Welcome to Ancient Paths Midwifery located in Chino Hills and serving the surrounding Southern California areas. At its heart, the philosophy of midwifery assumes that birth is a safe, normal and beautiful process. Midwives know that pregnant and birthing women are not sick, that birth is not inherently dangerous, and that new babies are safest in their mother's care. Midwives respect pregnancy and birth as an important, life-changing event in a woman's life and that women remember the details of their births for the rest of their lives. Babies too, are unconsciously affected by their birth experience, even into their adult lives. In order for a pregnant woman and her child to have a peaceful birth experience and the respect which they are entitled, the mother must have an attendant who truly listens to her and honors her choices. Midwives are present for the purpose of offering their experience and encouragement, not to command the birthing woman through the process of birth. Midwives value the human aspect of care and know the special moments of birth don’t have to be sacrificed for safety. It is in the mode of midwifery that women and babies, pregnancy and birth are nurtured and treated with respect and love. These ideals of midwifery are the good ways that are the foundation for Ancient Paths Midwifery!