In our clients' own words
Here's what our clients are saying... |
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| Aaron hiking with Mom & Dad |
"We chose Vivante because I felt they wouldn't take any unnecessary risks and because I knew they had a good relationship
with local area hospital in the event that we had to go there. But my birth was fast and uncomplicated, so the experience
was not only safe, but personally fulfilling. There is nothing like welcoming your baby into your own home. Bob and I felt
supported, not only the day of Aaron's birth, but also weeks before and after."
- Daniela, mother of Aaron
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| Ladd's family - two Vivante babies! |
"When pregnant with my second child, after recently moving to Portland, I was thrilled to find
Linda Glenn. As a certified nurse midwife for OHSU who also performs home births, I felt she perfectly bridged the gap between
the medical community and a more natural birth experience. Linda has delivered two babies at home for us, and we would recommend
her to anyone. I completely trust her judgment and always felt I and my baby were receiving the best possible care. Wendy
Hughes was involved in the prenatal care and delivery of our third baby. I found her to be caring and knowledgeable, and
greatly enjoyed our monthly prenatal visits. Overall, I feel Vivante Midwifery helps to fill a longstanding gap in the birth
options available in the Portland area."
- Charity, Ladd's mom
"Our experience with Vivante was great. They were very friendly
and willing to answer any and all questions we had. They took great care to explain the reasoning behind any decisions that
needed to be made, and let us know what they thought was the right decision without being pushy about it. And when the time
came, our midwife Wendy was extremely helpful and calming in the middle of a very chaotic birth."
- Scott,
father of Zoe
"Through the care of Wendy Hughes, the advice of Linda Glenn and the in-the-moment action of Bonnie McLellan,
I was able to not only grow a beautiful healthy baby boy, but also be satisfied with my birth experience. I was really lucky
to find Vivante, and to receive the care that I did. The midwives gave me information in a way that made me feel like I was
'in charge' of what went on, that I had some choices. I felt confident throughout my pregnancy and my husband Eric was excited
about being an active part of the pregnancy and birth. I felt like everything was healthier, more positive and even more
joyful because of the care I received from Vivante Midwifery."
- Caryn, mother of Rowan
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| Aili's family in the snow |
"...It felt like how it should be...no driving to the hospital during contractions, just focusing on what
I needed to do. I got to be in any position I needed, and the midwives got down on the floor with me. My body was free to
do what it needed, without the distractions of nurses changing shifts and beeping machines. After the birth, I didn't have
to take a newborn into a car seat for the 3 day check-up...we got to cozy up in bed as it should be..."
- Maija, mother of Aili
"Wendy, Bonnie, and Linda are awesome, empathetic, knowledgeable professionals who truly
shepherd parents and baby through the whole pregnancy and birth experience. You'll never feel like just another patient
with them. They're totally great to work with. Henry (born 4/30/07) agrees."
- Stan, father of Henry
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| Baby Veda, just hours after home birth |
Ladies, may I first say thank you
for the privilege to participate in the recent birth of our daughter Veda. I have been wrestling with the proper words
to describe our experience with these incredible women... I remember using the word "amazing" more than any day
of my life so allow me one more... You amazed me all day long and that astonishing feeling is forever sealed in my swelling
heart. I would recommend Wendy to any woman considering this path to a natural birth... plainly put, she is a miracle
worker. Through the entire experience her voice never rose above a hush, her eyes never strayed from the fear and distress
in my wife's eyes, her knowledge and wisdom were quietly displayed through her confidence and grace... in a time when
information can overload you I felt prepared by reading one book, picking the brain of a few friends and following the guidance
of this beautiful soul... I truly believe that through Wendy's quiet way I became more than I imagined I could be and
participated in a singular event that has brought me even closer to the woman I love. Please accept what I believe will
be a lifetime of sincere gratitude. Thank you amazing ladies of Vivante and my wife for the experience of a lifetime.
- Nick, Veda's dad
