“There's been a lot on social media about Black Maternal Health, and as I read the stories and testimonies, it reminds me of my own maternity stories. I am an African American mom of three; my first two births were c-sections. My first... was for "failure to progress" while my second was because
(we) were scared into believing I could die if I tried to birth my baby vaginally.
My final pregnancy was deemed "geriatric" but Ashlee saw past that, my race, and my two previous c-sections. She encouraged me, supported me, and eased my husband's and my fears. She gave me the chance to push my baby out, and I did!”
- G. Z., Virginia
“I always felt that during visits with her, she cared about the emotional connection as much as about the medical care and that is invaluable to me.”
“Not only do I trust Ashlee with her care and advice, my husband feels the same way. Pregnant with baby #3, I am so excited to be her first (MidwifeBLUE) client! She is an exceptional midwife and I cannot imagine any other person by my side.
- K.H., Arlington, VA
“Ashlee made me feel valued and never a burden. She listened patiently and helped me to figure out what steps I needed to take to make sure I provided myself with the best care.””
