What are clients saying?

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  • “My wife and I wanted to do a home birth specifically for being able to chose how we wanted to experience the intimacy of our daughter's birth. We knew what type of experience we wanted and were so happy when we found Ashley of No Place Like Home Birth. She came to us highly recommended by other Midwives and we knew after our first visit that she was a perfect match for us. Ashley has the rare combination of being both extremely professional combined with being incredibly warm and kind. She asked us for our vision and what we were wanting and then shared how she thought we could make it happen. She answered all of our many questions along with offering recommendations for us to choose from thus empowering us to create what we wanted. I was very impressed with her knowledge, experience and meticulous attention to detail. She came to every visit well organized and would stay as long as needed to make sure we felt comfortable and confident in our plan. The day of the delivery was exactly what we had envisioned, surrounded by family and friends Ashley kept her focus on the well-being of my wife and baby through-out. She would make gentle suggestions from time to time to keep labor progressing. Our beautiful baby girl was born safely at home after Ashley's expert coaching encouragement. This was my wife's first home birth and she had gone into it doubting if she could do an unmedicated home birth but Ashley helped her believe in herself and remain confident and trusting that she in fact could. Ashley was calm, confident, gentle and decisive. Everything she said worked. I highly recommend Ashley Cavender for anyone wanting the intimate experience of a beautiful home birth where you feel supported through-out. She is amazing at what she does and is passionate about her work and her clients. She goes above and beyond to make sure you get the best possible care.”

    — H.S.

  • “I truly cannot say enough good things about Ashley Cavender and the EXCEPTIONAL care she provided to us. This was my first pregnancy, so my nervous husband and I were VERY picky about choosing a midwife. We wanted someone who was educated, certified, experienced, and professional. We wanted someone who had children of their own—who was motherly, calm, confident, organized, outgoing, open, honest, easy to talk to, and PASSIONATE about their profession. Although Ashley seems very young, she was ALL this and MORE. Her previous years of experience as an EMT definitely made my husband and I feel even more comfortable with our decision. She was nothing short of INCREDIBLE from beginning to end! Her website is beautiful, organized, and overflowing with information—a PERFECT reflection of Ashley, her business, and the care she provides. On top of providing at-home visits, she surprised us with little gifts such as pregnancy tea, electrolytes, nausea drops, and all kinds of prenatal and postpartum goodies! Supplements? Exercises? Doulas? Chiropractors? Pediatricians? Birth classes? Lactation classes? Books to read? Birth supplies and equipment? Birth photographers? Baby photographers? Baby wraps and carriers? Facebook groups? She had answers, resources, and kind recommendations for EVERY single question and concern we brought up—even the emotional or “silly” ones. She was friendly and flexible, NEVER rushed our appointments, and always took time to explain what was going on with my body and my baby. My husband and I ALWAYS felt understood, respected, supported, and COMPLETELY safe in her care. Ashley made pregnancy such a fun and exciting experience, with props, hands-on demonstrations, and even some fun baby belly art! And when it came time for labor, she even ordered a charcuterie board! She really goes the extra mile! Before, during, and after labor, I felt a LOT of emotions—but thanks to Ashley, fear was NOT one of them. After our sweet baby was born, she CONTINUED to check on us and make sure we were doing okay—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too. She also provided not one, not two, but THREE postpartum visits to check on both mommy and baby! Thanks to Ashley, my pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experiences were more special than I EVER could have IMAGINED and they have become some of my very FAVORITE memories — beautiful, calm, peaceful, and rewarding. We can’t WAIT to use her again! I don’t have words strong enough to express my GRATITUDE for Ashley. She brought SO much peace, wisdom, and JOY into EVERY part of the journey. My husband and I are both very EXCITED for next time! If you’re looking for a midwife who is truly present, deeply compassionate, and INCREDIBLY skilled, I cannot recommend Ashley Cavender enough. She has been a gift to our little family—and CERTAINLY will be for yours too. She will treat you with compassion, EMPOWER you with knowledge, and walk with you through one of the most sacred experiences of your life. I KNOW you will love her as MUCH as we do, and I wish you the VERY BEST on your pregnancy journey!”

    - M.G.

  • “My third daughter was actually my first homebirth. Homebirth was something I was interested in with my first, but my husband was more skeptical. After meeting with Ashley and her coworkers, he became more comfortable with moving forward. I'm so thankful for the time spent answering all of our questions, putting us at ease. Ashley has an easygoing and bubbly personality, and excelled at helping us come to the best decisions for us and our little one. This was especially helpful right after birth when she instructed me about the nuchal chord around baby’s neck. She was thorough during appointments in her explanations of symptoms and was knowledgeable along each step of the pregnancy and beyond! We never felt rushed or that we were asking too many questions. I had the perfect balance of support and allowing me to listen to my body during birth, and I couldn’t have asked for a better birth team 🩷 ”

    — M.W.

  • “Ashley was my doula since I was unable to have a home birth due to some medical issues. Her presence was such a blessing to me. She helped me communicate to hospital staff what I wanted and needed, spoke up for baby’s safety when necessary, helped me try different positions to get baby unstuck, made sure I stayed hydrated, and created a calm ambiance in the room with fairy lights. Her efforts made all the difference in how I felt about the birth postpartum. She took what would’ve otherwise been scary, walked with us through it, and helped us have a positive birth experience where we felt supported, safe, and heard.”

    — C.S.

  • “Ashley has been such an amazing presence at my birth for my second and third babies! I have a pretty difficult time when transitioning feeling like my body isn’t doing what it needs to do to birth my babies naturally but she is always there encouraging me and lifting up my spirit! I am so grateful to God for her.”

    — K.W.