Ohana Midwifery & Wellness, PLLC

10/11/2025

What a fun way to wrap up National Midwifery Week! A few faces are not pictured but we are so thankful for everyone who came to our Ohana ‘PJs and Pizza Picnic’. We love seeing your families grow! 🌺 💕

10/08/2025

Day 4 of National Midwifery Week…..Did you know that our midwives, Marinda and Laura, have a few things in common other than being CNMs. They both: attended ECU for midwifery school (the only nurse midwifery school in NC), are dog moms, love plants, and love to find awesome thrifted items!

10/07/2025

Day 3 of national midwifery week…On this date more than a few years ago our midwife, Laura, birthed her own baby. The gender was a surprise … “it’s a boy” and he weighed 7lbs14oz. She was in midwifery school at ECU and an RN in L&D at this time. 🥰
Happy Birthday little baby who isn’t little any more 🎉

10/06/2025

We celebrate you this week NC MIDWIVES! You are doing great things in your communities to support families!!! Keep up the good and important work!

10/05/2025

We 💕 hearing stories! To kick off National Midwifery Week, please share one of your favorite memories of/with your midwife.

09/25/2025

Meditation is one of the simplest and most powerful tools you can bring into the birth space. It helps quiet the noise around you so you can stay grounded, present, and connected to your body as labor unfolds.

You do not need to be an expert or have a perfect routine. Meditation can look like closing your eyes and focusing on your breath. It can be repeating a calming word, listening to music, or simply staying aware of each moment as it comes.
At Ohana Midwifery & Wellness, we often talk about meditation as a way to soften into the process. It is not about controlling what happens. It is about finding your center so you can move through each contraction with trust. Your breath, your thoughts, your rhythm. They all belong in the birth room with you.

09/25/2025

09/23/2025

It is easy to picture labor as one big moment. But in reality, it is made up of hundreds of small ones. A change in lighting. A sip of water. A gentle touch. A deep breath. A whispered reminder that you are safe.

These small things are not distractions. They are care. They are grounding. They are what help people move through labor with more comfort and more confidence.
At Ohana, we pay attention to the details because they are often what matter most. You do not need big fixes. You need steady, thoughtful presence. That is what we are here for.

09/18/2025

At Ohana, midwifery and wellness care isn’t just about appointments and checklists. It’s about relationships. We take time to understand what matters to you, to explain the "why" behind each part of your care, and to make sure you feel informed every step of the way.

Whether you’re exploring your birth options, managing your health, or just looking for a provider who sees the whole picture, you are welcome here.

09/16/2025

The IUD is a highly effective, low-maintenance option for long-term family planning. Once placed by your midwife, it can last for several years—and when you’re ready, it can be easily removed.

This method is flexible, discreet, and doesn’t require daily tracking. If you're considering long-term contraception but want something you don’t have to think about every day, an IUD might be a good fit. We’re here to answer your questions and talk through what’s best for your body and your goals.

09/11/2025

That first skin-to-skin moment after birth is powerful, but it’s not just for immediatly after birth. Skin-to-skin helps regulate your baby’s breathing, temperature, and heart rate. It also strengthens your bond and helps both of you feel more at ease.

At Ohana, we recommend skin-to-skin often, especially during the first few days and weeks. Whether it’s during feeding, resting, or soothing, this simple practice supports trust, connection, and comfort in both you and your baby.

09/09/2025

There is a stretch in late pregnancy where everything starts to feel slow. You might feel tired. You might feel ready. Or you might feel like nothing is happening at all.
But your body is not stalling. It is settling. It is softening. It is preparing in ways you cannot always see. The emotional weight of waiting is real, and we talk about that with our clients all the time. You are not behind. You are not stuck. You are in it.
This season of waiting is part of the process. Your body is doing exactly what it needs to do, even on the quiet days.