Education

Master of Nursing, Nurse Midwifery Specialty, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, 1980

Certification as Certified Nurse-Midwife by American College of Nurse Midwives, 1979

Bachelor of Science, Nursing, University of Texas Austin, 1975

Certified Breastfeeding Educator, Texas Department of Health, 2004

Current Infant and Adult CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation

Professional Associations

American College of Nurse Midwives

Consortium of Texas Certified Nurse Midwives (Past President 2004-2008)

Association of Texas Midwives

Midwives Alliance of North America

Coalition for Nurses in Advanced Practice (current Secretary)

Texans for Midwifery, Austin

Citizens for Midwifery

Heart of Texas Midwives

Office (512)445-3360
Fax (512)444-0385

About Mary

I am a certified nurse-midwife and registered nurse with 30 years experience. My work has been in homes, hospitals and birth centers. I have personally delivered over a thousand babies and have participated in the care of thousands more.

For the majority of women, life's changes are normal and need little interference. Professional midwifery care has a proven record of safety, and safety is paramount. I am watchful of the well being of the woman and her baby. I will refer or assist in transferring a client or her newborn to physician care when indicated. However, support, understanding & trust in the natural process of birth results in little need for medical intervention. I am very familiar with high tech's benefits when appropriate.

I respect individual, family, cultural and religious-spiritual differences and support women's freedom to express themselves. I take time for questions, discussions and attention during office and home visits. My emphasis is on preventing problems through education and helping women make decisions for themselves and their family. I believe the art of midwifery is expressed in being present, supportive and patient throughout pregnancy and birth and being a lifeguard when the need arises.

\ My husband Pete and I raised three children: Jesse, Luke, and Georgia. All were born at home with the help of midwives because we believe that was the safest and most appropriate care for our babies and ourselves.
I am a life-long Texan, but moved many times as a military kid. I lived two years in Okinawa, Japan. My greatest joys come from my home life with my family and friends, walking the trail at Lake Lady Bird, and swimming at Barton Springs. I have a spiritual calling to midwifery which is deeply rewarding.

I live near Zilker Park in Austin, Tx.