Status
Hawaiʻi
Rachel Curnel Struempf
Breastfeeding Support, Childbirth Education, Doula (Birth), Doula (Postpartum), Midwifery (licensed), Monitrice, Newborn Care, Nutrition and Herbs, Placenta Medicine, Vaginal Steaming
Service Details
Traditionally trained LM/CPM midwife practicing on Hawai'i island. Licensed in Hawai'i, and certified through the North American Registry of Midwives. Consierge midwifery services offered on Hawai'i island. Over 30 years of service to the birth community on Hawai'i island. Free consultation
Communities Served
Hawai'i Island - Hilo, Hawai'i Island - Kaʻū, Hawai'i Island - Kona, Hawai'i Island - Waimea
Location of Practice
Serving ohana island wide.
In Service Since
March 28, 2004
Serving Hawai'i Families Since
August 1, 1993
Experience
Attended first birth as a doula in 1993. Completed midwife training in 2004. In 2019 became a CPM, and served on Hawai'i Home Birth Taskforce. In 2020 became the first licensed midwife in Hawai'i. Currently I serve on the DCCA midwife Committee, as V.P. for HiHBC and on NARM complaints committee.
Community Birth Project
Classes & Group Offered
Monthly breastfeeding support meetings,
Private or group childbirth education classes,
Monthly mama baby meet ups
Community prenatal days
Rates of Service
Initial consultations are free. Breastfeeding support via text is free, (808)990-8025
Homebirth services are billed by a single universal fee for service.
Sliding scale fees, payment arangements, barter/trade considered.
A universal bill can be generated for those with PPO insurance coverage.
About the Provider
Gentle Beginnings provides full scope concierge midwifery services on Hawai'i island.