As a Mercer Island newborn photographer, I’ve met so many incredible families who are navigating the journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Every family’s experience is unique, and having the right support can make all the difference. Northshore Midwives & Lactation Consulting is one of the most trusted names in midwifery care in the greater Seattle area, offering personalized, holistic services that help families feel empowered throughout pregnancy and beyond.
15620 NE Woodinville Duvall Pl, Woodinville, WA 98072
Northshore Midwives & Lactation Consulting is dedicated to providing comprehensive midwifery care with a strong emphasis on individualized support. This practice is built on the philosophy that every birth experience should be respected, honored, and guided by the informed choices of the birthing parent. The midwives at Northshore take a hands-on, relationship-based approach, ensuring that families feel heard, supported, and confident at every stage of pregnancy and postpartum.
Northshore Midwives & Lactation Consulting offers a full range of services designed to support families from pregnancy through the postpartum period. Their midwifery care includes prenatal visits, home birth and birth center support, and postpartum follow-up, ensuring continuity of care with the same trusted provider. Their lactation consulting services are led by Andrea, the only licensed midwife in Washington who is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Families receive expert guidance in breastfeeding, troubleshooting common challenges, and ensuring both parent and baby are thriving.
For those looking for additional support, doula services are available for birth and postpartum. They offer emotional and physical care regardless of the chosen birth setting. Northshore Midwives also provides childbirth education classes, helping expectant parents feel prepared and informed about the labor and postpartum experience.
What makes Northshore Midwives & Lactation Consulting truly unique is its holistic approach to care. Two of the midwives, Sadie and Ashley, trained as clinical herbalists. So, they specialize in herbal medicine for pregnancy and postpartum, offering natural remedies that support overall wellness. This additional expertise allows families to incorporate herbal medicine into their care plan in a safe, informed way.
Beyond its core services, the practice deeply invests in personalized birth experiences, ensuring that families receive guidance and support that align with their values. Whether it’s a water birth at home, a birth center experience, or a postpartum recovery plan tailored to individual needs, Northshore Midwives prioritizes care that is as unique as each family.
Finding the right care during pregnancy and postpartum is essential, and Northshore Midwives & Lactation Consulting provides an unmatched level of support for families in Woodinville and the greater Seattle area. Their commitment to holistic, evidence-based care ensures that every parent feels informed, respected, and empowered throughout their journey.
Welcoming a baby is one of the most beautiful transitions in life, and capturing these moments is something I’m incredibly passionate about. Whether you’re expecting your first baby or growing your family, maternity and newborn portraits are a wonderful way to preserve this special time. If you’re looking for a Seattle-area photographer who will document your journey with warmth and authenticity, I’d love to connect—let’s create something beautiful together!