Grace Midwifery

02/08/2026

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02/05/2026

I have been serving women and families for 25 years folks ---- and in that, I want to encourage you, inspire you, that we do what we can with what we have. We all have different perspectives, understanding, and just desires and passions.

I got into this work because of my own experiences - 25 years ago..... and I am telling you, not much has changed in the way of what is available and accessible to women and families in the way of birthing and beyond.

I, senior midwife and birth advocate, had my first home birth after two hospital (less than ideal) birth experiences. It took pregnancy #3 to make me look into, and research, other options.

I don't know YOUR story, but I had to learn as I went. I had to make choices. I had to go against the grain. I had to believe and know what I wanted.

I have homeschooled my children (6 of them) and learned hard lessons along the way. I had to realize that what I might have believed with babies 2-3 might be different for 3-6. And, it was something that I look back on and realize that it was God-driven, not anything that I could have done or planned, outside of God's direction.

There is NO right or wrong. We do what we know to do with the knowledge we have. No less, no more. No judgement. We are human. We make decision based on what we know. That is good and enough.

This practice, this work, is Holy Spirit driven. I want you to know that. I want you to realize that we (my team) rely on the Holy Spirit guidance and protection. We give all things to God in prayer. I ask for guidance always. I pray that we are the hands and feet of Jesus in all that we do, offer, and give.

I am in a place of precepting, of learning, or continuing... but I want women and families to know they have a choice.

I was pregnant with my #3 baby. I couldn't get pregnant, then I was. So grateful. So blessed.

I chose a different avenue, way. Which may of us are faced to do.

I had my 1st home birth with my baby.

It changed everything.

I had an unnecessary c-setion with my 1st baby.
I wanted, and prayed for another type of experience.
I researched, I learned, and I educated myself on....

I hired a midwife 7 months into my 3rd pregnancy... and didn't care about my history, my experiences, my input from family and friends, and I chose to have a community led, midwife-inspired, home birth.

I hired a CNM to help me, to attend me, to be my support, to believe in me, to support me, to inspirer me. And Zan Ruby, CNM, took me on. She came into my front room for a consult, and sat on my front room floor. She looked into my eyes. She believed me. She listened to me. She took me on.

That is what changed my life. My birthing. I want to put this here. I want others to know that it can be something like this that changes their lives. Their birthing. Their understanding. This can also project deeper passions to pursue letting others know that they have options. They have choices. They have alternatives.

I am now at a point where I have done it all. I have continued in my education, re-certifications, I have done all things to keep in this. To keep advocating, to keep inspiring others, to keep encouraging others to look into another option for care....

I am pro-life, I am a believer, I am a God-loving midwife. But sometimes that is not enough, or sometimes that is TOO much. God controls all of that.

I don't need to be recognized. I don't need assurance from anyoe beside God himself. I do what I do because God has called me to do so. There will be a time when I don't do this work. And that is ok.

I am here, with you - with all of you all. I take Aug./Sept. of f from DUE DATES but we do appointments during that time.

We do other stuff, labowrk, well-woman care... and so forth.

Reach out- we are here for you!!!

02/05/2026

Curious question: why do a lot of cultures wear their babies on the backs but here we wear them on the front? 

02/01/2026

Matriarchs of Midwifery: Wisdom, Care & Legacy

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01/30/2026

We want YOU - to join us for this upcoming event April 17, 2026 at Shenandoah University!

Matriarchs of Midwifery: Wisdom, Care & Legacy - is an event where we are honoring the midwives of Virginia - who have taught us so much, given us so much wisdom and care!

This is a free event - and we would love for you all to click on the link, share the event, invite your friends and loved ones!

01/29/2026

We are hiring! Please share with folks who might be interested in this unique, joyful, loving position!

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We are excited to see who the Lord brings to us!

This is a UNQUE job description and application! This job will entail work mainly for Grace Midwifery, but some Holy Yoga Shenandoah Valley, Maidens by His Design, and Blessing God's Way, LLC work as well. Whoever is hired must have a passion for serving women of all ages about holistic health and w...

01/28/2026

You're Invited! Matriarchs of Midwifery: Wisdom, Care, & Legacy

Calling all midwives, student midwives, doulas, birthworkers, and those passionate about birth —

Join us for a meaningful evening of fellowship, encouragement, and connection hosted by Grace Midwifery.

This gathering is designed specifically for those walking alongside women and families through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Come be refreshed, ask questions, and glean wisdom from seasoned midwives who have walked this path and are eager to pour into others.

Enjoy a relaxed evening with light hors d'oeuvres and beverages, intentional conversation, and the chance to build lasting relationships within the birth community.

Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, this night is for you.
Come be encouraged. Come be equipped. Come be part of the community.

We look forward to seeing you there!

REGISTER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuJkCRnc1kZImlvWdoQ1vc9F5KPWeTt3OHhB-40lfDg-zdkw/viewform

01/27/2026