Transformative Birth Midwifery

Christina Sanders is such an angel, I’m so blessed I found her to be apart of my pregnancy journey. She has such a sense of calm when I really needed it going through labor. She is very knowledgeable in all things birth. She is definitely doing her calling in life, and does a great job at it. Thanks to her, my birth plan went exactly how I wanted it:)

Christina is an angel, to say the least. If it wasn’t for her vast knowledge, experience and compassion regarding birth, I would not have gotten to achieve my ultimate goal of giving birth to my son at home. Being my first baby, and being asynclitic, it was an extremely exhaustive birth process. Christina kept her cool and knew exactly what to do next at every moment of an 8+ hour delivery stage. She was the quiet confidence by my side at every contraction reminding me that I could do it. She kept me going when I no longer felt like I could. Without her, my worst fear of a c-​section would have been inevitable, and thanks to her, I am more empowered as a woman than ever. Even before our birth, our prenatal care was amazing. Christina was always so kind and caring and genuinely devoted to me and my family. She is one of a kind, extremely intelligent and knowledgable, a rare gem. I highly recommend her services.

If you are contemplating a midwife for a home birth then look no further. Christina is a highly trained midwife who goes with the flow. She has such a calming personality and really caters to you and what you want during your labor/​pregnancy. I birthed my second child on 9÷17÷15 and would not change a single thing. She offers great advice and keeps you on track with your health during the prenatal visits. A lot of having a successful birth is following your intuition and staying calm and healthy and with her reassurance I was able to do it. She had two assistants, Lenna and Amanda, who were training with her and I was able to have Amanda present at my birth. The extra help came in very handy on our delivery day. Amanda even encapsulated the placenta for me and gave me some invaluable keepsakes. Christina offers Bradley classes also. We could not attend the large classes because of my husband’s work schedule so we took private classes which helped us prepare for the big day. Christina made herself available to us any time of day or night, which is wonderful to ease a pregnant worried mom’s stress levels. She will be a great asset to your birthing team and has wonderful resources for a natural birth.

Only a few times in a woman’s life is she privileged enough to become pregnant and give birth. While waiting for two hours at the local OBs office to get my visit I did NOT feel the specialness of what I was doing. I felt the fluorescent bulbs burning off my vitamins. I felt completely unimportant. I just wanted my appointments to be over with. My dealings with the nurses were tense. I just felt awful after my visits. Forgetting the miracle of my baby. Being told by the receptionist that I was one of «2,000 patients.»
My husband suggested we meet with a midwife, and he contacted Christina Sanders. His goal for me was to enjoy my last pregnancy. He had been through the «typical hospital experience» (medicated labor) with me for our first baby. And we both wanted a different experience. But I was in the middle of my first trimester and pretty queasy and somewhat defeated. I was sort of sure that I would be rejected by her. Fears of being 35 and «too old» were in my head. Fears of being too big (I’m a stocky gal) to birth at home. And fears from my first complicated pregnancy kept me from thinking that home birth could be a viable option.
All of my fears were quieted by Christina. She arrived at our home for our consultation. She allowed me to share all of my fears and stories about birth. We liked her right away. I had been so uptight and that first day I felt confident. «I can push my baby out!» We hired her.
Pregnancy is long. I had my 1 year old to look after. Each month Christina would come for our appointment and I would get a renewed sense of purpose. «I can make it! I can do this! Baby is healthy!» In between visits I would email her my questions and concerns and she would get back to me right away. SHE would. Not her assistant, but MY MIDWIFE! Her knowledge of every pregnancy and birth and baby related issue never ceased to amaze my husband and I. And over the next six months our bond to Christina grew and grew.
Each appointment was almost like therapy! I was allowed to share and question. Christina always knew how to steer my thinking towards positivity. This meant so much to me. She always recommended natural remedies. For example, essential oils to help with headaches! I learned so many valuable pieces of knowledge each month. I was always encouraged by Christina. I really needed that.
Then…we get to the «due date.» We blow past that! Christina completely trusted my body and my baby even when I started to lose faith. 42 weeks pregnant, middle of summer… faith and trust weren’t at the front of my brain! She assured me that the baby would come. But believe me, at two weeks past the estimated due date, it doesn’t feel that way!
Somehow labor began! During the last 9 hours of my long labor Christina and her fantastic assistant Amanda were here at our home. Giving my husband and I the courage and support to get through a long labor. On some level I didn’t think I could actually do it: birth at home. I had to re-​face my fears and myself and the universe…(birth is BIG! Labor is no walk in the park). But I miraculously birthed my baby girl in my living room, with my husband there, with the complete support of Christina (and Amanda). We felt safe. We felt guided. We felt loved. We couldn’t be farther from the sterile OBs office, with the fluorescent bulbs, or the hospital surrounded by strangers. All across the world women were birthing in that same moment. I was at one with them all. But also in one of the most special and precious and private moments I will ever know. It was sincerely beautiful.
The first two hours was pure joy. All babies deserve as gentle an entry onto planet earth as possible. And through our home birth we achieved that for our daughter.
If you are on the fence about home birth, please, do yourself a favor and meet with Christina. Trust your body. Birth is natural. Birth is difficult. Birth is beautiful. Treat yourself to the best prenatal and postnatal care money can buy. Christina is wise. Christina is confident. With Christina by your side, your pregnancy, labor and birth can be the miracle that it was meant to be.

Christina Sanders was recommended to us when we found out we were pregnant by some friends who had taken her Bradley method classes and hired her as a doula for their birth. We had already met with another midwife, but the second we met Christina we knew she was the one! She has so much passion for what she does! Christina was great with everything from prenatal care to post! When ever I felt something different or wasn’t sure I would contact her and right away without hesitation she would always respond or call me! I was lucky and didn’t have much to complain and or adjust to with the pregnancy –until the very end and she was very involved making sure I was on my «A» game drinking enough water (cause I wasn’t and started to get elephant ankles) I feel like having her as a midwife was like having a close friend there to guide me– with no judgement only an open heart and lots of knowledge! During labor she was so perfect attending to my needs and offering ideas to change things up a bit when pushing was taking a bit long. After birth I had a few things going on with my breastfeeding and she did everything she could to make sure i had all the resources I needed. She gave me numbers to several lactation consultants and an ENT! Seriously I feel like this amazing woman went above and beyond for us! She truly cares about the well being of her clients! We also ended up taking the Bradley method classes with her as well (when we were maybe 3 – 4 months into pregnancy) and she gave us so much insight and information to go home and think about! The classes were great, held at her home and in small groups which was nice and now we will have a class reunion to meet everyone’s little babies!!! Point blank I would definitely recommend this Amazing lady to everyone I know who is interested in a natural birthing experience! She will be there to help support and guide you every step of the way!

We used Christina for Bradley Method classes with our first baby. The classes were extremely informative, helpful and fun. Despite being high risk and going into preterm labor and having my baby 6 weeks early, I was able to have a 100% natural, drug free labor and delivery! She was there to quickly answer any question I had during labor and delivery and eased all my worries during preterm labor. I would highly recommend all of her services!

Christina Sanders was our Bradley Method instructor and our Doula and I cannot imagine a better person to have as a midwife. She is passionate about natural and calm child birth and her passion is infectious! We learned so much from her classes and she helped us a great deal during both of our children’s births. She is warm and loving as well as organized and professional. If we have another child we will definitely be doing a home birth with her!

When we found out we were having our third child, we knew we definitely wanted to be able to birth at home this time around. I’m fortunate enough to have Christina in my life, not just as a midwife, but as a friend. When it was time to figure out our birth plan and who I wanted to be there to support me I knew I wanted Christina’s calm and gentle spirit there with me. That was the best decision we could have made. She really brought so much peace and comfort to our home and there was never any moments of stress, panic, or worry. Christina was able to calm me when transition hit with her soothing touch and soft spoken voice. What I’ll never forget is the essential oils she rubbed on my back. All I wanted was her delicious smelling hands right by my face when I felt like I was going to lose control. She allowed mine and my husband’s hands to be the first hands to touch our baby girl and I was able to pick her right up and place her on my chest. I never felt rushed to do anything wether it be delivering the placenta, cutting the cord, or even having to get out of the birthing tub afterward. The whole experience was so organic and was one of the best days of our entire family’s life. It was such a beautiful empowering experience and that is in large part thanks to Christina. She has been such a blessing to our entire family.

Christina taught our Bradley method classes. My husband and I would NOT have had the natural birth we hoped for had it not been for Christina’s expertise and training. She not only made us feel that it was possible, but she gave us all the tools and encouragement we needed. We will forever be grateful for her guidance.

Christina is absolutely incredible! She is gentle and kind and there for your every need. She knew exactly what I needed while I was in labor and had perfect timing with a cool wash cloth, a sip of water, and even encouraging words. She is qenuine, passionate and knowledgeable and probably one of the sweetest people you will ever meet. She was there through all pre-​natal and postpartum care and there to help me catch my baby which is one of the most memorable and unforgettable moments of my life. Welcoming Christina into my home and into such a private part of my life was so easy… she is an amazingly, beautiful person!

In 2004, I was referred to Christina for Bradley Method childbirth classes. I instantly fell in love with her. Her passion and vast knowledge are unmatched in her field. With Christina’s help and encouragement I was equipped to deliver our healthy baby girl at home. We have been referring all of our friends and patients to her for over 10 years now. She is a blessing to my family and our community. I am thrilled for her new venture as a midwife.