Midwifery near Seattle, WA

Biography: As a certified nurse-midwife, Amy believes in patient centered, individualized care with a focus on normal birth. She assumes a holistic, evidence-based approach to women's health and birth, and shares this with women and families to help guide them to a safe and satisfyingpregnancy, birth, and beyond. With an appreciation for what makes each woman unique, she works toward a partnership with women and families, protection of normal, appropriate use of interventions when necessary, and a healthy collaboration with other members of a woman's health care team.

Biography: Emily Johnson, MSN is a Midwife who practices in Seattle, WA. Emily Johnson, MSN is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Suzanne Wilson, CNM, ARNP, offers compassionate care for women across their lifespan, from adolescence and first birth to menopause and beyond. Suzanne provides complete, evidence-based information to women and their families so they may make informed, empowered decisions.

Care Philosophy: As a Nurse Midwife, I strongly believe in preventative care and education of my patients. I encourage all my patients to actively participate in their care and health. I strive to meet the individual needs of each and every person. I greatly enjoy providing care to women of all ages and to support them through all the transitions in their lives.

Care Philosophy: Roda Scego, CNM, ARNP, DNP, is a certified nurse midwife who cares for women from adolescence to menopause, as well as infants up to one month of age. She has more than 15 years of labor and delivery experience. Roda works in partnership with her patients to ensure their health and safety while providing culturally competent care. She finds it personally gratifying to support women during pregnancy. Her goal is to empower women to trust their own natural abilities and to harness their inner strength when giving birth. Roda is a member of the Somali Health Board Perinatal Committee and the first Somali-speaking women's health provider in Seattle.

Care Philosophy: Molly Carroll, CNM, provides full-spectrum midwifery care throughout the reproductive lifespan, including gynecology, family planning, prenatal and postpartum care, labor and birth, and menopause care. Her approach is holistic and trauma- informed, focusing on learning about her patient's life experiences and goals, and building a partnership based on trust, understanding and respect. As a midwife, Molly believes pregnancy and birth are normal life processes, and that the way people experience these life events is important. She believes people have the right to make their own decisions about their bodies, and that it is her role to provide a safe care environment, give accurate, stigma-free information, and tailor care to individual needs. Molly is a member of the American College of Nurse Midwives. Away from work, Molly enjoys backpacking and gardening.

Care Philosophy: Jenna Noelke, CNM, provides individualized, full-spectrum midwifery care across the lifespan. Prior to becoming a midwife, Jenna was a birth doula and childbirth educator for over 10 years. She draws from these experiences to enhance her clinical skills as a midwife. Jenna strives to bring kindness and compassion to every interaction so patients feel seen, heard and fully supported. She loves getting to know her patients as individuals so she can offer the tailored care they are seeking. She trusts women and families to make the best decisions for themselves and she is ready to support them on their health care journeys. Jenna is a member of the American College of Nurse Midwives. Away from work, Jenna enjoys swimming at her favorite river spot, morning cuddles with her kitty, and traveling with her husband.

Biography: Molly Tollefson, CNM, ARNP, offers personalized midwifery care to people of all ages. She understands that patients are whole people who are experts in their own lives. She provides evidence-based information to support them in making choices that are best for themselves and their families. Molly is honored to be a part of each baby's journey into the world, and she strives to provide a safe and joyful birth experience. _x000D_ Molly is a member of the American College of Nurse Midwives and is a certified lactation counselor. _x000D_ Outside of work, Molly enjoys hiking, running and having living room dance parties with her husband and kids.