My name is Susan Kennedy and I am a mother of two young boys in Louisville, KY. We moved to Louisville, my husband’s home town, shortly after the birth of my first son 6 years ago. I was pleased with Louisville’s independent spirit, its friendly community of like-minded mamas, and the prevalence of neighborhood parks and yoga studios. In the four years between my first son’s birth and my second pregnancy, I heard little about midwifery in Kentucky. After searching…
My name is Jennifer Olliges. I was born and raised in Louisville, KY, where I currently live with my partner and our three girls, two of which were born at home. Right now I am grateful to be able to be at home with my children, doing things I love like baking, cooking, gardening, hiking and teaching my girls about the slow, simple, joyful things in life. I received my midwifery education in El Paso, TX, and after meeting my man…
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…