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SCV Birth Center

Decades of midwifery-led care. Santa Clarita’s first accredited birth center—and the longest-standing in Los Angeles County.

We are located in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley, and are the only nationally accredited CABC birth center in the SCV, Antelope, and San Fernando Valley. All of our California Medical Board licensed midwives provide personalized maternity and well-woman care including natural childbirth, home birth and waterbirth options.

04/04/2026

Little hands learning to listen. 💛

One of the most beautiful parts of community birth care is how naturally families become part of the process. During prenatal visits, it is not unusual for older siblings to climb up beside their parents, hold the Doppler, and help listen for the baby’s heartbeat.

Moments like this help normalize birth for children. They grow up seeing pregnancy as a normal part of family life. They hear the heartbeat. They ask questions. They become connected to the baby long before birth day arrives.

Birth does not have to be something mysterious or hidden away. It can be something families experience together.

At SCV Birth Center, we love when little ones join visits and become part of welcoming the next baby into the family. It is one of the many ways relationship-centered care extends beyond just the Client and into the whole family.

04/01/2026

Some babies have been part of the birth center story long before they ever arrive earthside. 🤍

Lucian has been joining us at the office and at births since before he was born. From pregnancy visits to long birth nights, he has quietly been part of the rhythm of this work alongside his mom, midwife Stephanie of Roam Midwifery.

Now he’s here, and every once in a while, the work pauses for a moment like this. Seen here is Midwife Jordan of Roam Midwifery holding him in all his cutness.

Midwifery has always been a community practice. Babies grow up in these spaces. They are held, loved, and welcomed by the same village that supports the families we serve.

Just another day at the birth center. 🌿👶

We are honored to care for families across Santa Clarita, Antelope Valley, Simi Valley, and the San Fernando Valley alongside Renee Sicignano, Julia Underwood Midwifery , and Jordan McCart with Roam Midwifery .

03/30/2026

It’s the question we hear often, sometimes from you, but usually from a worried grandparent or a well-meaning friend:

"If you don’t give birth in a hospital, who checks the baby?" 🤨

The answer? We do. And we do it with the same clinical rigor you’d find in a hospital, just without the fluorescent lights. 🩺✨

At the SCV Birth Center (and in our home birth practices), choosing "natural" doesn’t mean choosing "negligence." It means choosing autonomy.

Here is the reality of newborn care with our collective:
🌿 Immediate Vitals: We monitor heart, lungs, and tone during that golden hour of skin-to-skin.

🌿 The Standard Checks: We offer Vitamin K, eye ointment, and metabolic screenings, but we do it with informed consent, discussing every option so you can decide what’s right for your family.

Whether you are seeking the fierce advocacy of Julia Underwood Midwifery, the intuitive rhythms of Roam Midwifery, or the experienced hands of Renee Sicignano, your baby is being watched closely, assessed thoroughly, and loved deeply.

We don’t skip care. We just deliver it differently. 🤍

Learn more in this week's blog post: https://scvbirthcenter.pulse.ly/jujbvg07qk

03/23/2026

Two pink lines. NOW WHAT? ⏸️🤰

If you just found out you're pregnant, the pressure to "do something" is immediate. Friends say call the doctor. The internet says get an ultrasound. Anxiety says, "Is the baby okay?"

But at the SCV Birth Center, we have a radical suggestion: Wait. ✋

In the standard medical model, early "dating ultrasounds" at 6-8 weeks are routine. But because baby is so tiny and tucked behind your pelvic bone, this usually requires an invasive transvaginal wand. 😣 And often? It’s too early to see a heartbeat, leading to more anxiety and repeat visits.

The Midwifery Way: Unless there is a medical need, we schedule your first visit around 10-11 weeks. Why? ✅ We can usually hear the heartbeat externally (no invasive wands!). ✅ We can confirm a viable pregnancy without the "come back in two weeks" stress loop. ✅ We treat pregnancy as a normal life event, not a medical emergency.

We offer ALL the same tests as an OB (Genetic screening, blood work, ultrasounds), but we do them on your timeline, with your permission.

You are pregnant today. Enjoy it. Take a breath. We’ll see you at week 10. 🤍

Read more about our prenatal testing philosophy in the blog! Read now at https://scvbirthcenter.pulse.ly/bggxlwwunk

03/22/2026

Safety in community birth starts long before labor begins.

Every midwife on our team maintains certification in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), the national standard for responding to newborn emergencies in the first moments after birth.

The reality is that most babies transition beautifully on their own. But when a baby needs extra support with breathing, heart rate, or circulation, we are trained and prepared to act quickly and confidently.

That preparation includes ongoing education, hands-on simulation, and staying current with the latest neonatal resuscitation guidelines.

Birth center care is rooted in physiologic birth and trust in the body. At the same time, safety is never an afterthought. Clinical skill, training, and readiness are part of what allows families to feel secure in this setting.

Our collective of midwives is honored to care for families across Santa Clarita, Antelope Valley, Simi Valley, and the San Fernando Valley alongside Renee Sicignano, Julia Underwood Midwifery and Roam Midwifery
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03/20/2026

Women’s bodies are not fragile systems that need to be controlled.
They are intelligent, responsive, and deeply capable.

Pregnancy and birth are guided by powerful physiologic processes that have been refined over generations. Hormones coordinate labor, the uterus works with incredible strength, and the body prepares both parent and baby for the transition into life together.

Our role as midwives is not to override that wisdom.
Our role is to understand it, protect it, and support it when it needs guidance.

This is the philosophy behind physiologic birth care and the model we practice every day at SCV Birth Center. Evidence-based care, paired with respect for the body’s innate ability to do the work it was designed to do.

We are honored to care for families across Santa Clarita, Antelope Valley, Simi Valley, and the San Fernando Valley alongside our collective of midwives Renee Sicignano , Julia Underwood , and Roam Midwifery .

If you’re curious about birth center care, we would love to meet you.

23548 Lyons Ave suite b, Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 254-3000

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03/18/2026

Why Low-Dose Aspirin in Pregnancy?

Your midwife or obstetrician might suggest low-dose aspirin (81 mg) during pregnancy. Why? It can reduce the risk of preeclampsia, a condition linked to blood pressure and placenta function.

At SCV Birth Center, we discuss these recommendations to help you make informed choices about your care. Key risk factors for preeclampsia include a history of it, diabetes, chronic hypertension, or multiple gestation.

Aspirin improves blood flow through the placenta, reducing the risk of preeclampsia. But remember, it's not mandatory—it's a discussion. Every pregnancy is unique, and decisions should be a partnership with your care provider.

We're here for any questions. Visit or call us:

📍 23548 Lyons Ave Suite B, Newhall, CA 91321
📞 (661) 254-3000

Honored to work with midwives Julia Underwood and Roam Midwifery .

03/16/2026

The Myth of the "Due Date": Why Patience is the Best Birthing Tool 🗝️

That 40-week circle on your calendar? It's a statistical average, not a biological deadline!

Here’s the truth about "going post-dates" from the Santa Clarita Midwives at SCV Birth Center:

The Facts:
Most first-time moms naturally go 7 to 10 days past their due date. This is normal physiology, not "late."

Our safe, out-of-hospital birth window is 37 to 42 weeks. You aren't overdue at 41 weeks—you're just pregnant!

The "Key in the Lock": Your baby is working hard to find the Optimal Fetal Positioning in these final days. Rushing this process can be counterproductive.

What You Can Do:

Stop stressing! High cortisol/adrenaline from trying to "evict the baby" actually inhibits oxytocin (the labor hormone). Instead, boost oxytocin:
📵 Go Dark: Turn off your phone and let family know you’ll call them.
🤗 Cuddle & Laugh: Watch a funny movie, get a massage, and enjoy time with your partner.
😴 Sleep: Seriously, enjoy the naps while you can!

Our Safety Protocol:

If you are still pregnant at 41 weeks and 2 days, we begin in-house Post-Dates Testing: an ultrasound to assess amniotic fluid and a Non-Stress Test (NST) to assess the baby's heart rate. We monitor you right here, keeping you relaxed and close to home.

Your body knows how to birth. Your baby knows when to come. We are on your timeline. Trust the process!

Have questions about our safety protocols? Drop them below! 👇

Read our full blog about this at https://scvbirthcenter.com/the-myth-of-a-dude-date/

03/14/2026

The first place a newborn belongs after birth is on a parent’s chest. 🤍

Skin-to-skin contact in the first hours after birth helps babies transition to life outside the womb. Their temperature stabilizes. Breathing and heart rate regulate. Blood sugar levels are supported. Many babies will even begin searching for the breast on their own.

But skin-to-skin is not only for mom.

When partners hold their baby chest-to-chest, the same powerful benefits continue. Babies hear a familiar heartbeat, feel warmth, and settle into the safety of a parent’s body. It strengthens bonding, helps regulate a baby’s nervous system, and gives partners their own meaningful connection in those first moments.

For parents, skin-to-skin also triggers oxytocin, the hormone that supports bonding, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery.

These first quiet moments matter.

At SCV Birth Center, we prioritize uninterrupted skin-to-skin whenever possible so families can begin bonding right away. It’s one of the simplest and most powerful ways to support both baby and parents in the first hour after birth.

Our collective of midwives is honored to care for families across Santa Clarita, Antelope Valley, Simi Valley, and the San Fernando Valley alongside Renee Sicignano, Julia Underwood Midwifery, and Roam Midwifery.

If you’d like to learn more about birth center care, we’d love to meet you.

23548 Lyons Ave, Suite B, Newhall, CA 91321
(661) 254-3000

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03/12/2026

This is what advocacy looks like in real time.
Calm hands.
Attentive presence.

A newborn welcomed with intention, respect, and deep knowing.

Midwife Julia Underwood Midwifery , LM, CPM brings advocacy into the room with every family she serves, with a deep commitment to Black families and families of color who deserve care that listens, protects, and honors their voices. This moment is not rushed. It is grounded in evidence-based newborn care and held with reverence for autonomy, culture, and safety.

At SCV Birth Center, this is the standard. Not the exception.

✨ Come meet Julia at our Birth Center in Santa Clarita and experience care that centers you and your baby from the very first breath.
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03/09/2026

Does labor progress just mean "dilation"?

We tend to fixate on the number. 4cm... 6cm... 10cm. But if you have ever heard of a labor that "stalled" or felt "stuck" despite strong contractions, the issue usually isn't the door opening.
It’s the passenger trying to get through. 👶🔑

At the SCV Birth Center, we talk constantly about Optimal Fetal Positioning (OFP). Think of your pelvis like a complex lock, and your baby is the key. You can push and turn the key all you want, but if the ridges don't line up perfectly with the tumblers, that door is going to be hard to open.

But when baby rotates into that "sweet spot" (Occiput Anterior)? Click. The door opens.

3 Ways to Help Your "Key" Fit the "Lock":
1️⃣ Ditch the "C" Shape Slouching on the couch encourages baby to flip "Sunny Side Up" (facing your belly). Try to sit with your knees lower than your hips to create a "belly hammock" for baby to swing forward.
2️⃣ Swap the Chair for a Ball Sitting on a yoga ball opens the pelvis and encourages baby to settle head-down and deep.
3️⃣ A Moving Pelvis is a Yielding Pelvis If labor feels intense in your back, don't panic. Move! Lunges, hip circles, and the "Miles Circuit" can help shift the angle just enough to let baby rotate.
Labor isn’t just about force. It’s about physics. 🧬

Read more about how to encourage a smoother birth in our latest blog: "The Key in the Lock." https://scvbirthcenter.com/optimal-fetal-positioning-2/

03/07/2026

At 39 weeks, this visit is about reassurance and clarity. 🤍

Julia Underwood is offering an ultrasound while Renee explains what we’re checking and why. We’re confirming that baby is head down and in a good position for birth. First, we feel baby’s position using hands on the belly. Then we use ultrasound to visually confirm what we already know.

Hands-on care and ultrasound together help confirm baby’s position and keep everyone informed and reassured.

Mom gets to see what we see.
Questions get answered in real time.
Nothing is rushed.

This is relationship-centered care.
Care that explains, confirms, and walks with you all the way to birth.

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23548 Lyons Avenue, Ste B
Santa Clarita, CA
91321

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+16612543000

Website

http://scvbirthcenter.com/

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