Midwives

Lisa Johnson, Christine Strothers, Leigh Fransen, and Damaris Pittman

Left to right: Lisa Johnson, LM; Christine Strothers, RN, LM, CPM; Leigh Fransen, LM, CPM; Damaris Pittman, LM, CPM

Photos courtesy Photo Lyrical Photography

Damaris Pittman, LM, CPM: I have been involved in midwifery for 20 years, since the birth of my second son at home. My husband Terry and I have 2 sons, Christian and Elias, both born with midwives. We live in Charlotte, NC, just a few minutes from the NC/SC border. Read more about Damaris Pittman

Lisa Johnson, LM: My journey as a midwife began with the birth of my third child under the care and guidance of a midwife in Florida, 13 years ago. Compared to the birth of my first two children which were fear based, extremely cold and medically managed, this was the most supernatural, empowering experience in my life! It completely changed my perception of the child-bearing process and how women should give birth. Read more about Lisa Johnson.

Christine Strothers, RN, IBCLC, LM, CPM: My journey to midwifery has taken many years. It began with working as a labor and delivery R.N. and then to being a certified doula (DONA), certified childbirth educator, and IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). I have learned so many amazing truths about women and their babies over those years. I continue to be enlightened by each birth.  I completed my midwifery education through Ancient Art Midwifery Institute and remain involved with AAMI as a staff member.  After completing my education and apprenticeship, I became a Licensed Midwife in South Carolina and a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). Read more about Christine Strothers.

Leigh Fransen, LM, CPM: I grew up in Charlotte, NC and have also lived in Texas, California, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Florida. In 2003 I gave birth to my first daughter in a hospital with the help of my husband, two doulas, a family practice doctor, and (to my shock!) no drugs or epidural. I was elated with my experience. I had grown up full of fear of natural birth. Once I found out the truth, that natural birth can be a beautiful and empowering experience, and that it is healthier for the mother and her baby, I wanted to share it with as many women as possible. Read more about Leigh Fransen.

South Carolina Midwives: All of our midwives are licensed by the state of South Carolina.