Karen Forest

First let me say congratulations on your pregnancy! I am a mother to 2 primary school girls, married to a local High School Teacher and enjoy living and working in the Wairarapa. I have been a midwife for 20 years, 17 of those here in NZ. I feel as a midwife I am really privileged to work alongside you at this momentous time in your life. I aim to to support, empower, educate you and your partner and for us to actively participate in your pregnancy, labour, birth and the next 6 postnatal weeks together. I love working alongside women and their families, respecting that everyone brings their own unique experiences, hopes and dreams to the midwifery partnership. I have a strong belief that birth is a normal process, and this belief is based around my trust in the strength and ability of women and their bodies. I offer birth at home and also in Masterton hospital. I would love to share your amazing journey with you. I look forward to talking with you!