STA Birth Collective

STA Birth Collective ~*~Midwifery Care~*~
Pregnancy + Birth + Postpartum
Home Birth + Water Birth
St Augustine + St Johns

If your baby is in the “sunny-side-up” position, it can sometimes make labor longer or more challenging. However, there ...
05/01/2026

If your baby is in the “sunny-side-up” position, it can sometimes make labor longer or more challenging. However, there are gentle, evidence-based techniques that can help encourage baby to rotate into a more optimal position.

From simple pelvic tilts to using a birth ball, these techniques can support the natural process of labor and create space for your baby. Trust in your body’s ability and know that there are options to help guide baby into a comfortable position for birth.

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04/29/2026

Mama Kate + baby Miles 🤍

Today we’re sitting down with Kate and Tiffany to share a beautiful, positive hospital transfer story...because birth doesn’t always go exactly as planned, and that’s okay.

Having a plan for each possibility, staying open, and trusting your team allows you to move through every shift with confidence instead of fear.

One of the most meaningful parts of midwifery care is continuity. The same support, the same familiar faces, the same steady presence… no matter where your birth unfolds.

Because it’s not about where you give birth, it’s about how supported you feel along the way.

Stories like this matter ✨

04/28/2026

When your care is authentic, supportive and trusting, birth can be empowering, healing and transformative in all the best ways. If this is the type of care you want for your birth, let’s chat 🫶🏼 schedule a tour or a free consultation at the link in our bio

Labor is a unique journey and it doesn’t have to be rushed. From resting in early labor to staying nourished and support...
04/27/2026

Labor is a unique journey and it doesn’t have to be rushed. From resting in early labor to staying nourished and supported, every choice you make can help your body move through the process at its own pace.

Trust your body’s timing, use gravity to your advantage, and create a calm environment to boost oxytocin and support progress. Labor doesn’t follow a straight line, and that’s okay. Listen to your body and let it lead the way.

04/24/2026

Let us know in the comments what you did in early labor that was the most helpful!

This month’s Couch Chats was all about early labor strategies... because how you move through those first hours matters more than you think.

Rest as long as you can.
Eat. Hydrate.
Nourish your body. This is the foundation.

Take a bath.
Sit on the birth ball.
Move through the Miles Circuit.

And don’t forget to give your team a heads up + check in with your provider with any questions or concerns.

Slow, supported, and intentional. Early labor sets the tone ✨

Pregnancy and postpartum ask so much of a mother’s body 🤍From deep nutrient depletion to the constant energy needed for ...
04/22/2026

Pregnancy and postpartum ask so much of a mother’s body 🤍
From deep nutrient depletion to the constant energy needed for healing and nourishing your baby, it’s a season that deserves just as much care poured back into you.

With this time of year bringing a little extra financial breathing room for many families, it can be a meaningful opportunity to invest in your own recovery. Whether that looks like bodywork, nourishing support, or simply giving yourself the space to rest and rebuild.

Because postpartum healing isn’t a luxury.
It’s foundational.

You deserve to feel supported, replenished, and cared for in this season and we’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way 🤍

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Summer is almost here, Park Meetup is moving to the Splash Park! 🤍Join the St. Augustine Birth Collective for our weekly...
04/21/2026

Summer is almost here, Park Meetup is moving to the Splash Park! 🤍

Join the St. Augustine Birth Collective for our weekly Park Meetup—a fun gathering for parents, toddlers, older kiddos, babies, and anyone in the birth community. Come chat, make friends, and let the littles play.

Wednesdays | 2–4 PM | St. Augustine Beach Pier Splash Park
We can’t wait to see you there ⛱️☀️

04/20/2026

Drop your favorite way to consume dates in the comments!

Tiffany is sharing why adding dates into your routine during pregnancy can be such a powerful, simple way to support your body...from promoting cervical ripening to helping prepare for labor.

Small, intentional choices can make a big impact 🤍

If you’re seeking a more personal and natural birth experience, a birth center may be the right choice for you. With lic...
04/17/2026

If you’re seeking a more personal and natural birth experience, a birth center may be the right choice for you.

With licensed midwives providing care, you’ll receive the support and attention you deserve in a calm, family-centered setting.

If you’re interested in learning more or exploring whether a birth center is the right fit for your birth plan, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to answer your questions and support you every step of the way.

04/15/2026

Meet Lexi 🤍

While her title may say Office Manager, anyone who knows our space knows she is so much more than that.

Lexi is often the first voice you hear, the calm presence behind the scenes, and the steady hand that helps everything flow the way it should. She holds so many moving pieces with care...supporting both our team and the families we serve in ways that often go unseen, but are deeply felt.

Every collective needs someone like Lexi… and we are endlessly grateful she’s a part of our team!

If you’re pregnant or planning to conceive, taking care of your nutrition can help reduce the risk of preeclampsia. 🌿 Pr...
04/13/2026

If you’re pregnant or planning to conceive, taking care of your nutrition can help reduce the risk of preeclampsia. 🌿 Prioritizing protein, balancing your minerals, eating colorful fruits and vegetables, and stabilizing blood sugar are simple yet powerful steps you can take for a healthier pregnancy.

Every little choice counts, and we are here to support you along the way. If you have questions or want to learn more, reach out. We are happy to help.

04/10/2026

Fear → tension → pain 🤍

Check out the link in our bio to sign up for Emily’s next HypnoBirthing class if you’re interested in using this technique for relaxation in your next labor!

Emily, local Hypnobirthing instructor and doula, walks us through this powerful cycle and how understanding it can completely shift your birth experience.

When fear enters the body, it creates tension.
Tension reduces blood flow and oxygen to the muscles… which can increase pain.
And that pain often brings more fear.

But the opposite is also true.

When you feel safe, supported, and informed, your body can soften.
And when the body softens, birth can flow more freely.

Education, breath, and mindset are powerful tools and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Save this for your birth prep + share with your support team ✨

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