Chava Birth

Chava Birth Amanda Mauch, CPM LDEM- proudly serving home birthing families in Northern Utah. ✨ www.chavabirth.com

Updated birth availability for upcoming due dates! 2026 is filling up fast and I can’t even believe it. Alannah and I ar...
11/18/2025

Updated birth availability for upcoming due dates!

2026 is filling up fast and I can’t even believe it. Alannah and I are so grateful for all of the families who allow us into theirs. ❤️

If you are wanting a home birth and a provider who comes to your home for visits, listens without rushing, and prioritizes informed decision making, I would love to see if we are a good fit. We only take a limited number of due dates each month to keep care personal and present.

If you are due in February, March, or May, now is the time to reach out! It’s never too late. Summer and fall are more open (August due dates are just starting to pop up!) but tend to go quickly once the holidays pass and people start planning more for the new year. I try to only take 3-4 births each month and I do anticipate filling these spots.

If you have been thinking about it, let’s talk. Free no pressure consultations are always available. Send a message or fill out the contact form on the website!

Imposter syndrome shows up in birth more often than people realize.It’s that quiet voice that says, what if I can’t do t...
11/15/2025

Imposter syndrome shows up in birth more often than people realize.

It’s that quiet voice that says, what if I can’t do this? What if I fall apart? What if I was never cut out for this in the first place? It’s the part of you that doesn’t see yourself in the usual home birth stories. The part that believes you’re not strong enough, not calm enough, not natural enough. The part that wonders if everyone else has something you don’t.

But here’s what I’ve seen over and over again. The people who feel that way still do it.

They labor, they cry, they cope in their own way. And somewhere in the middle of all of it, something shifts.
They stop trying to prove they belong, and start realizing they always did.

Imposter syndrome is loud until you are right in the middle of doing the thing you thought you couldn’t do.
Then it gets quiet.

You don’t have to feel like a home birth person to choose home birth. You just have to show up, trust us, and the rest unfolds from there.

📷: .sacred.births

Reminder that these are not extras: being heard, being safe, being informed, being respected.That is not special treatme...
11/12/2025

Reminder that these are not extras: being heard, being safe, being informed, being respected.

That is not special treatment. That is not a luxury. That is the starting point and you don’t have to earn it. You don’t have to ask for it. This is the bare minimum. ❤️

Why Home Visits?Because this is YOUR space.The same space where your baby will be born, the same couch you’ll rest on, t...
11/09/2025

Why Home Visits?

Because this is YOUR space.
The same space where your baby will be born, the same couch you’ll rest on, the same room where labor might unfold.

Home visits allow us to build trust in the environment where birth will happen. There’s no need to shift into “host mode,” no scrambling to get kids out the door for appointments, no fluorescent lighting or sterile waiting room. Just you, your home, and the rhythm of your life.

Birth is an energetic process, and every time we step into your space during pregnancy, it becomes just a little more familiar, a little more settled. That’s not an accident, it’s part of the design.

Your kids get used to seeing us. Your pets sniff us out and settle. Siblings get to listen for the baby’s heartbeat, help with blood pressure cuffs, and ask their questions. They are sometimes deep, sometimes silly, always important. Other family members can come and go naturally. Partners can join when they’re off work. Grandma might pop her head in. The atmosphere is yours to shape.

That mutual comfort makes a difference, especially on the day of birth. ❤️

Postpartum days are weird.Time bends. You sit down and it’s suddenly 3 PM. You haven’t eaten, your tea is cold, and your...
11/06/2025

Postpartum days are weird.

Time bends. You sit down and it’s suddenly 3 PM. You haven’t eaten, your tea is cold, and your baby’s been on your chest for hours.

Many families have meals lined up, freezer dinners, meal trains, help from loved ones. And that support is so appreciated. It’s a beautiful thing to have dinner taken care of.

But what about the in between?
You need food. Real food. Nourishing food. But mostly… food you can eat with one hand while half sitting in bed.

These aren’t full meals, just snack ideas to keep your blood sugar stable, replenish iron, and support healing until you can sit down and eat something more:

– Bone broth in a thermos
– A banana with almond butter
– Energy balls or date bites
– Hard boiled egg (pre peeled)
– Warm herbal tea with honey and coconut oil
– A protein shake (bonus if it has collagen or greens)
– Dried apricots and pumpkin seeds (iron + vitamin C combo)
– A lactation cookie (or three)
– Chia pudding in a jar
– Spoonful of tahini and maple syrup
– A slice of toast with ghee or nut butter
– Greek yogurt with granola or fruit
– String cheese and whole grain crackers
– Hummus with pretzels or pita chips
– Beef or bison jerky (easy iron rich option)
– A few squares of dark chocolate and a handful of almonds

Nourishing foods do more than fill your stomach. They help restore iron and minerals lost during birth, rebuild blood, support milk production, ease hormonal shifts, and ground your nervous system. Warming, protein rich, mineral dense foods help your body recover the way it’s meant to: gently, deeply, and fully.

You just had a baby. You’re healing. You’re feeding a human. You deserve to be fed too.

Save this for later. Send it to a partner or postpartum helper. Better yet, write it on the fridge!

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, a time to recognize the strength and resilience of babies who come into the wor...
11/03/2025

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, a time to recognize the strength and resilience of babies who come into the world a little too soon. I myself was a preemie, born 7.5 weeks early and spent time in the NICU, like so many other babies born preterm.

Premature babies face a different beginning. Their first snuggles might be delayed, they spend their earliest days in incubators instead of their parents arms, their first feedings may come through tubes, and their first milestones are measured in ounces and heart rate stability. It’s a tender, uncertain, and incredibly brave journey.

If you’ve ever loved a preemie, or a preemie parent (or any NICU family in general too) you know the courage that lives in those early days. And if you’re supporting someone with a baby in that situation, never underestimate the power of showing up quietly, listening, or simply saying, “I’m here.”

To the tiniest fighters and the families who love them: we see you. 💜

Happy Halloween! Wishing you a fun day and the best night with your favorite little pumpkins. 🎃
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! Wishing you a fun day and the best night with your favorite little pumpkins. 🎃

There’s nothing spooky about trusting your body. Halloween might be full of tricks and surprises, but birth is all about...
10/28/2025

There’s nothing spooky about trusting your body.

Halloween might be full of tricks and surprises, but birth is all about instinct and timing. It unfolds when it’s ready, in its own rhythm, and that’s part of the beauty.

Getting ready for birth reminds me of the excitement of Halloween week, you gather your essentials like a bag of treats, have your team ready, and wait for that moment when things begin. Birth can even feel a little like carving a pumpkin, messy, intense, and full of effort, but in the end, you see something truly incredible take shape. Just like no two pumpkins are alike, every birth story is unique and unforgettable.

And can’t forget the treats- The sweetest of all is finally meeting your baby.

I’ve shared before about why people choose placenta encapsulation. The potential support for energy, mood, iron levels, ...
10/26/2025

I’ve shared before about why people choose placenta encapsulation. The potential support for energy, mood, iron levels, and overall recovery. So I won’t go into all of that again here.

But I do want to say this.

It’s not just about the capsules.
It’s about honoring the role your placenta played in nourishing your baby, and having something to mark that connection in a real, tangible way.

Alannah is our resident placenta encapsulation specialist. She prepares each placenta with care and intention, always respecting what it represents.

We make the whole process simple. Whether you birthed with us or not, we’ll handle pickup, preparation, and delivery.

And if you’d like, we can also preserve the umbilical cord as a keepsake. Depending on the length of the cord, it can be shaped into a spiral, a heart, your baby’s initial, or even a word like love. ❤️

You don’t just meet your midwife at the birth. You build a relationship over months of prenatal visits, conversations, s...
10/23/2025

You don’t just meet your midwife at the birth. You build a relationship over months of prenatal visits, conversations, shared decision making, and trust.

By the time labor begins, your midwife doesn’t just know your medical history. She knows your values, your fears, your preferences, your support system, your baseline vitals, your intuition. And you know her. You know her voice, her presence, her style of care.

That connection matters. It makes it easier to communicate, to stay calm, to make decisions together in real time. It means subtle changes are noticed, unspoken concerns are picked up on, and individualized care is truly possible.

Relationship based care isn’t just comforting. It is clinical. It is protective. It contributes to safer outcomes because the care is tailored, attentive, and grounded in familiarity.

Continuity matters. And the relationship between midwife and client is a powerful tool for safer birth. ❤️

You may have heard of hypnosis for breaking habits or managing stress but have you ever thought about using it for birth...
10/21/2025

You may have heard of hypnosis for breaking habits or managing stress but have you ever thought about using it for birth?

HypnoBirthing is not stage magic. It is a method rooted in breath work, deep relaxation, and visualization. It helps you shift out of fear and into trust. It helps you stay grounded in your body, no matter what labor brings.

It does not mean your birth will be pain free or perfectly quiet. It means you are prepared. You have tools. You know how to respond to each surge with calm and confidence.

Many of my clients have found HypnoBirthing to be a powerful part of their preparation. I have friends who are incredible certified instructors and I am always happy to point you in their direction.

Birth is intense. But it does not have to be overwhelming. You deserve care that honors your body and your mind. ❤️

Fall is in full swing now and it’s my favorite time of year. Golden skies, crisp air, and sunflowers stretching toward t...
10/18/2025

Fall is in full swing now and it’s my favorite time of year. Golden skies, crisp air, and sunflowers stretching toward the last bit of warmth of the season. It’s such a beautiful time to be pregnant, and an even better time to have it documented.

I only had professional maternity photos taken with my last two babies. I wish I had done it every time. Those sessions captured details I didn’t even realize I would want to remember all these years later. I’m so happy to have these memories, preserved through someone else’s lens.

Whether it’s fall, spring, or the dead of winter, get the photos taken. This season of life will pass, and you might be surprised how much you want to look back and see yourself in it.

This photo, along with all of my other maternity photos, was taken by my friend . She does such an amazing job. She even has a studio if outdoor isn’t your vibe, and she is so good at capturing exactly what you are looking for. She is truly worth every penny and if I could go back in time and have her document every pregnancy of mine, I would.

I also know quite a few other incredible photographers who I have worked with firsthand and would love to recommend as well. If you’re pregnant and thinking about booking a session and want to shop around, I would be happy to share their info since each one has a specific editing style and price point.

Whether you hire a professional, or just snap a few photos in the mirror, you deserve to have this time remembered and documented. 🌻❤️

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