Fort Worth Midwifery

Fort Worth Midwifery Midwives Ashley and Whitney specialize in safe, personalized home birth in the Fort Worth - Weatherford area. Hello!

Fort Worth Midwifery was established in 2018 by Midwife Ashley to bring safe, reliable care to birthing families across DFW and beyond. Call today to see what midwifery care has to offer and why so many families choose us to help them grow!

As we just finished World Breastfeeding Week, we wanted to celebrate all of our breastfeeding journeys, no matter the le...
08/08/2025

As we just finished World Breastfeeding Week, we wanted to celebrate all of our breastfeeding journeys, no matter the length.

At Fort Worth Midwifery, we celebrate the beautiful bond between mother and baby—and the many benefits that come with it.

Breastfeeding isn’t just nourishment—it’s connection, comfort, and health. Did you know?

🤱 For baby:

Breast milk is perfectly tailored to meet your baby’s changing needs—every single feeding.

It strengthens your baby’s immune system, helping protect against illness and infection.

It supports healthy brain development and lowers the risk of SIDS, asthma, and obesity.

💗 For mother:

Breastfeeding helps the uterus contract, reducing postpartum bleeding.

It lowers the risk of breast and ovarian cancers, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.

It deepens the bond between mother and baby through skin-to-skin closeness and oxytocin release.

Every feeding, every cuddle, every moment matters. Whether it’s for days, months, or years, your breastfeeding journey is worth celebrating. ✨

To all the mamas feeding their babies—by breast, bottle, pump, or donor milk—you are doing a beautiful job. We’re here to support you every step of the way. 💕

Pregnancy Changes Everything—Here’s What Actually Grows (and Shrinks!) Your body is amazing—it literally remodels itself...
07/18/2025

Pregnancy Changes Everything—Here’s What Actually Grows (and Shrinks!)

Your body is amazing—it literally remodels itself to grow and protect your baby. Some parts get bigger to keep up with the extra work, while others shrink or shift to make room.

What Grows:
✔️ Uterus → from the size of a pear to a watermelon
✔️ Heart → pumps 30–50% more blood
✔️ Breasts → preparing for milk production
✔️ Kidneys & Thyroid → working overtime
✔️ Feet → sometimes permanently bigger (thanks, relaxin!)

What Shrinks or Shifts:
✔️ Certain brain areas → help you bond & focus on baby
✔️ Lungs & Stomach → squished by your growing uterus
✔️ Bladder → smaller capacity (hello, constant bathroom trips!)

Your body is doing exactly what it’s designed to do—creating the perfect environment for your baby.

Which change surprised you the most? Tell me in the comments!

Follow for more pregnancy education & fun facts. 💜

The Golden Hour: Why It Matters for Mom & BabyThe Golden Hour is the first hour (or more) after birth when your baby is ...
07/16/2025

The Golden Hour: Why It Matters for Mom & Baby

The Golden Hour is the first hour (or more) after birth when your baby is placed skin-to-skin on your chest, undisturbed. This time isn’t just sweet—it’s biologically powerful.

For Baby:
✔️ Regulates body temperature better than any warmer
✔️ Stabilizes heart rate and breathing
✔️ Boosts blood sugar levels
✔️ Reduces stress, keeping baby calm and content
✔️ Kickstarts breastfeeding instincts and improves latching
✔️ Strengthens immunity through early colostrum
✔️ Less crying, more bonding

For Mom:
✔️ Releases oxytocin (“love hormone”) to strengthen bonding
✔️ Helps the uterus contract, reducing postpartum bleeding
✔️ Encourages early milk production and a strong breastfeeding start
✔️ Lowers stress and anxiety while boosting confidence

For Both Parents:
✔️ Builds an immediate emotional connection
✔️ Partner skin-to-skin also helps regulate baby’s temperature and heart rate
✔️ Creates a peaceful, calm start to life together

Should you delay newborn procedures?
In most cases, yes. Unless your baby needs immediate medical care, things like weighing, vitamin K, and other procedures can wait until after your golden hour.

Your birth, your choices. Advocate for this special time—it’s one of the simplest, most powerful ways to start life together.

✨ Did you enjoy your Golden Hour after birth? Share your experience in the comments!

👉 Follow for more home birth education and support.

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✨ Happy International Home Birth Day! ✨As home birth moms and midwives, today holds a special place in our hearts. We've...
06/06/2025

✨ Happy International Home Birth Day! ✨

As home birth moms and midwives, today holds a special place in our hearts. We've had the honor of welcoming our own babies into the world in the sacred space of home—and we've stood beside countless families as they’ve done the same.

Home birth isn’t just about location—it’s about autonomy, respect, and informed choice. It’s about believing in the power of physiological birth, supported by skilled midwives who bring both ancient wisdom and modern safety into the birth space.

To the families who have birthed at home, the partners who believed in the process, and the midwives who serve with heart and hands—this day is for you.

Let’s keep normalizing safe, supported, and beautiful birth options. 💛🏡🩵

H A P P Y 🎂 B I R T H D A YAfter 11+ years of attending births, Midwife Ashley finally has a birthday buddy!Baby was eve...
05/11/2025

H A P P Y 🎂 B I R T H D A Y

After 11+ years of attending births, Midwife Ashley finally has a birthday buddy!

Baby was even kind enough to let us eat cake before coming to his big debut.

Happy birthday, baby! And congratulations to baby's wonderful family!

Happy World Doula Day!At Fort Worth Midwifery, we LOVE doulas and the incredible support they provide to birthing famili...
03/22/2025

Happy World Doula Day!

At Fort Worth Midwifery, we LOVE doulas and the incredible support they provide to birthing families. Whether it’s emotional reassurance, physical comfort, or guidance through labor, doulas are true birth companions.

Did you know?

People who use a doula are 39% less likely to need a C-section

They're 15% more likely to have a spontaneous vaginal birth

Labors are shorter by an average of 41 minutes

There's a 31% decrease in the use of Pitocin

And a 34% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with their birth experience

If you're planning a birth, consider adding a doula to your team. They're worth every penny.

Tag your favorite doula in the comments and show them some love today!

On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible strength of women—especially those bringing life into the...
03/07/2025

On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible strength of women—especially those bringing life into the world. Midwifery care is all about honoring women’s choices, supporting their bodies, and advocating for respectful, evidence-based birth experiences.

Every woman deserves to feel empowered, heard, and supported in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Today, we recognize the power of informed choices, holistic care, and the unwavering strength of mothers everywhere.

Tag a strong woman who inspires you! ❤️

Being a part of the team that helps you in bringing new life into the world is always an honor, and being trusted to sup...
02/07/2025

Being a part of the team that helps you in bringing new life into the world is always an honor, and being trusted to support families through their home birth journey is something we cherish deeply.

At Fort Worth Midwifery, we believe in providing compassionate, evidence-based, and personalized midwifery care that empowers families to make informed choices.

Hearing words like these reminds us why we do what we do—helping you feel supported, confident, and fully included every step of the way. Thank you for allowing us to be part of such an incredible moment!

Braxton Hicks contractions are your body's way of preparing for labor—but they can be uncomfortable!Try these holistic t...
01/22/2025

Braxton Hicks contractions are your body's way of preparing for labor—but they can be uncomfortable!

Try these holistic tips to find relief:

💧 Stay hydrated and boost electrolytes.
🧘‍♀️ Practice relaxation techniques.
🌿 Consider magnesium glycinate, calcium, or crampbark tincture.
🌸 Treat UTIs or BV infections promptly.
🛁 Take a warm bath or try belly binding for extra comfort.
🌼 Explore acupuncture for relaxation and uterine support.

🌟 And always consult your midwife if contractions become regular or you experience unusual symptoms.

Your comfort matters!
Share this with someone who could use these tips.

Did you experience Braxton Hicks contractions?

We love to see your little cuties!Did they have fun in the snow? Dislike it? Was it their first snow?Comment a photo (or...
01/10/2025

We love to see your little cuties!

Did they have fun in the snow? Dislike it? Was it their first snow?

Comment a photo (or a few) of their adventures the past couple of days.

Praying over your baby is one of the most powerful ways to nurture their life and future. As you cradle your little one,...
01/10/2025

Praying over your baby is one of the most powerful ways to nurture their life and future.

As you cradle your little one, you can speak God’s promises over them and entrust their journey to Him. These verses are a beautiful reminder of God’s love and protection.

Here are a couple more:
📖 Jeremiah 29:11 – God has plans to prosper your baby and give them hope and a future.
📖 Psalm 121:7-8 – The Lord will watch over your child’s coming and going, now and forever.

We believe every baby is a miracle, and every prayer over them is a gift. Take a moment today to lift your baby’s life to the One who holds it all. 💕

🌟 Follow for holistic, faith-centered care for moms and babies in the Fort Worth area.

✨ Birth is a sacred and transformative experience—a time to lean into God’s design and plan for you. ✨As you prepare to ...
12/27/2024

✨ Birth is a sacred and transformative experience—a time to lean into God’s design and plan for you. ✨

As you prepare to meet your baby, these Bible verses can bring peace and reassurance:

📖 Isaiah 41:10 – Do not fear, for God is with you. He will strengthen and uphold you.
📖 Psalm 46:5 – God is within her; she will not fall.
📖 John 16:21 – The pain of labor turns to joy when new life is brought into the world.

We believe birth is both a physical and spiritual journey. As you step into this sacred moment, know that you are strong, capable, and never alone.

🌟 Follow for birth encouragement, holistic midwifery care, and faith-based support for your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

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Aledo, TX
76087

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Hi, my name is Ashley Stanton and I am a Licensed Midwife and Certified Professional Midwife. I own and operate Fort Worth Midwifery with the goal of treating everyone the way that I would like to be treated. FWM is founded on informed choice, respect and individuality.

I support mothers and their families before, during and after labor in and around Fort Worth, TX including Cleburne, Burleson, Aledo, Weatherford, Azle, up into HEB, Arlington, Dallas and other outlying cities. If you are unsure if I serve your area just send me a message. I am married to my love, Danny and we have a couple of children that wear me out on a daily basis, a few in heaven and one on the way. We hope to have a couple more, if we are that lucky! I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have about home birth or what care is like with a midwife. As always, interviews in person and on the phone are always free of charge. Please contact me with any questions you may have big or small. I look forward to hearing from you!