Empowering Women.
Honoring Birth.
Celebrating Life.
Shalom Midwifery
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PH: 541-728-1416
Fax: 541-516-8996
email: shalom4birth@gmail.com
61396 S. Hwy 97 suite 204
Bend Or, 97702
Welcome to Beautiful Blessings Midwifery
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We have a secret in our culture. Its not that birth is painful, its that women are strong!
Proudly Serving Central Oregon Since 2006

We are so glad you are here!
Welcome to our holistic care, where we provide compassionate support to families all over Central Oregon. With over 30 years of experience, our dedicated team offers a range of services, including prenatal care, postpartum support, labor, delivery, childbirth classes, massage therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, fertility and infertility counseling, Intr-auterine Insemination (IUI) and much more. We believe you already have what it takes to grow, birth, and nourish the baby within you. It's essential to take charge of your care as a pregnant woman and mother, and to be your own biggest advocate. We are here to help you discover your inner strength and walk beside you on your journey to motherhood. Empowering you to make informed decisions for you and your baby. Let's work together to create a nurturing environment that celebrates each step of this beautiful journey, so you can feel strong and confident, and proudly say "I DID IT!" at the end of it all.
What is the Midwifery Model of Care?
Welcome to our midwifery practice, where we take great pride in being experts in normal physiological birth. We are committed to providing exceptional care guided by the midwifery model, respecting and supporting the natural process of childbirth. Our practice is founded on a deep respect for the birth journey, empowering families with personalized care and the information they need for a safe and positive experience. What is the Midwifery Model of Care? We thought you'd never ask:
The Midwifery Model of Care is a holistic, woman-centered approach to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care that prioritizes personalized, evidence-based, and physiological support. It differs from the traditional medical model of care, which often treats birth as a condition to be managed rather than a natural life event.
Key Principles of the Midwifery Model of Care:
1. Informed Choice & Shared Decision-Making
• Midwives provide comprehensive education so women can make fully informed choices about their care.
• Women are seen as the primary decision-makers in their birth experience.
2. Continuity of Care & Personalized Support
• Women receive consistent, one-on-one care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
• Midwives build long-term relationships with families, offering emotional, physical, and informational support.
3. Trust in Physiological Birth
• Pregnancy and birth are viewed as normal, natural processes, not medical conditions.
• Midwives support minimal intervention, allowing birth to unfold without unnecessary medical interference.
4. Holistic & Preventative Care
• Care includes nutrition, emotional well-being, lifestyle guidance, and natural remedies alongside clinical care.
• Midwives monitor maternal and fetal health while prioritizing preventative care to reduce complications.
5. Respect for Bodily Autonomy & Birth Preferences
• Women’s rights and autonomy are honored at every step.
• Birth choices, including home birth, water birth, unmedicated birth, or hospital transfers, are respected.
6. Evidence-Based & Culturally Sensitive Care
• Midwifery care is based on scientific research, traditional knowledge, and cultural respect.
• Midwives work collaboratively with other healthcare providers when needed.
7. Postpartum & Breastfeeding Support
• Midwifery care extends well beyond birth, with comprehensive postpartum care to support recovery, bonding, and breastfeeding.
• Home visits and emotional support are integral to ensuring a smooth transition into motherhood.
Benefits of the Midwifery Model of Care:
• Lower rates of C-sections, inductions, and interventions
• Higher rates of successful VBACs (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)
• Increased maternal satisfaction and empowerment
• Improved breastfeeding success and postpartum well-being
This model isn’t just about birth—it’s about honoring and trusting women, protecting their choices, and ensuring they feel safe, respected, and empowered in their journey to motherhood.

