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Comment on Donna Rarey: Midwife by Heart

Heart — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:49:33 +0000

I am so inspired by this interview and video. Thank you Donna for sharing your passion, gift and soul, not only in this piece, but with women, babies and families in our community.

Comment on Kathy Gray: The Miracle Child by jane shashy

jane shashy — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:20:30 +0000

We are so proud of Kathy and her accomplishments and of her mom, Betty. It was such a pleasure to know her and her mom and the very special work they have done over the years. It was wonderful experience to work with the chldren at mtra when they were here in Ocala. jane shashy and dr. f.g. day.

Comment on Donna Rarey: Midwife by Bill Bartmann

Bill Bartmann — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:52:18 +0000

Excellent site, keep up the good work

Comment on Donna Rarey: Midwife by Mary Bennett

Mary Bennett — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:46:37 +0000

Beautiful story that captures the essence of midwifery. I had the pleasure of being at home with the care of Jessica and Lynne during my very first and very long labor at home. I ended up transferring for a c-section after being stalled at 8 cm for hours but wouldn’t have traded my home birth experience. It was amazing because I was totally supported and left to listen to what my body needed to do. Even with transferring to shands AGH I knew it was okay. My care with midwives during my first and second pregnancies was far superior to my care with my wonderful obstetrician. Midwives guide women through physical, emotional and spiritual transitions of pregnancy and parenting. Midwives and doulas should be the standard for pregnant, birthing and postpartum women. We are fortunate to be in a place where we have skilled OBs, perinatologists and neonatologists when needed but that reliance on medical technology has turned nearly every birth from a normal biological event to an emergency waiting to happen. God bless our midwives who are continual witnesses to the miracle and mystery of birth. What an amazing gift.

Comment on Kevin Bogle: The Natural Teacher by joshua lederman

joshua lederman — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:37:25 +0000

I first met Kevin way back in the early 90’s when he sat in on the shakuhachi with a band I was playing with at the Market Street Pub. Kevin is also a dedicated classical guitarist and I remember being blown away by his playing. And he’s just a great guy so thanks for giving him due recognition in this article.

Comment on Donna Rarey: Midwife by Tara Ross

Tara Ross — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 01:56:34 +0000

I’ve had 3 hospital births and chose to try water birth with my 4th and final baby. Speaking over the phone and then finally meeting Donna put all my fears to rest.

Comment on Donna Rarey: Midwife by Jane Houston

Jane Houston — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 01:40:10 +0000

Beautiful profile, you are awesome!

Comment on Kelly Atkins: Actress by george

george — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 03:34:26 +0000

she’s right! from now, i will demand people clap at the end of my job day.

Comment on Donna Rarey: Midwife by Becky R

Becky R — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:25:12 +0000

Donna & Jessica delivered our 5th baby almost 6 years ago now. I’ve had 3 hospital births, a birthing center birth, and finally a home birth. The home birth, with Donna & Jessica attending, was the most peaceful, sweet experience of them all! They were warm, capable, and a joy to have around for such an amazing, special occasion. I encourage couples to consider home birth–it’s so beautiful and private!

Comment on Kathy Gray: The Miracle Child by Vicki Gainey

Vicki Gainey — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:36:49 +0000

What an inspiration ! My 16 y old son who has Asperger Syndrome on the Autism Spectrum took therapeutic riding lessons when he was little….long journey, but now he is a starting offensive and defensive lineman on our high school football team ! What a great article…people need to know the miracles that happen !