Heart Strings Birth Services

01/09/2026

✨ More statistics!!! ✨

Our largest baby was 10lbs 10oz
Our smallest baby was 6lbs 15oz

The average of all 38 term babies was 7 lb 8 oz. 2 were in the 9 lb range and 3 were in the 10 lb range. Only one was under 7 lb.

01/08/2026

Last visit with this beautiful mama! You may have read her story! She had a primary VBAC with us at 42.2 days and absolutely rocked it!

Hailey I am just so thankful that our paths crossed. Thank you for all of the real conversations,for trusting us with your care, and for the baby snuggles yesterday.

I’m going to miss seeing you as often but coffee dates are going to be a must! Just know I’m always here for you. Caitlyn is too… and we want all the baby pic updates. 🥹🥰

01/07/2026

The hard parts of this work are outweighed by the beauty a million times! Thank you to all of the families we serve for sharing your sweet families with us.

The last 9 days have been full! 7 birthdays all snuggled up together.

Thank you to Caitlyn and Emily for being my amazing assistants, and I’m so excited to have been able to work with some awesome doulas as well (including a repeat birth with our ), and thank you to all of our Heart Strings families who are so patient while we reschedule because of these special birthday parties! 🥰🤍

I can’t wait to share some birth stories in the near future!

01/07/2026

This was last night…I didn’t know what to think or feel after 32 hours… tired, hungry, and I’m just thankful that I had someone to talk to me and keep me awake on the way home.

I stayed after transfer to the hospital, until baby was here, and mama was stable, had eaten, and nursed baby successfully.

I stayed because my job isn’t just to help if we stay home. My job is to support you as best I can through the whole birth and early postpartum.

It isn’t always fun… even though there are almost always moments of joy, jokes, and laughter… but it is ALWAYS my calling. It IS where I want to be.

I want to step in closer when things get tough. I want to help resolve the complications and protect your parenting choices.

Most of all I want to see you safe and supported the whole way through. Because I’m a midwife… which means “with women”. It’s not a job title. It’s a way of being.

01/05/2026

This was our most viral reel ever at over 120,000 likes and 12 million views between two apps.

Fun fact: this year over 82% of heartstrings mamas had waterbirths, and our 3 year average is almost 72%

As a part of care each mama gets a pool and new liner to have ready for the big day. Which means even fast labors are likely to have time to set up a warm pool.

These births tend to be so gentle and calming for babies and mothers, and being able to submerge the mother’s belly helps to significantly relieve pressure and ease pain. 🤍

01/04/2026

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Next time someone asks, “Are they sleeping through the night yet?” tell them this…

Research suggests that babies who wake often at night may have stronger mental health, better attachment, and even higher intelligence.

Why?
Because babies spend a lot of time in active sleep, the kind that supports rapid brain growth, learning, and emotional development.

So no, your baby waking at night doesn’t mean something’s wrong.
It means they’re doing exactly what their brain needs.

Feeding, snuggling, soothing at 2 a.m.?
That’s not spoiling.
That’s mothering.

Share this with a tired mama who needs to hear that waking is normal.

And remember, you’re not doing it wrong, you’re doing everything right 🩷

01/03/2026

First time mamas in our care for the last 3 years were approximately 62% less likely to have a c-section than if they had been in a Minnesota hospital.

Chances going down from an almost 1 in 4 chance down to 1 in 10.

According to our statistics this chance improves even more if the mom has done pelvic floor work with a therapist’s guidance. Which is why a part of care at Heart Strings is pelvic floor evaluation through our partnership with

Our rates even include higher risk births including breech and twins.

So why are our rates so different?

Midwives are experts in physiological birth. We focus on helping you be your healthiest throughout pregnancy; emphasizing mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual preparation.

We also spend way more time with you during labor, offering reassurance and practical guidance to help you work as a team with baby, keeping labor as efficient as possible.

So is homebirth the only way to reduce your chances of a c-section?

Absolutely not! Focus on your nutrition, get pelvic floor therapy and find yourself an experienced doula. You can even schedule a consultation with us no matter your birth location to talk about resources, and personalize your nutrition and physical preparation. ✨

Pictured is one of our 2023 babies from a first time mama who absolutely rocked her birth!

Photo credit Midwife Student Caitlyn

01/03/2026

2025 was so wonderful! 🥹✨

I am so thankful for every single one of you.

My heart is wrapped up in walking with you no matter the circumstances.

Whether it is pregnancy loss, or figuring out how to navigate health issues. I love the real relationships we develop and learning what your goals and dreams are.

The honor of being a part of welcoming the newest member of your family is one of the greatest gifts anyone could give, and I am so grateful.

These statistics are not just numbers. I see each one of you and your amazing stories. Each one of them is unique and beautiful… but I’m pretty happy these stats too. 🙃🤣

01/01/2026

On a cold New Year’s Eve…. A precious baby girl was born to a beautiful family. The perfect way to close this amazing year!

Happy New Year to all of you!

12/31/2025

This makes 7 boys in a row for me!! Just wild! 🩵

Also, people keep asking for my 2025 statistics but I really can’t be sure until the clock strikes midnight tomorrow! There are a few babies who might decide to change my numbers! 🤣

12/29/2025

Collagen is a buzz word and favorite supplement now, but how much is ok?