I cannot recommend Breath of Life Midwifery enough--truly 10000000% recommend…read more I birthed with them in 2017 and had a successful VBAC after 34 hours of fully supported labor. When I say supported, I mean in every way--emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I never once felt alone, dismissed, or unsure. Their presence is calm, confident, and deeply reassuring in a way that's hard to put into words unless you've experienced it. Since then, I've moved over 400 miles away, and during my most recent pregnancy, I genuinely considered traveling back just to be in their care again. That's how much trust and respect I have for this team. Hands down, it was the safest I have ever felt during any of my birth experiences. They are incredibly thorough, attentive, and prepared--they've truly thought of everything. You can tell they don't just do this work--they live it and care deeply about every family they serve. If you're considering midwifery care or a home birth, Breath of Life sets the standard. I'm forever grateful for the role they played in one of the most important experiences of my life.

From the owner: Breath of Life Midwifery provides care that is supportive, informative, and respectful to families…read morein Roanoke, the NRV, and surrounding areas. Our clients make decisions for their birth with support and evidence-based guidance. Because every mother, every baby, and every birth is different, there are no routine interventions or strict time limits. The strong relationships we build with families prenatally transform into lasting friendships well beyond the initial postpartum period. If this is what you are looking for, Breath of Life Midwifery may be right for you. We specialize in homebirth services for low risk families, but provide doula services, childbirth classes, breastfeeding support, well woman care, and more.

I have attended several births with Degra as a support person and have found her to be competent,…read moreloving, kind and responsive with a traditional midwifery style that I am happy to support. I am a senior/retired midwife and rarely see modern midwives, such as Degra, practicing in the traditional style that I look for in a home birth practitioner. She is up to date on medical knowledge and willing to use it when necessary, however, she screens her clients to fit into the protocols of safe home birth criteria. I can highly recommend her to anyone looking for a safe, compassionate and highly skilled maternity practitioner.

Degra offered really incredible care. She is experienced and knowledgeable. I felt very safe and…read morereassured by her throughout the pregnancy and birth. She is detailed and cares deeply for her patients and their babies. Her postpartum care was excellent.