I’m Kelli Haywood a mother of three daughters from the mountains of southeastern Kentucky and a KHBC volunteer. My third daughter was born at home almost a year ago now. My journey to homebirth was a long one. When I became pregnant the first time, I knew I wanted the care of a midwife. I had been a support person for my sister’s unmedicated childbirth attended by a certified nurse midwife in the hospital. It was so empowering for my…
Thanks to Susan for sharing this great story about the 2011 Kentucky home birth of Rider in Louisville. ——————– As a neuroscientist and a college science instructor, I firmly believe that knowledge is power. I try to make decisions only after considering all available evidence. When I became pregnant with my first child, I read all of the information I could find on pregnancy and birth. After reading hundreds of peer-reviewed articles in medical journals, books, and websites, I chose…
My name is Mary Lynn Duke. I grew up in Owensboro, Ky and currently reside in Scottsville, KY with my husband Les Brown. We live on Brown Farms where we tend to cows, pigs, and our chemical free produce. I also work part time as a courier, mow yards for family, and I am a Placenta Encapsulation Specialist through Placenta Benefits. I am working towards certification as a Lamaze childbirth educator so that I can help educate the women of Southern KY on their birthing options. Currently I assist…