Services Provided
Rain, after all is only rain; it is not bad weather. So also, pain is only pain; unless we resist it, then it becomes torment. - I Ching

 

A free initial consultation that lasts 1-2 hours.

 

Preconception counseling and combatting infertility naturally.

Some people come to see us before getting pregnant so they know how to best prepare their bodies for conception and gestation. Others who may experience difficulty conceiveing come for a total body naturopathic assessment. By looking at nutrition, homone levels, lifestyle and attitude, we may be able to make suggestions for a successful conception.

 

Naturopathy for the whole family.

The utilization of herbs, homeopathics, Bach flower remedies, Applied Kinesiology, iridology, acupressure, therapeutic touch, and forgiveness therapy all aid in the promotion of holistic health care for the whole family.
*Specialization in women's health care and hard-to-treat cases.

 

Pregnancy services: a full breakdown

In general:

At our prenatal visits we will find out how you and your baby are doing. We give you plenty of time to ask questions and to relay ideas or thoughts about your pregnancy and birth. Appointments average 45-60 minutes and wait times are usually 15 minutes or less. The visits are informal and comfortable, done in Jeni's home office. Everyone is greeted with a hug and smile and we urge you to make yourself comfortable with a glass of water or cup of tea. We strongly encourage mothers and their partners to attend prenatals together and encourage any children to come along as well. This is a time to get to know who we are and find a space where you feel truly at home, comfortable, and safe with your midwife. We will always be available to you 24/7 with any questions or concerns you might have. We are here to serve you.

The initial visit:

We like to see you as soon as you find out you are pregnant. We get you started with the right nutrition and any help you may need in your first trimester. This first visit takes about an hour and a half.

Until 36 Weeks:

We see you every four weeks until you are 28 weeks and every two weeks until you are 36 weeks. At these visits we will take your blood pressure and pulse, check how your baby is growing through measuring and palpation. After 10-11 weeks we can hear the baby's heart beat with a Doppler, at 18-22 with a fetoscope (which is just like a stethoscope). We will check your urine for a variety of things and see how you are gaining weight. We will also draw your blood and perform the necessary tests. We spend a significant amount of time on nutrition and counseling. We ask you questions about your diet and physical well-being. We make sure you and your baby are growing beautifully.

Childbirth Class:

All first-time mothers are requested to take childbirth classes around 32-37 weeks. All mothers who will be having their first homebirth are strongly encouraged to attend as well. You may take them with us at $150 per couple for the series (usually done on two Saturdays) or you may take them somewhere else especially if you desire a specific modality such as Hypnobirthing or Birthing from Within.

36 weeks:

We will do a "home visit." At this visit we would like all those who plan to attend your birth be present (if at all possible) and go over specific wishes for your birth: dad to catch, photos, cord cut, water birth, music, etc.

37-41 weeks:

We see you now every week until you have your baby. We may give you certain herbs or homeopathics that may help you get "ready".

41-42 weeks:

We might see you every couple of days and really work with natural methods to get you into labor if you have not had your baby. We might send you for a biophysical profile at the hospital, though this is rare.

 

Your Birth:

Jeni will attend your birth. She will bring all of our equipment to your home and set up wherever you choose. She will then stay with you through your entire birth and at least two hours after you have your baby.

 

After you have your baby:

We see you at 24 hrs, 72 hrs, 1 week, 2-3 week, and 6-8 weeks at the minimum. We may even see you more often depending on how you and your baby are doing. All of the postpartum visits, as we call them, are performed at your home except the last one. We will take your blood pressure and pulse, temperature, see how your uterus and perineum are recovering, ask questions about your diet and how you are doing, and help you with any issues with breastfeeding. We will weigh your baby, take all of his/her vital signs, assess for jaundice and any signs of maladjustment. These visits take about an hour and give you plenty of time to have all of your needs met and questions asked.

 

And beyond:

Anytime you have a question you can always feel free to call us or stop by to say hello!