70 births total in 2018; busiest year in Celebrate Birth history! Melissa: 31 Michelle: 30 Lanee: 9 11 home births, 59 at the birth center. We cared for an additional 11 who chose to deliver in the hospital.  We saw a total of 126 new clients in 2018 and we look...

Two pink lines. A blue plus. A simple “pregnant.”  Once you have that big fat positive (or BFP for all you baby forum members), you might be wondering what on earth to do next. While those first few weeks of pregnancy might feel overwhelming, exciting, and...

The precious bond between babies and mothers starts early on. From feeling those early kicks to holding the baby for the first moments of her life, that connection can be immediate. Some men might feel intimidated by this and worry that they might not be able to feel...

If you’re in the final weeks of pregnancy, you’re likely getting anxious. Your feet are swollen, your back is sore, and you’re getting tired of the nonstop tour of public restrooms throughout Polk County. While it’s tempting to hop on the yoga ball and reach for the...

For low-risk patients, the traditional OB visit can be frustrating! It sometimes feels like an all-day affair to get to the office and sit in a cramped waiting room only to spend a total of five minutes with your doctor. Many women feel unheard in this whole process,...

When preparing for your delivery, it is important to know who will be on your birth team, working to give you the best birth experience possible. For women with low-risk pregnancies, midwives and doulas are invaluable resources, but they each serve in different...