Mother To Mother Midwifery

I have so much love for this amazing group of women. A home birth with these compassionate and extremely experienced women was one of the best choices I’ve ever made in my life and I would recommend anyone looking into home birth to meet with this expert team.
I 1^st met with Sunshine, Brooke and Kayti in the eleventh hour of my pregnancy… Like 35 or 36 weeks along. I had been receiving care with UCSD in hopes of delivering at the birthing center. But I had begun to distrust the «Your Baby, Your Way» slogan I was sold because they seemed to be pushing fear and doubt about my delivery and the size of my baby. I knew in my heart my baby was okay and I knew I could birth without intervention but I was told at UCSD that I may have to have a cesarean because my baby was too «fat».
So I was rattled by the time I went to meet the ladies at Mother to Mother. But as soon as I met them I knew I was in good hands. I could tell that this wasn’t just a job but a calling, a passion for them. I’m so thankful that Kayti and Brooke were there with all their knowledge and love on the day I gave birth. I followed their directions throughout labor and I know with their guidance and love everything went much better than any hospital setting could have ever been. Kayti guided me into positions to ease pains and make laboring easier. She caught my healthy baby boy after a few minutes of pushing. (7.5 lbs, not «fat» UCSD)
They even have after care in the days following birth which was SO helpful. Brooke came to check on me the day after birth and completely taught me how to breastfeed. I had read the books and looked at diagrams but I just couldn’t do it and without Brooke I would have failed.
All of the women posses a loving heart and are extremely talented in the work they do. I wish you all could be so lucky as to have these women with you when it comes to the monumental moment of the birth of your child.

Having a homebirth and choosing mother to mother midwifery was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for my family! I truly love and adore Brooke, sunshine and Kayti. They have been such a huge support to me during and after the birth of my daughter. Before hiring the midwifes I got to meet Laura Barr who works as a midwife apprentice for mother to mother and also as a doula. I was so lucky to have her as my doula! She was beyond supportive to me and I I can’t say enough wonderful things about her!!! she is an incredible person! She made this experience so special and amazing for me I can’t thank her and the midwifes enough! My little girl is healthy, happy, beautiful, and thriving! I keep replaying her beautiful birth in my head. I am so happy that I choose to have her at home. So many had their doubts about my decision. Whether it was safe or if I was capable of delivering naturally. I’m so glad I never once doubted myself or my
daughter got to enter this world naturally, peacefully, and safely without any intervention. This is the best gift I could’ve ever given her. I feel so proud as a woman and as a mother. My little girl is such a great baby and I truly believe that is because she had the best start to life! Thank you for everything mother to mother!!!

I loved Mother to Mother! Brooke was amazing at my beautiful home birth! They asked what I wanted and need/​expected for my birth and they were so amazing! I wish I didn’t move out of SD so that they could deliver my third!

Thanks to Sunshine and Brooke for helping bring my beautiful girl into this world! I’ll be calling you when it’s time for #2…in a while of course ;)

I can’t say enough good things about Brooke and Sunshine! Sunshine was one of the midwives attending the birth of my first child, at Best Start Birth Center. She was fabulous! When we became pregnant again, I knew that I wanted a home birth. I interviewed several midwives and I am so happy that I chose Brooke and Sunshine. I actually ended up having a miscarriage at 9 weeks. Sunshine and Brooke were so very supportive and kind throughout the whole thing. I will never forget the warmth and sympathy they provided me during that difficult time.
Happily, we were able to conceive again and I had our second baby at home. I felt very safe and cared for throughout the entire pregnancy and birth. They were always there for me if I had any questions or concerns. I had a fairly long labor. Sunshine really helped me through the back labor. And the postpartum care was outstanding! I am so happy that I chose home birth, and Sunshine and Brooke.
Midwifery is a calling, and these women are amazing at what they do!

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I cannot say enough good things about this group of women! They guided me through every step of my first pregnancy. If I had any questions, I was able to get a hold of them very easily. I loved our hour long appointments. Sunshine, Brooke, Karly & Elizabeth addressed all our concerns & really helped me feel ready for my son’s birth.
My mom had some real concerns about a home labor but after coming to a couple appointments she felt very confident in their abilities. Since the birth she can’t say enough good things about them or home birth!
My hubbie & I also took Sunshine’s birthing class. I definitely drew a lot of strength from what I learned. It was really informative & gave me the final tools I needed to go into labor confidently. Sunshine even quelled my worst fear, having a c-​section. She explained what happens during a c-​section & how even an O.R. is a sacred space when you understand what’s going on. That really helped me let go of my fears & prepare for whatever labor I was meant to have.
My son’s birth was the most amazing thing I’ve ever done. Sunshine & Karly were the midwives on call when I went into labor. They kept me calm & coached me through rough spots when I needed it but knew I really wanted my husband closest to me. They were there always but gave us our space, too. That’s not to say that my son & I weren’t constantly monitored. They just seemed to be able to do it all but fade into the background when all I wanted was my husband.
I went into this with a lot of ideas of how it would go. Of course none of those ideas were even close. I’m very thankful for this because I could never have imagined how humbling and transforming it actually could be.
I knew I could have a natural birth. Sunshine, Brooke, Karly & Elizabeth showed me how!

In Sept 2011 I gave birth to my second daughter in the comfort of my own home with Sunshine, Brooke, and Catherine present. Their compassion, support, guidance, expertise, and humor guided me through my pregnancy and labor. They were warm and welcoming to not only me, but also to my 2 year old daughter and husband who often accompanied me to my appointments and who were both there during the birth. During my first birth (not with Mother to Mother) I had to be transferred to a hospital where my midwife abandoned us to figure things out and deal with hospital staff on our own. I was a bit nervous during my second pregnancy that history would repeat itself. Brooke and Sunshine calmed my fears and assured me that in the unlikely case transfer was needed then they would stay with me every step of the way. I ended up with a completely smooth birth and Sunshine even guided my husband to «catch» the baby himself. What an experience! I highly recommend the Mother to Mother Midwifery team, they almost make me want to have another baby, almost…

Saw Sunshine and Brooke through my first pregnancy and they both were always calming and reassuring presences during a wacky and weird time in my body. Texting questions/​concerns was an awesome convenience that you’ll never have with a doc and when it came to «showtime,» Brooke and Catherine made the 50 hour labor as comfortable as possible, ending in the successful natural home birth of my sweet girl. Sunshine even sweetly showed up for the final pushing, just because. When they left, the house was set up with all our baby/​mom care needs ready to go and conveniently placed. Definitely would have a home birth with another child.

I can’t say enough positive things about Mother to Mother Midwifery. My husband and I had the joy of working with Sunshine, Brooke, Catherine and Karly, and we found each of them to be a pleasure to work with.
I started my prenatal care with a local hospital that offers midwifery services, but my experiences there were very impersonal, and left me feeling like a number, I did quite a bit of research, and after meeting with Sunshine and Brooke from Mother to Mother Midwifery, my husband and I knew we’d found what we were looking for. They were so incredibly knowledgeable, but also took the time to get to know us; they really made us feel comfortable.
My prenatal care was impeccable. Sunshine and Brooke took the time to get to know me during my regular visits, and at the end of my pregnancy, when it looked like I may deliver early, they followed my progress closely and were careful to order additional tests when necessary to ensure everything was normal. I felt confident in my care, which allowed me to relax and focus on preparing mentally and physically for having my first baby.
Part of my preparation for delivery was a Birthing From Within class that was taught by Sunshine and Catherine. Both my husband and I really enjoyed the class. Each week helped us to prepare for a different aspect of delivery and being a new parent; we grew together as a couple and it was wonderful to meet other parents who were preparing for a similar phase of life. We really enjoyed the variety of people we met, and we appreciated the open and nonjudgmental atmosphere of our class.
Nearly a year now after the birth of our son, I can honestly say that our birthing experience was the most beautiful and magical experience of my life. Perhaps that sounds cliché, but it’s the absolute truth. Sunshine and Karly could intuit exactly when and how we needed them, but they weren’t overly fussy and allowed my husband and I to share in our own experience together as well. I look back on that perfect moment in time with fondness regularly. Should we get pregnant again, we look forward to working with Mother to Mother Midwifery in the future.

After meeting and interviewing several midwives, my partner and I decided to go with Sunshine. We then signed up for her birthing from within class. Along with being more informed and comfortable with the birthing process, it gave my partner and I a great platform to be able to discuss things that we might not have otherwise. Being first time parents, there’s a lot of things we didn’t think of when voicing our concerns about the birth. The class really helped us tap into the unobvious.
At the birth of our son, I was truly amazed at how she was able to be there for both of us and the baby. I had no idea what I would be like or want during the laboring hours. She was able to read me without me having to tell her what i wanted or didn’t. It is a gift to be able to connect to someone in such an emotional, unknown experience. I have so much respect for people who can be sensitive to others energy without a history of friendship. What an incredible 7 hours of my life! Thank you Sunshine for helping make sure that this beautiful moment in our lives was a comfortable. Your compassion and experience was greatly appreciated!

My husband and I took Sunshine’s Birthing from Within class prior to having our first child. We ended up doing a homebirth for our first, and are expecting our second and have the same plan. Sunshine’s knowledge is amazing, and she has shared some really important info with us but managed to do it without boring us to tears. I thought it was way cool she brought a real placenta to class to show us. The birthing class atmosphere was nice and casual, we got to meet other soon to be parents who were cool, and we always knew we’d be learning something interesting at each class. Thanks Sunshine!

Sunshine is a SUPER midwife.
My husband and I decided to go with a home birth when I was 36 weeks pregnant. We felt being at home was going to be the best place for us to bring our new baby into the world, so we went in search of a midwife.
We interviewed a few, and felt that Sunshine was the best midwife for us. She was very knowledgeable and calming. In the short time we worked with her before the birth, she was attentive and supportive, she helped me work through any fears or anxieties I had about the upcoming birth.
During the birth, she knew exactly what to do and what I needed. She was supportive and loving, but also firm and reassuring when I was scared. She allowed my sons birth to unfold naturally as it was intended.
After his birth she was there for me whenever I needed her, day and night, for any question I had. She helped teach me how to become a mama.
We look forward to working with her again for our next birth. We Love Sunshine!

I loved meeting and getting to know Sunshine. She is an artist in her craft and such a wonderful human being. And if I ever decide to have more offspring, I am so happy I know who will deliver my next child at home :)

My best friend recently birthed with Sunshine and she was amazing. Throughout the long, difficult labor Sunshine did more than required to assist the family, provide caring and compassionate support and put every bit of her training and skills to test. Even when labor required a change in location, Sunshine stayed with the family, working with the nurses in the hospital to help bring the baby into the world. She negotiated the hospital environment beautifully, helped translate the doctor-​speak and gave so much of herself to a safe and healthy outcome. I was so impressed and felt so blessed to have this woman at my friends birth. She is truly a remarkable midwife.