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 their very best birth experience.

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. As you can imagine, I learned and saw a lot! I attended The Utah Association of Community Midwives, followed by an extensive apprenticeship. In 2003 I began taking clients and opened my private practice, fulfilling my dream. I now enjoy training future midwives through the apprenticeship model.

I am committed to continuing my education by attending trainings and workshop as well as, seeking unique learning opportunities whenever possible.

In 2006 I attended a fertility internship. I learned how to help women optimize their health through nutrition and lifestyle to encourage natural fertility. During this internship I spent time in several sperm banks on the west coast. I learned about insemination and the fascinating life of sperm.
In 2008 I received training in placenta medicine and all its health promoting properties.
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 - recertifying every 2 years
I am IV certified- recertifying every 2 years
I hold additional certification in Pharmacology

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, snow boarding, 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 to help you find your ideal birth.