08/18/2026
In most midwifery practices, students progress through clear stages. They begin by observing, then move into assisting the primary midwife, and finally, near the end of their training, they become the primary student and begin catching babies.
Our practice is a little different.
Because we support physiologic birth, many of our families choose to catch their own babies. We love that. Birth belongs to the family, and weâre there to support and ensure everyone is safe.
That also means our students spend a great deal of time developing the skills that matter just as muchâlearning to observe, anticipate, support, and build sound clinical judgment. Eva has been ready to catch a baby for quite some time. We simply hadnât had the right opportunity.
Interestingly, this birth wasnât planned to be her first catch either. As the baby was crowning, we offered Mom, Dad, and even a close friend the opportunity to welcome the baby into the world. When everyone graciously declined, Eva stepped into that role.
It couldnât have been a more fitting moment.
Watching her confidently receive that baby wasnât just about the catch itself. It represented years of quiet learning, countless births spent supporting families, and the trust she has earned along the way.
Iâm so proud of the midwife Eva is becoming, and so grateful to the family who allowed this milestone to unfold naturally. Hereâs to the first of many. đ€
