Midwives have been bringing babies into the world for thousands of years. As more families are turning to holistic approaches to childbirth, midwife-assisted deliveries are increasing in popularity. Midwives are highly trained medical childbirth professionals who primarily take a minimal-intervention approach to birth, allowing birthing moms-to-be to take control of their own experiences with the peace of mind that a midwife is nearby. If you’re considering a natural birth experience in the comfort of your home or a birth center, here are some fabulous Austin midwives to consider for your journey!
Home Birth Honey is a co-op of Austin midwives created “out of a desire to provide the highest quality, most personalized maternity, birth, postpartum, and newborn care available for low-risk childbearing people.” Their small practice allows them to offer families continuity of care, meaning you’ll work with the same familiar faces throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. They believe that having a high level of familiarity and intimacy throughout your birth not only offers emotional security but also allows you to make safer decisions with the assistance of a provider who knows you, your home, and your family.
13805 Ann Place, Austin, TX 78728
Abundance Midwifery has been supporting Austin natural births for years, offering personalized and professional midwives with compassion and empowerment. Their limited-intervention approach lets birthing moms truly listen to their bodies and follow their instincts throughout their own journey. While Abundance Midwifery midwives can attend home births, they also have their own beautiful birth center that you can use for your labor and delivery. Additionally, they’re the only local practice that can do out-of-hospital while still having hospital privileges, should a transfer be needed.
8015 Shoal Creek Blvd Suite 110, Austin, TX 78757
Midwifery of Austin is all about approaching your health care as a partnership. Midwives Katie and Rachel will be by your side from the beginning of your pregnancy to offer information and education, supporting you while you make your own decisions about what is best for you and your Austin family. You’ll always have autonomy and be treated with respect. Their home birth services will help you and your family have the most incredible birth experience. All in the comfort of your own home under the careful supervision of an experienced, compassionate, and fabulous midwife.
900 Garner Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Midwife Julia Bower has been helping families bring new babies into the world for over 25 years. Most recently she returned to her solo practice in 2016. She loves helping women feel informed, respected, loved, and supported throughout their birth journey. All to allow them to fully surrender to the faith and wisdom of their bodies in this incredible and transformative process. Julia attends home births regularly and can also provide prenatal and postpartum care for families that desire a midwives-assisted birth in an Austin hospital. But she doesn’t attend the birth itself.
June Lamphier is a Certified Professional Midwife and Licensed Midwife who has assisted home births for over 25 years. She offers comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care, as well as medical care throughout labor and delivery. All in the comfort of your home. You’ll meet with June and an assistant midwife throughout your pregnancy, building a trusted relationship that will help you bring your baby into the world with peace, confidence, and enlightenment.
These Austin midwives are incredible professionals with decades of experience bringing beautiful babies into the world. If you’re considering a more holistic birth experience, then set up some consultations. So you can see which midwife has the right energy and personality for you and your family!
Don’t forget to schedule your maternity and newborn photoshoots! It’s one more thing you can cross off your to-do list in anticipation of your baby’s arrival. You’ll be so glad you have these gorgeous photos that capture this beautiful phase in your family’s life.