I am an experienced midwife with 2 children of my own. I was drawn to midwifery because I believe it is important work. I see my role as midwife is to provide support and information; to help women develop into mothers who trust in their innate ability to birth and have confidence in their parenting instincts.

I believe pregnancy and childbirth are normal life events and that women are capable of making their own choices about what is right for them and their families. I encourage women to be self-determining in their healthcare and enjoy working alongside them to achieve their goals.

I spent 4 and a half years prior to coming to BirthWest caring for many women with obstetric, medical and/or social complexities. I understand women are unique and have varying degrees of need or desire for referral to specialist care. I am against unnecessarily interfering with a normal pregnancy and birthing process but am experienced in identifying the need for further input. I will happily work with women and other specialists if needed, to achieve a safe and satisfying transition to motherhood.

I enjoy the diversity of my role, caring for West Auckland women from all walks of life. I consider honesty and communication to be crucial in the woman/midwife relationship. I am comfortable supporting women to birth in water, at home or in a hospital/birthing unit.

If you are looking for a midwife in West Auckland I would be very pleased to hear from you.