(Michelle) Welborn Baby Verified listing

I am a Certified Professional Midwife, Licensed Midwife, Childbirth Educator and Doula. I have attended over 600 births in homes, hospitals and birth centers.

Midwifery is an art that integrates ancient wisdom, modern knowledge and the greatest of intimacies. Perhaps the most basic core human experience is to give birth. Yet, this “normal” life process of childbirth has the power to transform us at the deepest levels. The vulnerability and courage of this transformation, often in the face of challenges and witnessing women/birthing parents realize their strength and power is both a joy and a privilege. I know that how we are heard, held and cared for in pregnancy, birth and the postpartum can change our lives.

Education and individualized care are two of my most cherished core values. I provide professional advice, information and resources to empower my clients to make autonomous decisions about their pregnancies, births and babies. I believe the Midwifery Model of Care builds confidence in parenting skills.

I serve on the boards of Californians for the Advancement of Midwifery and the California Association of Licensed Midwives with the goal of centering birthing person and midwife autonomy.