Home Birth on the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia

Home Birth + Women’s Health

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Imagine giving birth safely, fully supported, on your own terms…in an intimate setting

And only with people who you know and trust.

Does that sound like a distant dream?

You barely know your care provider. Every time you go to a prenatal appointment, you see a different person. Do you even know who is going to be with you when your baby is born?

In the hospital system, expressing your needs can feel daunting and oftentimes goes unheard. You shouldn’t have to ask permission to eat or move in labor and you shouldn’t be limited to who and how many people you can have with you when your baby is born.

You know you want a natural birth, but at every turn there seems to be more rules.

At Being & Born, we are on a mission to give all women back their power through their birth process.

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Here’s how it works at Being & Born

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Tap into your body’s innate wisdom

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Learn how to nurture your mind, body & spirit

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Amplify your voice + embrace your inner strength

Meet your Midwife

Chloé French, CPM, LDEM, LM

For the past 15+ years, I have worked in home birth and women’s health as a licensed Certified Professional Midwife and home birth alchemist for families in Maryland and Virginia.

My passion started when I was just 7 years old when I read my first birth book. At 9 years old, I was sneakily studying up on how to catch a baby just in case my pregnant mother went into labor. And when I was 16 I met my first midwives and that’s when I truly fell in love and knew this was my path.

Since then, I have accompanied hundreds of families through the transformation that is pregnancy, birth, and postpartum whether in hospitals, birth centers, or at home-- from snowy Michigan to a West Texas desert to our own Delmarva Peninsula.

Whether this is your first baby or your seventh, it is my joy to support you on your journey.

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"I love my birth so much! I’ve never felt so held and well taken care of. So supported. I’m so grateful that Chloe has made home birth accessible to everyone. I’m grateful for the sweet strong energy she brought to my home. She is truly an expert at helping women birth babies!! I felt so safe in her care and got to birth my way…I couldn’t recommend Chloe more. She is a phenomenal midwife and such a comfortable person to be with."

Jenn H.
"What a sweet supportive soul! She was exactly what my heart needed during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum!"

Blaire H.
“Where to start? Chloé is such a knowledgeable, patient, and calm presence in any situation that it was no surprise that she is an incredible support during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period….She is an excellent listener who respects and honors your wishes. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a top notch midwife.”

Catherine F.
"My husband and 3 year old daughter came to all the prenatal appointments and were included in my care. My daughter actually refers to Chloe as one of her friends now! My husband loved how involved he was able to be during this pregnancy. Throughout my care, I felt heard, respected, and educated. Chloe always responded to my texts/phone calls in a good timeframe. By the end of my pregnancy, Chloe had become part of the family. We would recommend her to anyone who is wishing to have a home birth experience."

Margaret C.
"Thank you Chloe for your unwavering support from day one. I was able to achieve my dream “pain-free” home birth thanks to your belief in me and your knowledge. This experience is one I will never forget. I am forever grateful for our time together."

Mariah H.
"[During the birth,] I was in my zone and finally came back to earth when Chloe told me to reach for my baby. I found a new love in my heart for my husband and gave birth to our beautiful healthy baby. I couldn’t have planned a better birth surrounded by my family….Thank you Chloe for being a wonderful midwife and friend! I loved every minute of it and would do it all over again tomorrow if I could."

Jenny M.
"I’ve never met a more caring and supportive provider. Chloe went out of her way to make sure I felt truly supported throughout my entire pregnancy. There was no anxiety or stress walking into her office. It never felt rushed and I always left feeling calm and truly empowered."

Kaitlyn J.
"I felt Chloe’s passion for birth right from the start and knew that I needed to hire her as my midwife. My husband and I told her what kind of birth we wanted (low key, intimate, hands off) and that’s exactly what we got and so much more. I felt completely safe in her care. If you’re on the hunt for a midwife, your search is over. Chloe is the one!"

Whitney E.
"If you’re thinking about home birth on Delmarva, then look no further than Chloe! Her knowledge, experience, and care isn’t found in a hospital setting. Both of my pregnancies and home births were monitored and attended by Chloe and everything went smoothly. She doesn’t miss an assessment. If you desire freedom of choice, she’s your midwife! Our bodies were built for this - you CAN do it! Call her to see if it’s a good fit - no strings attached."

Emily N.

Be Birth Ready

Curious about home birth but feeling unsure? Take charge of your birth journey with our free Home Birth Myths vs. Facts Guide, and discover the truth about home birth and the expert care midwives provide. Empower yourself with real facts and explore if home birth is the beautiful, empowering choice for you and your family.

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