Hi, I’m Bethany Crowther.
It was 10pm and my baby was coming. At home. In my bathroom. With the midwife on the phone.
On the one hand, this was not an emergency. I had prepared for this. I had taken the hypnobirthing classes. I had already attended a few births. I had read a few (pain-free) birth stories.
On the other hand, I may have been a little overconfident.
My sister, acting as doula, wasn’t actually expecting to be the only attendant when my baby arrived.
My mother, standing on the driveway waiting to signal the midwife down and rush her in, didn’t know I was suddenly wishing she were inside holding my hand instead.
My husband, with no football background, was geared up exactly like a quarterback: prepared to receive.
My brain, not realizing this would detract from the experience, spiraled into an existential crisis.
My baby, unaware she would obliterate that existential crisis, pushed her way into the world at 10:03.
Having my first labor last somewhere around the 36 hour mark really ended in a spectacular TV worthy drama when I condense those last moments like that. But the experience culminated in the most calm climax: climbing into my own bed, holding my own baby, being taken care of like the Queen of Sheeba, and sleeping through the night without any nurses or doctors coming to check in on me, lights shining under the door, or machines going, “BING!” We had created an experience so surreal that it took me a week to realize I loved it, would rate it 10/10, and would be doing it again.
MY WHY
Being there for other women, helping them prepare for their births, supporting and lifting them through those most intense moments of life, and watching them claim the ultimate joy of motherhood has become a natural high for me. I want every opportunity to help you obtain your dreams of a beautiful birth. TV drama worthy or calm and collected. If you want to laugh your baby out I will crack jokes until you have that baby (or you change your mind, whichever comes first). If you want to revel in the glory of sharing this motherhood experience with all the grandmas who came before you, I will hold that space reverently while counter-pressuring you for all I’m worth. Whatever atmosphere you hope to inculcate for the once-in-a-lifetime experience of birth, I want to be on your page and be your advocate to make it happen.
*Trained by Melissa Chappell Songbird Maternity 2023
*Fertility Awareness Enthusiast
PHilosophy and approach
Created For Birth
We are created to birth our babies into this world. That process is more than just an event- it is a transformation. I carry this philosophy at the core of my approach. I believe in the innate strength within every woman, and my role is to guide and empower you, alongside the rest of your birth team, on your unique journey.
Combat fear with faith
Fear causes tension, tension leads to pain. When we face our fear, we replace it with FAITH, which allows us to relax and allow.
We emerge stronger and more resilient. Birth, with all its uncertainties and challenges, provides a crucial opportunity for personal growth.
Collaborative Effort
I value the essential role that partners, grandmothers, sisters and others play. My doula support extends beyond the individual, creating a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of unity and believe it or not, FUN.
Empowerment
You are in in the drivers seat, I am the navigator. I love supporting your birth plan and empowering you to advocate for your choices. I provide knowledgeable guidance and suggestions throughout.
When we give birth, we can realize just how powerful we are. This strength carries with us throughout our lives and motherhood.