Birth Stories

“I have now had 2 homebirths with Terrie. My 1st son was born the day before her birthday, and I am so happy to have had her and he team with me through my first birth. My 2nd son came much more quickly. I didn’t even think it was real labor until Terrie said, “see…

“Dear Terrie, I wanted to write you a letter and let you know how thankful I am for everything you did at Maximus’s birth. I never imagined how different giving birth could be. I have been reflecting on it a lot and as hard as it was, I am just so thrilled that ultimately I…

“Gentle Harbor Midwifery is excellent! We had a great experience with the staff and facility! Thank you so much!”

“Had my first homebirth this week. What an amazing, gentle, and empowering experience. I would never want to have babies any other way. Terrie and the ladies that help her are caring, loving and compassionate.”

“I started with Gentle Harbor about halfway through my pregnancy. Since I had found out I was pregnant I knew I wanted to have a midwife and have my baby out of hospital. I had searched for birthing centers in the area and there weren’t very many options in Michigan. I was a bit disappointed…

“Absolute God send! I am so grateful to have the option of an out of hospital birth!”

“Terri was wonderful! She worked with my insurance company and was exactly what I needed during my long labor. She was patient, kind, and respectful during the entire process. Her birth assistant, Stephanie equally amazing. I highly recommend her services to any expecting mother considering a home birth or birth center!”

“Couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a better team of women. God send.”

“I can’t thank these awesome women enough! I couldn’t have had better support (perfect combo of letting me do my thing and helping redirect me/try a new position/etc). Such a relaxed pregnancy this go round knowing my provider was there to answer the pros and cons of available procedures and tests and help us determine…

“I’m not sure I’ll ever have the appropriate words to express how excellent my experience was with Terrie. From the very start- she listened to me. I mattered. She treated my entire family with love and respect- always including my other children during my prenatal appointments- making sure my husband was informed and confident, every…

“My baby girl was born this past weekend and I don’t think there are any words that could describe how amazing the experience was. It honestly was the best and our birth was literally beyond anything I expected. Our birth plan was followed 100% and it was still so much more than anything we could…

“Terrie is excellent! Going to her was absolutely the best decision!”

“Our VBAC home birth with Terrie was one of the highlights of our lives! From the moment we met her and her staff, they took care of our every question and need, giving us every possible option for our special birth. It was so comforting to have such a trusted staff during one of the…

“I received the most wonderful care from Terrie and Kim. Highly recommend if you’re looking for an amazing home birth experience.”