliefs and decisions, her and her team of midwives made me feel very calm and safe.