Placerville Midwifery

When I texted Chelsea at 3:19 AM to let her know my wife’s water had broken, I didn’t expect an immediate response. Three minutes later, she texted me back with instructions. That’s just the kind of stoic professional she is- the type of person who makes the world a better place, and a gift to the El Dorado/Amador County region. If you are considering a home birth and desire someone who’s familiar with rural living, I highly recommend scheduling a consult with Chelsea. You will receive friendly, professional support throughout your pregnancy and the many decisions required. When the time comes to deliver, you’ll know and trust her and her assistants. The kind of trust required to navigate critical, consequential care at home instead of in a hospital. I appreciate that Chelsea, who has attended over 100 births and is impressively skilled with a fetal heart rate monitor, is training a student, because I believe the art and science of midwifery must be maintained. 18 somewhat difficult hours later my wife gave birth to our first child, in our own home, without medication, exactly the way she wanted to. Chelsea’s crew didn’t just leave immediately, even though it was late at night; instead they cleaned up our house and did the laundry! Chelsea, Skye, and Lorraine-I stand in awe of you.