Eden Midwifery

06/18/2026

Things your midwife says in labor and what you actually hear:

"Just breathe through it. Blow out like you're blowing out a candle."

(Said while the baby is actively crowning. I am attempting to blow out a candle while what feels like a watermelon is exiting my bu****le. Breathing is not currently available to me.)

"Drop your shoulders and let everything from your head to your toes just loosen up."

(My insides are currently being squeezed in a mechanical vice. But sure. I'll just loosen up.)

"You're safe and you're doing such a great job."

(I am in fact not doing a great job. I am fairly certain I am dying. These feel like different things.)

"You CAN do this. You're almost there and the only way out now is through."

(At this point I have no choice. That's not encouragement, that's just math. And honestly? A little brutal.)

"This looks like early labor. The best thing you can do right now is rest."

(Said as my midwife tucked me into my own bed and handed me sleepy herbs. I'm sorry. EARLY? This cannot be early. I refuse to accept early. Early is not possible right now.)

"You really need to try and eat something to keep your energy up for pushing."

(The thought of eating anything ever again is offensive to me. I have decided this baby is never coming out and food is no longer part of my life.)

"Why don't you snuggle up with your husband and get some oxytocin flowing to help pick up those contractions?"

(Ma'am. Have you seen me? I am a sweaty, leaking, enormous human who currently feels the opposite of romantic. My husband is also a little scared of me right now. Snuggling is not on the table.)

"Your body was made for this."

(Cool. My body and I are having a serious conversation after this is over.)

"Every contraction is bringing your baby closer."

(This is technically true and also completely unhelpful right now.)

"You're almost there."

(You have said this four times in the last two hours. We need to discuss what almost means.)

And then the baby arrives.

And suddenly every single thing we said was true.

You were safe. You did do a great job. You could do it. You were almost there.

Your body WAS made for this.

And it was worth every single second.

06/11/2026

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06/06/2026

We actually serve the most wonderful families. 🥹💜

06/05/2026

Welcome sweet Solomon Ray 9lbs 1ozs. (Almost 2 lbs bigger than your sibling) You sure made your momma work hard for you. What a lovely suprise to witness you rotate right before you were born. This momma was so confident and expressive in what she needed in care from us. It was such a pleasure to serve this family and make lifelong friends of them. God bless you little one as you grow even bigger! 💜Midwife Ivy

06/05/2026

Welcome beautiful Sydney Belle 7lbs 3 ozs. This is a second time Eden family and we adore them!!!!
Mom and Dad worked very hard to get this baby positioned to be born and mom was so strong through all of the twists and turns! Syd joins big sis Tinsley and they make the most adorable duo. Grow big and strong little one. God bless you in this world.
Midwife Ivy (I loved the drive to your home for pp visits. It is self care for me 💜)

06/04/2026

06/01/2026

Woman explains why she had a midwife for the births of all 3 of her children despite being married to an OB-GYN

Carlie Roman has spoken openly about why she chose midwives for all three of her pregnancies, despite being married to an OB-GYN.

She explained that ethical and practical boundaries prevented her husband, William, from serving as her physician, so she was naturally drawn to the midwife model of care.

Roman found comfort in the combination of having supportive midwives alongside her husband’s calm presence, which made her feel safe and understood during each birth.

For her, the experience of childbirth was deeply vulnerable and life-changing, and being surrounded by people she trusted was invaluable.

Roman emphasized that midwives are highly educated and experienced, capable of working side by side with physicians when complex interventions are needed.

She described how her husband supported her during labor by creating a calm environment, encouraging her through contractions, and even catching their babies during delivery. One particularly memorable moment came during her third birth, when her daughter was discovered to be posterior.

While the midwives reassured her, William stepped in to perform a maneuver that allowed her to deliver quickly, highlighting the ideal balance of midwives and doctors working together.

Beyond the medical aspects, Roman connected deeply with the emotional support midwives provided. She appreciated how they respected her preferences, prioritized safety, and treated her as a whole person rather than pressuring her into specific choices.

The warmth and encouragement she felt in the delivery room left a lasting impact. Now, she encourages other women to trust their instincts when choosing providers, stressing the importance of feeling connected and confident in their care team.

For Roman, midwifery care offered both medical reassurance and emotional empowerment, making each birth a profoundly positive experience.