I use fertility awareness method (FAM) for birth control/family planning. Period. And I’ve been using this method successfully for 6 years (with no unintended pregnancies!). There’s an old joke that care providers sometimes (in very bad taste) tell and it goes something like this:

What do you call a person who uses natural family planning?

Pregnant! Ha! Except no…

Inclusive Midwifery

Midwives serve all family types, and this means that we need to understand the unique health and social issues of a variety of populations. I would argue this is especially true of marginalized demographics in our society, of which LGBTQ+ families have historically been.

Today, I am really excited to finally be able to offer midwifery services in my own practice, and Midwife Meredith and I both feel strongly about keeping Wilder Midwifery actively inclusive and competent in LGBTQ+ healthcare services and the needs of these specific populations.

Our position of inclusivity brings up a lot of questions from some people, most often from members of the midwifery community. So, I thought I would address some of these questions as best I can, and present one example of what an inclusive healthcare practice can look like…

Stay Wild: The Safety of Homebirth

“We consider your home your natural environment, and if everything is normal and healthy, it makes sense to give birth in your own habitat instead of in an artificial one. We know that mammals have a hard time with the process of birth when they are heavily watched, restricted, uncomfortable or afraid. Staying home with care providers you trust allows you to labor intuitively and naturally, without unnecessary intervention. We believe that there is a power in staying home in your own environment - YOU are the ones calling the shots in your home. And this subtle shift in mindset can allow birth to become an empowering family experience…”

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