Our Philosophy

 

• We believe that “Children are a gift of the Lord. The fruit of the womb is a reward.” (Psalm 127:3)
• We believe that childbirth is a natural event, not a medical procedure.
• We believe that when parents are properly educated and prepared for childbirth, it can be a wonderful experience for them, binding them closer together as a couple and a family.
• We believe in the parents’ right to choose the caregiver and place of care in which they wish to have their baby, whether it be a midwife or a physician, and whether it be in their home, in a birth center, or in a hospital.
• We believe that when parents are given accurate information, the vast majority of them are capable of making the best decision regarding the circumstances for the birth of their babies.
• We believe that proper nutrition (including appropriate nutritional supplements) during pregnancy makes an enormous difference in the health of both mom and baby.
• We believe that, for most pregnancies and births, medical intervention is entirely inappropriate, and may result in unnecessary complications for moms and babies.
• We believe that most episiotomies and most Caesarean Sections are unnecessary. There are occasions when these interventions may be necessary, but they should be very rare.
• We believe that there is a tremendous need for excellent doctors and hospitals. We are not “anti-doctor” or “anti-hospital.” We are thankful for wise, sensitive doctors and hospitals. Therefore, we never hesitate to refer to a physician or to transport to a hospital if it becomes necessary to do so.
• We believe that the baby growing in the mother’s womb is a human child. No matter what the circumstances are outside the womb, we do not believe that the baby deserves to die for it. We are pro-life. However,  we believe that moms who may have made mistakes in the past need grace and compassion, not condemnation.