Make An Informed Choice
The Midwives Model of Care is to support a woman in her own ways of moving through pregnancy, labor, and birth. We work with her to promote a healthy pregnancy, and provide education to help her make informed decisions about her own care. Together , we carefully monitor the progress of the pregnancy and labor, and recommend appropriate action if complications arise. READ more >
Brynne Potter, CPM
Deren Bader, CPM, DrPH
About Brynne and Deren
We are licensed midwives providing home birth care to the Charlottesville, VA area. Ideally, giving birth is a joyful deeply personal experience which leaves a woman in awe of her own strength and in love with her baby. We are privileged to support women and their families through this experience. READ more >
In The News:
back to basics for better childbirth
The October 2008 issue of CONSUMER REPORTS examines US maternity care. As they compare "high tech vs high touch" the evidence concludes that "noninvasive measures can lead to better outcomes for baby and Mom". read more >
navel gazing in belize with maya massage
On February 13, 2009, Brynne wrote about her trip to Belize to become trained as a practitioner of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage. read more >