Our practice is a partnership between Shilo McKenzie, CNM NP and Alice Taylor, CNM NP MPH.
Women have the right to seek care that is medically safe, fits their lifestyle and recognizes and respects their individual physical, social, spiritual, psychological and economic needs.
Women and families have the right and responsibility to assume an active role in their own health care. Our care is provided by a team with the client as an equal team member.
Childbirth is a normal, healthy process. The role of the caregiver is to support and promote this normal process, while recognizing and dealing with any deviations from normal. Confidence in this normal process is promoted in all aspects of care. Our midwifery maternity program will support women and their families with informed choices, We offer women choices in their place of birth.
Certified nurse-midwives, experts in normal childbearing, work independently within a system that also allows for consultation, referral, collaboration with other healthcare providers. Together, we are dedicated to taking the time to educate, advise and support the childbearing family.
Because the family is the cornerstone of our social structure, maternity care must support and promote family unity and developments. Family members, including siblings, should be involved in the childbearing experience to whatever extent the family desires. "Family" is defined by the client.
Education is an essential part of quality health care. With knowledge freely exchanged between our staff and clients, women and their families are able to assume shared responsibility for and make informed choices about their health care.
