Empowering Birth: Inside the World of Midwifery with Stellis Health’s Jessica Borgstrom and Kristin Hazeman

Summary

In this heartwarming episode of “Beyond the Checkup,” hosted by Pete Waggoner, Stellis Health midwives Jessica Borgstrom, CNM and Kristin Hazeman, DNP, APRN, CNM explore the holistic approach of midwifery and the dedicated care they provide for women through all stages of life.

Jessica and Kristin discuss the philosophy behind midwifery, their unique birthing and postpartum care methods, and the vital role of family involvement in prenatal and birthing experiences.

Their dedication shines through as they share touching stories of births, the importance of emotional support, and the resources available to support women’s health in every phase of life.

Join us as we celebrate the compassionate work of these providers, bridging the gap between natural care and medical support.

Takeaways:

• Comprehensive Women’s Health: Midwives provide care from adolescence to menopause, addressing a broad range of health needs beyond just pregnancy.

• Holistic Birthing Approach: Stellis Health’s midwives integrate natural birthing methods with modern medical safety, supporting a personalized, family-centered approach to childbirth.

• Postpartum Support: Emphasis on postpartum care, including mental health checks and lactation support, ensures mothers have continuous support after childbirth.

• Advocating for Women’s Choices: Educating patients on their options and empowering them to make informed choices is central to the midwifery philosophy.

In This Episode:

• [00:00:00] – Introduction of midwives Jessica Borgstrom and Kristin Hazeman

• [00:00:25] – Jessica discusses her journey and passion for starting the Monticello midwifery practice

• [00:00:56] – Kristin shares her background and love for serving the Monticello community

• [00:01:30] – Defining midwifery care beyond home birth, including support for women of all ages

• [00:03:40] – Integrative birthing practices that bridge medical and natural approaches

• [00:05:36] – The benefits of mobility and varied birthing positions during delivery

• [00:07:45] – Physiologic birth and reducing medical interventions during labor

• [00:10:48] – Handling birth emergencies with calm expertise

• [00:12:32] – Developing a strong prenatal partnership and the importance of birth planning

• [00:14:22] – Empowering women to advocate for themselves and embrace options

• [00:17:42] – Importance of family support, especially from partners and siblings

• [00:20:04] – Detailed postpartum care at Stellis Health, including physical and emotional support

• [00:27:30] – The midwives share memorable and impactful birth experiences