Hayley’s Story

My first two babies I went with an OBGYN, my third I went with a midwife. The difference in care was crazy. The midwives took the time to actually listen when I had concerns and helped me with solutions. I also had lost my mom several to finding out I was pregnant with my third, it really did help being asked how I was doing healing and coping with that.  
 
When it came to the birth, my husband and I were not left alone for any part of the birthing experience - and after. That too made me feel more comfortable incase something sudden happened. Daily home checkins for the first week after birth was amazing. Plus the weekly groups were great and definitely what every mom needs postpartum.  
 
Thank you so much to the Lindsay Midwives who help make pregnancy a great experience. So thankful you were apart of our journey.  

Kaylin’s Story

I have always been curious about home birth and what that experience would be like. With my first two pregnancies I was so nervous about having a home birth. I moved to the Kawartha Lakes a few months before getting pregnant with my third baby. As soon as I found out I was pregnant I reached out to the Lindsay Midwives and was taken on as a client in their care. During my pregnancy I was considering home birth but still so unsure. Every appointment I was given knowledge of pregnancy and delivery and I always appreciated how much patience my midwife team had as I had to bring my toddler to every appointment with me. I loved that they allowed him to be apart of my care he always got to listen to the baby and it was so special.  

I’m December 2024 I had my third baby safely at home which was the most empowering moment of my life. I felt confident in myself and my midwife team to deliver new life in the comfort of my home surrounded by my family.  

I thank the Lindsay Midwives for everything they helped me accomplish and for the amazing care I was given throughout my pregnancy and after. I have also been grateful for the community of parents that I have met through the midwife alumni group.  

Candace & Marlee’s Story

We had a truly magical experience with this midwife group, literally, we met and had the pleasure of experiencing them all at some point or another within our appointments! It made our overall experience so much more personable and trusting, especially when coming into our postpartum visits after our daughter was born. We looked forward to each and every visit. 

My partner and I knew that it was very important to be treated with equality as a same-sex couple and we were met with the most welcoming atmosphere. We loved being presented with so much valuable knowledge, information, and most importantly - choices! It allowed us to make informed decisions that worked for us, our baby and our family.  

 The level of attention, reliability and constant support was like nothing we have ever heard of before when hearing about other's experiences. Our family members were always so impressed to hear about our appointments and the level of care we were receiving. My mom even came along to an appointment just to be able to experience it herself and thank our lovely midwife for all that she does within her profession! 

Thank you once again from the bottom of our hearts for guiding us into this magical world of parenthood and for providing us with such incredible support throughout our pregnancy, birth and thereafter! Can't wait to do it all again one day  

“ Your team gathered beside us in our home as part of our family and ensured we brought our beautiful baby earth side amongst love and calmness. I have never felt so powerful and strong. A home birth was something I really wanted and despite everyone else attempting to fill my head with fears, you never made me feel unsafe. You supported my every choice.”

Shelby’s Story  

I told myself after having my daughter 9 years ago I would never have another baby again. The experience of having a doctor that didn't deliver babies had left me feeling very disregarded, powerless and very out of control of my body and choices. 
My appointments consisted of handing over my health card, peeing in a cup then stepping on a scale, routinely doing blood work then inevitably meeting a new doctor every Friday until I gave birth.  
My birthing experience was nothing short of disheartening, it felt like everything I has planned was tossed aside for what felt like getting it done quickly and very textbooks. 
When I found out I was pregnant this past year I had a plethora of emotions ranging from excitement to dread. Many of my peers recommend the midwives to me.  
Upon going to my first appointment I was welcomed into a beautiful building that didn't look like a doctors office, rather a well purposed home. Everyone welcomed me by name, my appointments never felt rushed and not once was I asked to step on a scale. My lovely midwife Kirsten asked me questions about ME, not just about my body. My appointments were light, and fun. They didn't feel rushed. It was less like meeting a doctor and more like meeting a friend who knew a lot about birth. I was presented a ton of information, options and always kept in the loop about what was happening. Come the day I went into labor it was becoming obvious that things weren't going to go as planned, I started to panic again but instead of force I was met with options, information and the chance to try my way. If it didn't work plan b was there. Though i didn't end up birthing my baby how I thought I would, my midwife didn't leave my side. I got all of the after birth things I requested and it felt really nice to have someone I knew at the hospital supporting me every step of the way. It was such an excellent experience that I would even consider having another baby in the future just to do it all again. 

Joy’s Story

Having midwives was such an incredible experience for us. I joined them later in my pregnancy, and I wish I had found out about them sooner! Not only did they focus on care of baby,  they heavily focused on taking care of me too. Anxiety was a big part of my pregnancy and they really helped me work through it.  The resources they offer  and the genuine care and kindness made the prenatal experience much easier than I ever expected. My daughter was born premature so at the time they weren't able to deliver my daughter because I had to transfer care to PRHC, but they were by my side every step of the way. When we were in the NICU, Kirsten reassured and comforted me, and also advocated for us when we weren't getting much communication from the pediatricians. The postpartum group they run was the reason I met my now best friend! The village you have after graduating from the midwives is so integral to making it through those first few weeks. Trust me, you'll never want to leave! I would reccomend the Lindsay Midwives to anyone and can't wait to have another baby with them in the future.

Natasha’s Story

I have had 3 birthing experiences with Midwives of Lindsay. Whether it was in hospital or at home (or when our best laid out plans went awry) your team was always there to ensure I felt comfortable, empowered and in control.  
 
My latest home water birth was an experience I will never forget. You endured snow storms to ensure I received timely care and support. Your team gathered beside us in our home as part of our family and ensured we brought our beautiful baby earth side amongst love and calmness. I have never felt so powerful and strong. A home birth was something I really wanted and despite everyone else attempting to fill my head with fears, you never made me feel unsafe. You supported my every choice.  
 
The type on nonjudgmental, inclusive, empowering care that you provide to women and their families goes far beyond pregnancy and postpartum.  
 
Forever grateful.