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Childbirth Education for LGBTQ Families
As any of our past participants will tell you, the childbirth ed class at MAIA is an experience not to be missed! Having the opportunity to prepare for birth in the company of other queer families is absolutely irreplaceable.The class is designed for ALL LGBTQ families, including those who are planning birth at home, in the hospital, or in a birthing center.
Coming in 2012:
Maui Pregnancy Retreats for LGBTQ Families
Early Pregnancy Visits
Finding out you are pregnant, even when you did everything possible to make it happen, comes with a variety of emotions. Many intentional families are ready for prenatal care very early in pregnancy. Early pregnancy visits are designed to address unique and specific concerns such as:
• miscarriage prevention
• emotional changes during pregnancy
• nutrition for a healthy pregnancy
• coping with first trimester discomforts
• exercise do’s and don’ts |
• sex during pregnancy
• designing a self care plan
• getting the support you need
• choosing a care provider
• any other questions you may have |
Early pregnancy visits are one hour in length.
Now Offering Home Birth Midwifery Care on Maui
Kristin Kali, LM CPM
To plan a birth at home with a midwife is to claim your own power and right to give birth to your baby. My role as midwife is to assist you in this process. My work is driven by a profound respect for the capacity to give birth and for the transformations our bodies and beings are capable of. My relationship with you is based in mutual trust, clear communication and our shared belief in your autonomy.
Your prenatal care is tailored to your specific needs. I help to create a safe and supportive environment in which you are free to explore your pregnancy and birth experience as fully as possible. Each prenatal visit lasts one hour, so that we have ample time for education, clinical care, counseling and inner reflection.
My approach to labor and birth is one of calmness and receptivity. Acknowledging that there is no one way to give birth, my role is to ascertain that your birth is unfolding within normal clinical parameters while upholding the spiritual process at hand.
During the weeks following birth, I will assist you in the integration of your birth experience as you cross over into the realm of new parenthood. Daily visits during the first days of your baby’s life provide you with the presence of an experienced lactation professional should the need for breastfeeding help arise. Attentive care during this time often serves to prevent common difficulties and provides you with great reassurance during a time of emotional vulnerability.
I am comfortable working with all families: young, old, single, group, partnered, queer, straight, transgender, alternative, traditional and everything in between.
For more information or to schedule an interview with the midwife, contact MAIA.
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