We've delivered thousands of babies and collaborate with each woman to create a personalized birth plan. Our midwives are advanced registered nurse practitioners with graduate degrees in nurse-midwifery who've passed a national certification exam.

"For the vast majority of women, pregnancy and childbirth are normal life events, and should be treated and respected as such. While most pregnancies and labors are uncomplicated, nurse midwives work collaboratively with obstetricians, perinatologists, pediatricians, family practice providers, and neonatologists to provide comprehensive and individualized care to those families where pregnancy or labor becomes more complicated. I strive to... Read More

Every woman’s birthing experience is unique. At the Midwifery and Women's Health clinic at Swedish Ballard, our experienced, certified nurse-midwives pride themselves in partnering with you to create the most personalized childbirth experience possible – one that best reflects your personal, cultural and spiritual beliefs.

I believe that there are many paths to achieving a satisfying pregnancy and birth experience. Starting with a relationship built on trust, nurse-midwives help women to individualize their care based on their needs and wants. My goal is to promote health by involving women and their families in the decision-making process