So you're planning a home birth, and you notice a cutting board and cookie sheet on the list. What's the deal? I promise it's not a random choice! Both tools are used to optimize your freedom of movement, where you can labor and birth anywhere you choose, and your birth team can make sure we can follow you around with the supplies we need to properly monitor you and your baby, and jump in when we are needed. The cutting board is used for neonatal rescusitation, and the cookie sheet is used...

Breastfeeding your baby can be challenging. Knowing when to reach out for help is important.

As a midwife serving the Madison, Wisconsin area, my days are filled with providing personalized, compassionate care for growing families.