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Pregnant with my first child, I found myself engrossed in maternal nursing textbooks, grasping for every tiny bit of information I could get my hands on. I entered the lion's den of motherhood armed only with a few books and a hospital “Johnny”. I walked away from my experience surprisingly unscathed but with a desire to find a better way.

From a very young age, I have been interested in helping people. So, it came as no surprise to find myself feeling a deep passion for midwifery. I am able to care for, support, educate, and empower women and their families to choose the very best birth experience for them.

I began my career in maternal and newborn health care as a Breastfeeding Counselor for WIC. I loved the support and education I was able to provide the new mothers and wanted to learn more. I then became a Doula. From there, armed with more knowledge and an increased love of birth, I decided it was time to take the next step and enroll in midwifery school. As a single mother of two small boys, I put myself through midwifery school working in a local hospital as an OB-Tech. I attended The Utah Association of Community Midwives, followed by an extensive apprenticeship. In 2003 I began taking clients and opened private practice, fulfilling my dream. I currently hold a license in the state of Utah as a Licensed Direct-Entry Midwife (LDEM) and the state of New Mexico as Licensed Midwife (LM).  I am also nationally certified through the North American Registry of Midwives (www.narm.org) as a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). I hold current Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and Basic Life Support (CPR for the professional) certifications.

I am an active person always looking for more ways to enjoy life. I find laughter, humor, love and the company of good people to be necessary ingredients to this quest. I love camping, backpacking, hiking, and just about anything outdoors. I dabble in biking, snowboarding, running and occasionally admire golf (from the cart). I like to knit baby hats and various items on my Knifty Knitter. I love a good chic flick, a box of tissues and chocolate.

I like to stay active in my community through politics and volunteering. I have organized and facilitated numerous conferences, workshops and health focused community events. I worked on the Utah Friends of Midwives legislative committee and Board of Directors. We fought for the legalization of Direct-Entry Midwives in the state of Utah. Utah now enjoys the freedom to practice legally with or without a license. After legislation passed, I moved on to presidency with the Utah Midwives Association. Early 2009 my family and I moved to the Albuquerque area. I look forward to learning about my new community here in New Mexico.

I'm a deeply passionate, outgoing, no nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is kinda' girl with my heart and soul on my sleeve. As you get to know me, you will learn I just love my mamas and babies, and I have a great desire and commitment to empower you in your birth. 

Believe! Jules Johnstun, Midwife from Jules Johnstun on Vimeo.

Women have everything they need within themselves to birth their babies in a way that is safe and satisfying for both mother and baby. This video is a beautiful and inspiring depiction of my belief in women and birth. This video was created as a tribute to those who have walked the path and empowerment to those preparing for their journey.
Many thanks to all the mamas and babes who so generously shared. Song by: Amanda Marshall
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Midwives Model of Care

  • Monitoring the physical, psychological, and social well being of the mother throughout the childbearing cycle
  • Providing the mother with individualized education, counseling, and prenatal care, continuous hands-on assistance during labor and delivery, and postpartum support
  • Minimizing technological interventions
  • Identifying and referring women who require obstetrical attention

I have chosen to care for my clients in this way, because the application of this woman-centered model of care has been proven to reduce the incidence of birth injury, trauma, and c-section.

Jules Johnstun, CPM, LM (NM),  LDEM (UT), PES
O:505.796.68.90
C:801.618.5491
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Jules@MidwifeJules.com
 Rio Rancho, New Mexico


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