Welcome!

We are a home birth and office birth practice nestled in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Our practice prefers to maintain a small client load, serving one to three women a month. This enables us to give very individualized, intimate community care.

 

Midwifery-led care means community care. We build relationships and work together in your maternity care; with shared electronic birth record and all in house lab work and ultrasounds (when indicated or desired).

 

We are here to support you and see that you have informed decision making throughout the maternity care, birth and postpartum period. Evidence-based care is our priority, as we work together with preparations, and preventative measures to ensure a great outcome.

I chose the Certified Professional Midwife credential because it encompasses the art and science of the work and calling of a midwife. This credential is not legal in all states yet, but is the only credential that specializes in out-of-hospital birth. We also only take low-risk women and refer them on to OB when needed or necessary. We also screen clients before accepting them into care – to make sure we are a good fit for them, and they are a good fit for us.

What is a Certified Professional Midwife?

A  Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) is a knowledgeable, skilled and professional independent midwifery practitioner who has met the standards for certification set by the North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) and is qualified to provide the Midwives Model of Care. The CPM is the only midwifery credential that requires knowledge about and experience in out-of-hospital settings.

Most CPMs own or work in private home or birth center based practices throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Providing continuous care for women throughout their childbearing cycle, CPMs generally carry a relatively low client load (averaging 3-6 births per month) which allows for more personalized and comprehensive care than typical obstetrical practices. The scope of practice of the CPM is derived from the NARM Job Analysis, state laws and regulations, and individual practice guidelines developed by each midwife according to her skills and knowledge.

– North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)

A peek at our Cottage

Events

January 17-18, 2025

Middletown, VA

March 21-22, 2025

Middletown, VA

April 7-8, 2025

Middletown, VA

May 16-18, 2025

Bluemont, VA

A Retreat for Birth Workers

September 12-14, 2025 | Bluemont, VA

Grace Midwifery Partners

Postpartum Services – Crowning Birth – Thermography Scans

Pre/Postnatal Massage – Natural Pediatrician – Charis Childbirth

Blessing God’s Way and Grace Midwifery founder Doran Richards was recently featured on the Moved by Grace Radio podcast and the Great Big Yes! podcast.

Listen in as Doran and Anna Marie discuss all things ministry and community work.

Listen in as Doran and Sue discuss how the phases and cycles of womanhood are blessings to us, God’s way. 

Encouragement for Mommas

by Alex Craven | Read by Doran Richards

Testimonials

“We will have had all three of our children (one on the way) with Doran and her team. Their care and guidance leaves us feeling loved, supported, and prepared in health and spirit for the big day. Perhaps one of the team’s greatest gifts is that they will answer your text or phone call, even in the middle of the night. We will continue to use Grace Midwifery for our future children as well.”

– Valerie and Frank –

“There aren’t enough good things to say about Doran and the other amazing ladies at Grace Midwifery! The level of care that I and my daughter have received, as well as support for my husband and son too, are absolutely unparalleled. It was completely unlike my OB experience and that was exactly the goal. I totally credit my wonderful, healthy pregnancy and easy birth with the knowledge and support that these ladies gave me.”

– Taylor and Brent –

“Doran and the Grace Midwifery team are incredible. They helped is to be more informed and more excited about the whole birthing process. They were a constant encouragement and gave us the highest quality of care throughout the entire process. These women embody the word “doula,” and they have true servant’s hearts.”

– Lex and Sarah – 

We are thrilled to announce that
our new book is available for purchase on Amazon and directly from Doran!

The Blessings of Maidenhood, Maternity & Menopause

is a clarion call to women everywhere. Doran Richards shares her knowledge and passion for women to change the tide of negativity in our churches, communities and culture with regards to women’s bodies, phases, and cycles. What is often lost to many, ignored, or steeped in deep-rooted cultural deceptions and negativity, is the exhortation to look once again to our Creator, His design, and His purpose. Doing so brings a welcome understanding of the physiological truth, spiritual significance, and a call to action is so desperately needed among women of today.

About the Author

Doran’s love and passion is helping women see that all phases and cycles of womanhood are blessings to us, God’s way. She has created resources and tools to help women embrace how our Creator has fearfully & wonderfully made their bodies. She is a Certified Professional Midwife serving women and their families through maternity, birth, and postpartum. She also is the author of a curriculum for girls titled Maidens by His Design. She is a speaker and has been to several international locations where she has used her gifts and passion for holistic women’s health. She is also a Shepherd for the Northeast Region for Holy Yoga Instructors. Her yoga training includes: Trauma, Pre/Post Natal, and Yin. She holds a Masters in her yoga certifications.

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