I grew up in a small rural town in Missouri where birth was considered a normal and natural part of life. Influenced by a community that included many Amish families, I was surrounded by strong women who gave birth at home, without epidurals, and without fear. Pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and newborn care were part of everyday life, and I saw firsthand how capable women are when they’re supported and trusted.

That experience shaped my perspective: birth is not a medical emergency—it’s a powerful and transformative process. When I later entered more traditional medical systems, I was surprised by how much fear and self-doubt surrounded birth. I began to hear stories of women feeling unheard, unsure, and disconnected from their own strength. That contrast pushed me toward birth work—I wanted to be part of changing that experience.

At some point—though I can’t say exactly when—I knew I would become a midwife. That calling has only grown stronger. While I continue on my path toward midwifery, I’m honored to support families as a certified Doula and Infant & Maternal Care Specialist.

My training and background include:

• Doula certification with Lindsey Meehlis, CPM

• Infant & Maternal Care Specialist training with Valentina Caputo, IBCLC

• Breech Release Training with Nicole Morales and Jamie Mossay

• Spinning Babies® Workshop (optimal fetal positioning and bodywork techniques)

• A lifetime of hands-on experience growing up around natural birth, postpartum care, and infant support

About Saltwater Birth Co

Saltwater Birth Co exists to provide grounded, knowledgeable support for families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Whether you're planning a home birth or navigating the hospital system, my goal is to help you feel confident, informed, and supported throughout the process.

On our Resources page, you'll find trusted professionals and tools, including:

• Postpartum mental health therapists

• Birth class options

• Herbalists and natural care providers

• Lactation consultants and postpartum nurses

As I continue learning and connecting, I’ll keep adding new, vetted resources that I know can truly support growing families.

More than anything, Saltwater Birth Co is about community. I believe motherhood shouldn't feel isolating. My hope is to help women build local connections and find support systems that last well beyond the birth. Because becoming a mother isn’t about losing yourself—it’s about stepping into something new, and you don’t have to do it alone.