With Woman Midwifery Service

04/20/2026

Lying flat on your back is one of the least physiologic positions for birth. It works against gravity, narrows the pelvic outlet, and can reduce blood flow to the baby. At home, most moms instinctively want to be upright to deliver their baby. Do a few want to be on their back? Yes....and if that feels the best for them, that's just fine

03/22/2026

Reminder, you can ALWAYS ask questions.

Unlike the ridiculous legal fight of a Florida woman, most facilities will accept your autonomy - even if there's some pushback.

Discussion and respect is how we have safe birth without unnecessary trauma. Doctors, midwives, nurses who practice with respect will have these conversations with you to help you make informed decisions and understand if there's a true medical concern.

What questions did you ask in labor?

02/05/2026

Did you know??

How in the world are you supposed to form a relationship (in less then 87 mins) with the person who will be with you during a most sacred time?? You can't.

Thanks to birthify for this graphic

02/04/2026

11/30/2025

Strong mama Kylie Walker

Tuesday, November 25th we got to welcome the newest member of our family into our lives. What a blessing it was to bring you earth side in the comfort of our home, surrounded by an amazing loving support system. We are all so grateful that you are here Leon. 🩵 Special thank you to With Woman Midwifery Service for being an amazing midwife, supporting us through our pregnancy, birth, and now postpartum. And a special thank you to Lydia R Eidenmiller for capturing all the raw moments of labor and birth! ♡

11/23/2025

Rural hospitals are closing Labor & Delivery units… and everyone acts like moms will
“just figure it out.”

But babies don’t wait an extra hour so you can make it to the city.
Complications don’t pause because funding ran out.
Women shouldn’t be giving birth in cars, gas stations, or ERs with no OB staff.

We say we “support families,”
yet we shut down the very places that bring those families into the world.

You can’t claim to value life while making it harder and more dangerous to bring it into the world.

Small town moms deserve better than
“Sorry… hope you make it in time.”

11/04/2025

Felicity Delight 🎀
Oct 31st, 2025
1:01pm
8lbs 10oz
21 1/4in

Needless to say, we’re all obsessed and grateful that’s she’s finally here!

11/01/2025

Have extra milk you’d be willing to donate? DM Your Doula Marcia Mattern

10/21/2025

Prenatal Yoga classes held at Soulside Healing Arts in Peoria. In alignment with our mission of accessibility, classes are pay-what-you-can and open to anyone at any stage of pregnancy. Classes are held Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm.

The classes are led by myself, Hannah Ramlo. I have certifications in prenatal yoga, trauma-informed yoga, and postnatal yoga, and deeply enjoy holding space for those moving through this transformative time. Please see attached flyer for more info and a testimonial.

Interested individuals may email me- hannahramlo@gmail.com or Soulside's Executive Director, April Foster- info@soulsidehealingarts.com with any questions.

09/23/2025

The American College of Nurse-Midwives affirms acetaminophen, also commonly known as Tylenol, remains a safe and effective option for relieving pain and reducing fever during pregnancy when used as directed. Ongoing research and expert reviews continue to support its appropriate use, and pregnant individuals can feel confident using it in consultation with their midwife or other healthcare provider.

09/23/2025

ACOG reaffirms the safety and benefits of acetaminophen use during pregnancy.
More than two decades of research have found no causal link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability in children. Acetaminophen continues to be an important and safe option for managing pain and fever in pregnancy—conditions that can pose serious risks to pregnant patients and their fetuses if left untreated. Learn more about acetaminophen use during pregnancy: https://bit.ly/4mqIzWr

08/10/2025

I'm offering a new service! If you're wondering what to expect when it's time for baby to come or unsure about labor, delivery and the postpartum period, consider joining my Childbirth Education class. It's a 3 week series  starting September 11!

Don't hesitate to ask any questions!