Welcome to the Village: How Prenatal Care and Midwifery Care Build Meaningful Pregnancy

Many parents face long waits, short visits, and limited access to real pregnancy support. It’s common to start this journey without clear pregnancy resources, consistent prenatal care, or a strong support system especially within traditional maternal health settings. In this very first episode of Village360’s Birthworks, midwife and community leader Tara Lawal joins host Jodilyn Owen to share a powerful alternative. Rooted in wrap-around care, Village 360 is a midwifery-led program that offers families a new model of support through group prenatal care, personalized midwifery care, and weekly prenatal classes held at the Rainier Valley birth center. This episode walks through the full experience, from the first visit of group prenatal care, and how each step includes space for questions, education, and emotional care. You’ll also learn how childbirth education, intentional parenting, and parenting support come to life in the community. You will leave with a better understanding of what true connection in care can feel like. Whether you're preparing for a holistic pregnancy or navigating a second or third birth experience, this episode offers a new way forward. Village360’s Birthworks is here to support you through every part of your perinatal care journey with people who care, in a space that welcomes you as you are.   Ready to connect or learn more? Visit myrvcc.org to explore our care options, upcoming prenatal classes, and community programs.   Have questions? Reach out anytime at [email protected], we’d love to hear from you.