Midwives & Home Birth Midwives Near Me in Prescott Valley, AZ

Hi! I'm Betsy Gillespie. I am a mom of 6, ages 18 down to 4. I have been interested in birth work since high school, and am fulfilling my dream of serving mothers during the precious time of motherhood. I have given birth both at home and in a hospital and I believe women should be free to give birth in the location where they feel the most safe. I am certified as a childbirth educator and a birth and postpartum doula through the Madriella Doula Network. I became fascinated with birth during my first pregnancy when a trip to the library introduced me to Sheila Kitzinger, a cultural anthropologist who studied birth around the world. The idea that "American birth" is not the only way opened up a whole new world to me. Since then, I have desired to see women be better informed of their options surrounding birth. What better way to help along this dream than to serve such women as a doula and childbirth educator! I also am very interested in biomechanics - the idea that the way we use our bodies can affect our long term health. So all of my services include a "movement" component, where we cover ideas of alignment, body geometry, and stretches that specifically address issues mothers face during pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

Midwifery is more than a career to me, its a calling. I come from a long line of midwife ancestors. I have six grandmother midwives in my family. Its an honor for me to continue the legacy of serving and supporting women and their families during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. I don't see messages here. Please reach out via phone/text. 928-925-0545

Hello! I am the proud mother of 7 children and 5 grandchildren. I am excited to be along side mothers for one of the most challenging seasons in their lives. Unfortunately I was traveling with the military as a spouse during most of my pregnancies BUT fortunately it has made me understand exactly what mothers and families need.

With a deep passion for birth and over 25 years of experience birthing and raising my own children, I bring a calm, knowledgeable, and intuitive presence to your journey into parenthood. As a trained birth and postpartum doula, I offer compassionate support through pregnancy, labor, and the early postpartum period. My approach is grounded in respect for your choices, evidence-based care, and a deep understanding of the emotional and physical transformations of birth. In addition to my work as a birth doula, I also serve as a birth assistant to a local midwife, giving me valuable hands-on experience in various birth settings. Whether you're seeking guidance in birth preparation, hands-on labor support, or nurturing postpartum care, I am here to ensure you feel supported, informed, and empowered every step of the way. Let’s connect and create a birth experience that honors your unique needs.