Willow & Sage Midwifery & Women's Health

05/10/2026

Motherhood is the highest calling on my life. Of all the things I have accomplished, nothing compares to the honor of being entrusted with the lives of my children. God chose me to be their mother (and bonus mom) and I will never take that responsibility lightly.

I am far from a perfect mom, but every day I strive to be intentional, kind, approachable, loving, and present for them. I pray they always know they are deeply loved and fiercely protected.

Being their mom has shaped me, refined me, humbled me, and blessed me in ways I could have never imagined.

And somehow, God also allowed me the incredible honor of witnessing other women become mothers too. What an incredible honor it is to stand beside women as they step into motherhood for the very first time or welcome another baby into their arms. Being a midwife is truly the second highest calling on my life, and I am endlessly grateful for the families who trust me in such sacred moments.

And today, I also want to say Happy Mother’s Day to my own mom. Thank you for your love, your sacrifices, your support, and for helping shape me into the mother I am today. I am grateful for you every single day.

05/05/2026

April brought us three beautiful reminders of just how sacred this work is.

We had the honor of welcoming two sweet girls and one precious boy into the world this month. Each birth so unique, each family so strong, and each baby so deeply loved already.

There is something so humbling about being invited into these moments—watching women step into their strength, partners into their support, and families into a brand new chapter.

To our April families… thank you for trusting us, for allowing us to walk alongside you, and for letting us witness such powerful, life-changing moments. It never gets old.

Welcome to the world, little ones.

05/04/2026

“Watchful waiting.”

This is how I often describe midwifery care.
Not passive—but deeply intentional.

Listening closely.
Watching carefully.
Waiting patiently.

Trusting the physiology of birth—the way God so perfectly designed a woman’s body to grow, labor, and bring forth life.

As midwives, we are trained to recognize when to simply hold space… and when to step in. But most of the time, our role is to protect what is normal.

To create an environment where a woman feels safe, supported, and seen—because we know that safety allows the body to do exactly what it was created to do.

It is an honor to stand in that space.

So excited to meet this sweet baby. Her mama is incredible.

04/12/2026

There’s something so bittersweet about 6 week postpartum visits 🤍

On one hand, it means your body has done something incredible—healing, adjusting, nurturing new life. It means you’ve found your rhythm (or are starting to), and you’re stepping into this next chapter with your baby.

On the other hand… it’s often the last routine visit we have together. No more regular check-ins, no more sitting together talking through the highs and the hard parts, no more watching your confidence grow week by week. Saying goodbye to these families is never easy.

Being invited into such a sacred season of life—pregnancy, birth, and postpartum—is something I will never take for granted. Walking alongside you, witnessing your strength, and caring for you in such an intimate time is truly the greatest honor.

I have the best job. What a calling this is on my life.

Thank you, Jesus, for blessing my life so abundantly 🤍

04/09/2026

March brought us three beautiful births… and all three were sweet baby boys 💙💙💙

Each birth so different, yet equally powerful. Watching families meet their babies never gets old — the quiet strength, the emotion, the transformation that happens in those moments is something I will never take for granted.

To the families who trusted Willow & Sage to walk alongside you during such an intimate and life-changing time — thank you. It is truly an honor to be invited into your stories.

Welcoming three little boys into the world this month felt extra special ✨

03/03/2026

February kept us on our toes in the very best way 🤍

We welcomed six beautiful babies into the world this month — four sweet boys and two precious girls. What a full, sacred, life-giving season it has been.

It was a busy month for Willow & Sage, filled with late-night drives, birth pools filling, quiet encouragement, strong mamas, steady partners, and those first unforgettable cries. Each birth so different. Each story so powerful. Each family forever changed.

To the six families who trusted us with your care — thank you. It is never lost on us what an honor it is to be invited into such an intimate and transformative space. Watching you step into parenthood (or grow your families again) is why we do this work.

February, you were beautiful… and we are so grateful. ✨

02/27/2026

Yesterday was a bittersweet day at Willow & Sage Midwifery 🤍

It was Sage’s last day with us before she heads to Missoula to continue her midwifery clinical education. Watching students grow into confident, capable providers is one of the greatest honors of this profession. Midwifery is built on mentorship, hands-on learning, and walking alongside experienced midwives as you step into your own rhythm — and Sage has done that beautifully.

Sage, thank you for your calm presence, your willingness to learn, your thoughtful questions, and the genuine care you showed our clients. You have been such a gift to this practice.

To our clients — if you allowed Sage to be part of your prenatal visits, births, or postpartum care, thank you. Thank you for welcoming a student into your space. Thank you for trusting the educational process. Because of you, the next generation of midwives gains the experience and confidence they need to care for families safely and compassionately. Your generosity truly matters.

02/16/2026

This may be hard to read for some, but it's also very important and necessary. My job isn't always rainbows and butterflies. Sometimes, not often, I have to make the hard decision to transfer a client out of my care due to complications in pregnancy that make out of hospital birth unsafe.

Sometimes in pregnancy, things happen.

Sometimes in labor, something shifts.

And most of the time… those things are completely out of anyone’s control, including mine as the care provider.

A transfer to the hospital was likely never part of your plan. It wasn’t the vision you held. It wasn’t the birth you imagined. And it can feel disappointing, overwhelming, and emotional.

But please hear this...

When something arises that makes home birth no longer the safest option, the transfer is not a failure. It is not your fault. And it is not the fault of the midwife who recognized the need to change course.

You hire a midwife for many reasons — but first and foremost, you hire her to keep you and your baby safe. You hire her to recognize when something is outside the realm of normal. You hire her to make clinical decisions that prioritize safety over preference. And sometimes, that means transferring care.
Once a transfer occurs, the hospital assumes management of your pregnancy and labor. That shift can feel abrupt. It can feel like loss of control. It can feel heavy.

But what is within our control?
• Making sure you are supported during labor — often with a doula by your side. Not every midwife does this. Often times they don't sit with you in the hospital or hire a doula for you, but if they did, then consider that going above and beyond.
• Continuing constant postpartum support. If your midwife was constantly checking in with you, traveled to see you, etc, she did her job. If you declined care, that is not on her.
• Creating space for you to process your birth experience.
• Offering follow-up care, referrals when needed, and showing up for you long after the birth. Again, if you declined or canceled appointments, this is not on her.

If your midwife advocated for you (which includes recommending the transfer of care when it was no longer safe for you to birth out of the hospital), supported you, traveled to you, followed up postpartum, and ensured you had continuity of care — she did her job.

It’s easy to look for someone to blame when plans change. I understand that. Birth is emotional and sacred. But some complications are simply outside of anyone’s control — even the most experienced midwives.

Safety is never a failure.

Transfer is not a betrayal.

And no one is to blame for things no one could control.

You deserved safety and support. If you feel like your experience lacked support, then I encourage you to reach out to your midwife and tell her this directly. Have the conversation with her.

I will never guarantee you a particular birth experience. I will do everything in my power to help give you the experience you want, but I will never put those desires above you or the safety of your baby, ever.

Grateful always,

Ashley

02/11/2026

December and January were intentionally quiet for us at Willow & Sage. 🤍

We took some much needed time to rest, to be present with family, to reset after a full and beautiful year of catching babies. Midwifery is heart work — and in order to continue showing up fully for the families we serve, we also have to honor seasons of pause.

But… even in a season of rest, birth has its own timing.

At the very end of January, we welcomed one sweet baby earthside. There is something so special about a January baby — fresh beginnings, quiet strength, and so much hope.

Thank you to our community for always supporting us in both the busy seasons and the restful ones. We are so grateful to serve you.

Here’s to new life, new seasons, and continuing to hold space for the miracle of birth. 🤍✨

— Ashley and the Willow & Sage Midwifery team

01/28/2026

✨ Planning an out-of-hospital birth? Childbirth education matters—deeply. ✨

Whether you’re a first-time parent or planning your first home or birth-center birth, a quality childbirth education class is one of the most powerful ways to prepare.

Out-of-hospital birth is rooted in physiology, trust, and informed choice—and education helps you:
• Understand what normal labor truly looks and feels like
• Learn coping tools and comfort measures that support physiologic birth
• Build confidence in your body and the birth process
• Know when something is normal… and when it’s time to ask questions
• Feel like an active, informed participant—not a bystander

For families new to out-of-hospital birth, education bridges the gap between wanting this experience and feeling ready for it.
Knowledge doesn’t create fear—it creates confidence, calm, and clarity. Birth works best when you understand it. Prepare your mind as intentionally as you prepare your space.

There are two local birth classes that I would like to share with you. Connected Birth Services and Arrow Pelvic Physical Therapy both hold local birth classes that are wonderful! I recommend all of my clients attend one of their birth classes, especially if you are a first time mom or are planning your first out of hospital birth. See details below for both of their classes🤍

arrowpelvic.myflodesk.com/marchbirthclass
arrowpelvic.myflodesk.com/waitlist (for July and November classes)

01/28/2026