Aimée Tom, CNM

10/30/2022

/ / The in between / /

There is a tender beauty to the in between spaces
when time has a texture
a certain stillness between the seconds
particles of dust hover in the sun drenched window
tiny feet slide half an inch under the skin,
waiting for the perfect moment to be born
the veins in the leaves are so gorgeous that tears well up
Maybe it is the in between spaces after all
when we have most fully
arrived

This beautiful image and poem by speaks so perfectly to the sacredness of life’s “in betweens”. These places of transition are often so fraught with fear and discomfort, but the dichotomy is that they can also hold so much opportunity for rest, reflection, and true presence. I always tell my clients that the spaces in between contractions are just as important as the contractions themselves, and the time right before labor starts is one of the most tender times imaginable.

10/15/2022

The maternity care system at large is pretty broken. It’s appalling that pregnant people are being seen for 10-15 minute long visits in busy clinics and practices, often by different providers each time. It’s no wonder folx feel disempowered when birthing.

I believe that with enough education, support, and love, pregnant (and postpartum) people can gain some agency back and feel better prepared for the birth and parenthood journey.

These add-on midwifery services are meant to bridge the gap, and are perfect for people whose insurance won’t allow a full transfer of care (ahem, Kaiser). It’s also perfect if there’s a reason to stay under OB care but you’re wanting more.

Contact me for a free consult and we can see if this is right for you! ❤️

08/19/2022

Celebrating 2022 Mid Autumn festival early with these and . Thought the Japanese porcelain crane plate would be a fitting vessel for these special sweets.

05/30/2020

❤️ Sumi!!!

Here's how one doula's work has expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic.

04/06/2020

If you are a midwife, doula, OB, pregnant person, perinatal professional, or just anyone interested, I’ll be on IGLive tomorrow at noon (eeek, my first time)! I want this to be interactive so please tune in and ask questions or request to join!

03/28/2020

At your service. And at your cervix!

03/25/2020

Some good basic information for pregnant people.

Here’s what we know so far and how to act accordingly...

03/23/2020

Birthing in pandemic times. A message of love, support, and courage. 💫

03/19/2020

Preparing your perineum for birth! Here’s a simple way to get your yoni ready to birth a baby, starting at around 36 weeks of pregnancy. It helps familiarize the pregnant person with the sensations of stretching to accommodate a baby’s head and gives partners away to participate in birth preparation. If you don’t have someone willing to help you with yoni stretching, you can do it yourself by putting two fingers in your va**na (from behind) and pulling for as long as you can stand it. I often suggest pregnant people do this while in the shower. Don’t worry, the only direction your elbow will bend is the way you should be pulling!

03/11/2020

http://drfatuforna.com/from-your-doctor-to-you-10-things-every-pregnant-woman-should-know-about-coronavirus-disease/

Pregnant women around the world are understandably worried about Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). We now have over 100,000 cases in about 100 countries, and it seems like the outbreak is getting wor…

02/26/2020

Midwife supporters! This is such an important video. Please take a minute to watch and share! Many thanks.

https://www.facebook.com/1316337408/posts/10216184461707031/?