January - 17, 2025

Nicole’s Birth Story

My husband was initially concerned about what would happen if something went wrong. Loretta was very open with us about different scenarios and how they would be handled. It was reassuring to know that even if complications arose, they could be managed at the birth center. That education and knowledge gave us peace of mind.

I realized that birth is a natural process. Our bodies are designed to do this — we don’t need a hospital or a doctor to birth a baby. Having the care and support from midwives made me feel that was all I needed to have a successful birth.

Pain management was never something I wanted to experience through medication. I wanted to feel my body doing the work. I’ve heard all the stories about how painful birth can be, but when you understand the process, it doesn’t feel that way. Our bodies are designed for this, and the pain has a purpose to push us through. For me, it wasn’t painful at all.

My last birth was a home birth, and it was an incredible experience. I felt deeply connected with myself and my faith. It was peaceful and comforting to be in my own space, preparing for my baby. Even with my birth center birth, having control over the environment allowed me to connect my mind, body, and soul during labor.

The recovery process was amazing. A calm pregnancy, a peaceful birth experience, and that support from the midwives carried into postpartum. I felt reassured throughout. If I had a question or concern, I could message the midwives and always receive comfort and guidance.

Birth is a beautiful, natural experience that every woman is capable of. People say, ‘You’re a superhero for doing a natural birth,’ but the truth is, every woman was built to do it. If a natural birth is what she wants, she can absolutely achieve it.