Patricia Couch, CPM, LM
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I’m Patricia Couch, CPM, LM — a Certified Professional Midwife, a Michigan Licensed Midwife, herbalist, and integrative health coach. I support the natural process of birth with a holistic approach, offering personalized homebirth midwifery care that honors each family’s unique journey. I currently serve families across Washtenaw, Jackson, Livingston, Lenawee, Ingham, Calhoun, Hillsdale, Monroe, Wayne, and Oakland counties.
Since beginning my work as a midwife in 2006, I’ve attended over 1,400 births. I believe deeply in gentle birth—supporting minimal interventions and creating a calm, nurturing environment. I specialize in waterbirth and hold a strong belief that babies deserve to be welcomed gently into the world.
As an herbalist and integrative health coach, I blend natural remedies and lifestyle support with midwifery care. I encourage mindful, nourishing choices throughout pregnancy and postpartum, offering comprehensive, kind, and empowering prenatal support.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of mentoring and training doulas and midwives, helping to guide and support the next generation of birth workers. I’ve also contributed to midwifery education through teaching and writing for Midwifery Today.
My midwifery path has taken me beyond the U.S. to Haiti and Mexico. I speak intermediate Haitian Creole (li pale kreyòl ayisyen), which allows me to stay connected with the families and colleagues I’ve worked with in Haiti. I’m also a co-founder of MamaBaby Haiti, a nonprofit birth center offering free maternal care. I’ve served on the board of MamaBaby Haiti as well as the Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers (CABC), advocating for safe, accessible, and respectful care around the world.
My philosophy is centered around individualized care, informed choice, and creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for all families. I believe in the innate wisdom of the body and the spiritual depth of birth. For me, midwifery is both a calling and a sacred responsibility.
If you’re seeking a peaceful, supported, and empowering homebirth, I would be honored to walk alongside you. With warmth, experience, and deep trust in birth, I offer holistic midwifery care tailored to your story. Whether you’re welcoming your first baby or growing your family, I’m here to help you feel confident, safe, and nurtured every step of the way.
Let’s talk about how I can support your birth journey.
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