In a Family Way Midwifery

08/05/2025

Getting so excited for the new location!

08/04/2025

Last week was a busy one! I was honored to assist at 3 labors! 2 with Seeds of Grace Midwifery and 1 with Beautiful Blessings Midwifery!

07/29/2025

An amazing resource!

🤰Pregnancy and birth should feel empowering — not overwhelming. Too often women are told that back pain, pressure “down there,” or bladder leaks are just part of the journey.

We’re here to say nope. You deserve real support, real answers, and a better experience.🤩

Join us for From Bump to Birth: How to Enjoy Pregnancy and Prepare for Birth, a pelvic health workshop just for YOU:

📅 Sept 6 | 2:00–4:30 PM
📍 Vital Life PT – 4140 Tryon Rd, Longview
🎟️ $75 | Limited spots available

Text (903) 241-1274 to get registered!

07/23/2025

🏡 Home Birth: Safer Than You Might Think

For decades, the focus has been on questioning the safety of home birth.

But maybe it’s time we start asking a different question:
Is a hospital birth always the safest option?

Research continues to show that unnecessary interventions are more common in hospitals, while planned home births with the continuous care of a known midwife are often linked to better outcomes for both mother and baby.

An Australian study of 1.25 million births found that women who planned a home birth were almost six times more likely to have a normal vaginal birth.

A 15-year Victorian study of more than 850,000 births showed lower rates of birth trauma and fewer interventions among women who gave birth at home.

National data also shows that home births had the highest rates of physiological vaginal birth and the lowest rates of caesarean, epidural, episiotomy and postpartum haemorrhage.

These aren’t just numbers — they represent real women, real families, and real choices.

At The Thompson Method, we believe the place of birth matters, but the people supporting you matter even more.

Continuity of care with a midwife who knows you, respects you and walks with you every step of the way is one of the most powerful ways to reduce risk and protect your birth and breastfeeding experience.

Of course, there are times when medical support is necessary. That’s why respectful, collaborative care between midwives and doctors is essential — no matter where you choose to birth.

So if hospital birth is assumed to be the safest option…
Why are so many women still experiencing avoidable trauma and unnecessary intervention?

Let’s open the conversation.
Did you choose a home birth or a hospital birth?
How did that decision shape your experience?

With education and support, more women can make informed choices and experience the kind of birth they deserve.

07/15/2025

This is so exciting! Congratulations Diane Dreier!

Our new name and logo!Northeast Texas MidwiferyChanges to the website coming soon!

06/27/2025

Being asked by a good midwife to be her back up is the best professional compliments we can get. I know Seeds of Grace Midwifery loves her clients!

Sometimes life happens and I am pulled away from births I not only planned but looked forward to attending.
Sometimes, I grieve not being there in that intimate moment after spending months walking alongside moms that I love and have built relationships with for years.
Always I realize, that these moms are educated, strong, and dedicated. That I am only a small part of the picture, they will do amazing because they are amazing. They have made educated choices for their care. They have done the hards things. Prioritized their health. Done the work. Toughed through the hard moments. And they beautifully birth through the intense moment of hearing the first of many screams added to their family.
Midwifery care was everything that led to this moment and for the support weeks after.

So when I receive this sweet picture of the midwives that support my families with the caption back-up Kristins, I know that God has given me a gift. A gift of knowing that I don't have to worry when life happens. I know my clients will not birth alone or have to go to a hospital. These women are friends and my families are in safe capable hands.

So congratulations to the sweet baby boy and baby girl born this week. You are going to love your families. You are loved!!

Well.... I am still a little sad but mostly... proud, blessed and rejoicing with you!

In a Family Way Midwifery Midwife Megan Loewen

06/20/2025

““A midwife must possess the hand of a lady, the eyes of a hawk and the heart of a lion.”

06/19/2025

I think placentas are so cool!

🌿 Let’s Talk About Placentas! 🌿

The placenta is one of the most incredible, underrated organs in the human body—temporary, powerful, and totally unique.

✨ What is it?
The placenta is an organ that forms during pregnancy to nourish and support your baby. It connects to the baby via the umbilical cord and attaches to the uterus.

✨ What does it do?
• Delivers oxygen and nutrients to the baby
• Removes waste products
• Produces important hormones (like progesterone and estrogen)
• Acts as a protective barrier
• Supports immune function

✨ Did you know?
• The placenta is the only organ that your body grows for a specific purpose, and then lets go of after it’s done.
• It belongs to both you and your baby—made from shared cells.
• No two placentas look the same, but each one tells a story about the pregnancy it supported.

I love doing “placenta tours” for parents while I’m examining the placenta after birth—not only to make sure it’s healthy and complete, but also because it’s a fascinating part of your birth story. ❤️

Have questions about your placenta or what happens to it after birth? Let’s talk!

(This beautiful placenta was made by my very own daughter and nourished my grandson so well 😌)

06/11/2025

Which color would you pick? Go to the original post and let us know?

Some exciting things happening!
Top middle or bottom?

06/06/2025

Midwives have the best clients! 🥹

So thankful for letting me be a part of your beautiful start in this amazing family!

06/04/2025

So thankful for letting me be a part of your beautiful start in this amazing family!