06/04/2026
Letting the kids sleep in, and thinking back to all of the memories of the last two days. I can’t believe how many memories you can cram into a short time. It makes me excited for all of the time we have left.
Midwifery is the kind of calling that can overwhelm your entire life. Constant texts, and calls, prenatal and postpartum appointments, home visits, not to mention the births.
I stay within 2 hours of my home the majority of the year, never put my phone on silent over night, carry my phone with me 24/7, could be called away at any minute, and never have a day free from answering texts….and that is something most people can’t comprehend; however it is something I also have no desire to change for the most part. I love being there for women and families at THAT level.
Having the ability to have a break and rely on my community of students, nurses and midwives to carry that for me for a while is a huge gift. I still am here for needed texts and calls as my cell service allows, but mostly just soaking in the memories like these and the silly conversations we have all stuck in a car together for this long.
Being a mother is such a gift and the magic of this kind of quality time is deep! ✨
Thank you to all of my clients who understand and support this time for us. I am surrounded by a community that supports me as wholeheartedly as I support them. 🥹🥰
