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Seven Cities Midwifery Care

Providing sensitive maternity care for homebirth families in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.

08/09/2025

One of the most common questions we get is: “When should I call?”

Here are 3 signs it’s time:
1️⃣ Contractions are 4-5 minutes apart, lasting at least 60 seconds for over an hour
2️⃣ Your water breaks (even if it’s a small leak)
3️⃣ You feel emotional or physical intensity shift — or you just know something’s changing

Never hesitate to call. We’d always rather come too early than too late. — we’re here for YOU.

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

08/06/2025

The first hour after birth is powerful for both you and your baby. This time, known as the Golden Hour, is when:
👶 Your baby begins to regulate breathing and temperature through skin-to-skin contact 🌟 Hormones support bonding, breastfeeding, and uterine recovery
🥜 First latch often happens (no pressure if it doesn’t!)

We protect that time. We dim the lights, step back, and let you settle into your new rhythm.

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

08/06/2025

Soothe and support your body’s healing after birth with our Postpartum Sitz Bath 100% organic herbal & flower blend—perfect for perineal and external vaginal tissue recovery.

Two Ways to Use:
1️⃣ Cheesecloth Method:
• Add ¼–½ cup of blend to cheesecloth and tie closed
• Fill a warm bath, add 1 cup Epsom salts + herbs in cheesecloth
• Soak for at least 20 minutes

2️⃣ Steep & Store:
• Steep 1 cup of blend in 4 cups hot water for 4 hours
• Strain and refrigerate the liquid for up to 1 week
• Add 1 cup herbal liquid + 1 cup Epsom salts to your warm bath—or use in your peri‐bottle for targeted relief

Ingredients:
Organic lavender flowers, calendula flower, chamomile flowers, comfrey leaf, uva ursi leaf, yarrow flowers, plantain leaf, rosebuds & petals
(Epsom salts not included)

Yield: 3 cups (8–12 baths)

Ready to nurture your postpartum body with gentle, botanical care? Shop our link in BIO.

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07/31/2025

Did you know homebirth moms are twice as likely to exclusively breastfeed for six months? 🤱✨

Here’s why midwife-led care makes all the difference:
• Immediate skin-to-skin contact for perfect first latches
• Guidance tailored to you and baby
• Calm, uninterrupted bonding time in the comfort of home

Our SCMC team supports your breastfeeding journey from that very first feed—offering hands-on tips and gentle encouragement every step of the way.

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

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07/31/2025

Still considering your birth options in your second or even third trimester?
👉 You're not too late to choose homebirth.

At SCMC, we hear this all the time:
❌ “I wish I had more time.”
❌ “I didn’t know this was even an option.”
❌ “I’m too far along, right?”

✅ Here’s the truth: If you're still pregnant, there's still time.
Whether you’re 28 weeks or 38 weeks—we’re happy to talk, listen, and see if our care is the right fit for you.

You deserve to feel informed, supported, and empowered—no matter when you start the journey.

📩 Send us a message if you’ve been wondering… “Could this still work for me?”

07/30/2025

Feeling the heat? ☀️ Summer pregnancy brings its own set of challenges—but you don’t have to suffer through it.

Let’s talk hydration hacks, cool-down tips, and what your body actually needs to stay balanced in the hotter months.

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

07/24/2025

Let’s talk about one of the most overlooked factors in labor: baby’s position.
When your baby is in an optimal position (usually head down, facing your back), it can:

✔️ Help labor start naturally
✔️ Make contractions more effective
✔️ Support a smoother, shorter birth experience

Here are a few ways to encourage good positioning in the third trimester:
🔹 Sit forward in chairs (avoid recliners!)
🔹 Spend time on hands and knees or leaning over a birth ball
🔹 Practice daily pelvic tilts and side-lying releases
🔹 Go for walks or gentle prenatal yoga

🌀 Your posture + movement patterns really do make a difference!
Talk to your midwife if you’re unsure what position your baby is in—we can guide you step-by-step.

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

07/24/2025

Let’s bust a myth today:
You do NOT have to be “crunchy,” or live off-grid to have a homebirth.

Choosing homebirth isn’t about fitting into a lifestyle.
It’s about choosing care that is personal, peaceful, and empowering.

No judgment. No pressure. Just real support.
💛 Homebirth is for everyone.

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

07/22/2025

Pregnancy is a journey for both of you—and staying connected matters.
Here are a few low-key, meaningful date ideas for the summer that help you bond before baby arrives:

🌅 Sunrise walk + breakfast picnic
🎨 DIY belly painting night
🛁 At-home spa evening (think foot rubs + candlelight)
🌭 Backyard grill night with a playlist of songs for baby
🧺 Prenatal class + ice cream afterward

💬 And while you’re at it—talk about how your partner can support you in labor.
This can be as simple as:
✔️ Keeping you hydrated
✔️ Encouraging affirmations
✔️ Staying present and calm

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

07/16/2025

Introducing Nora Tea —a soothing, all-natural herbal blend designed to support your body and spirit in pre and postpartum weeks. 🍵✨ Crafted with nourishing herbs like nettle, red raspberry leaf, and chamomile, Nora Tea helps replenish nutrients, ease discomfort, and calm your mind as you bond with baby. Sip a cup after feedings to boost energy, support milk supply, and invite moments of peace into your day.

Sip daily to support:
• Hormonal balance 🤱
• Uterine health 🌿
• Nutrient replenishment ✨

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07/15/2025

How to incorporate a gentle rhythm in the third trimester—morning walks, deep breaths, quiet journaling—can help reset your nervous system and prepare your body and mind for birth. 🌀

Start small. Start now. Your calm is powerful.

Drop more ideas or what works for you in the comments below💗

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

07/10/2025

Your body was made for this. ✨
Before the classes, the books, and the plans—your body already holds instinctual wisdom about how to birth.

At SCMC, we honor that truth every single day. Trust your body. Trust your instincts. Trust the process. 💪💛

Want to learn more? Request a meet and greet with Jenn, Sydney, and Tess!

Click the link in our BIO or email 📩 Midwives@sevencitiesmidwifery.com we look forward to hearing from you! 🌻

Address

5267 Greenwich Road St 201
Virginia Beach, VA
23462

Telephone

+17577400197

Website

http://www.sevencitiesmidwifery.com/

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