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Shannon Purpuri

LICENSED MIDWIFE & CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL MIDWIFE

I have been dedicated to the art and science of birth since 1993. What began as an apprenticeship with a dear mentor evolved into a lifelong mission to support families.

In 2012, I became a Licensed Midwife in California after graduating from the National Midwifery Institute, bringing decades of hands-on experience to my formal education.

Physiologic labor is how I approach birth.  By incorporating gentle breathing practices, affirmation and visualization to my care, this optimizes relaxation, fetal positioning and pelvic health, to ensure your body is as prepared and resilient as your mind.

Safety in birth comes from a deep understanding of the body’s wisdom and normal physiology. My practice integrates clinical midwifery with a holistic approach to support you from preconception through postpartum.

​​Our bodies possess an innate intelligence. By honoring this wisdom and prioritizing layers of supportive care throughout your pregnancy, you minimize the need for intervention and create the foundation for a safe, empowering birth at home.

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Midwifery Training & Experience
 

Licenses & Certifications

  • Licensed Midwife - Medical Board of California

  • Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) - North American Registry of Midwives​

  • Current Neonatal Resuscitation & CPR

 

Education

  • National Midwifery Institute

  • Hypnobirthing Educator

  • Maya Abdominal Therapy

  • Holistic Pelvic Care

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"When I met Shannon I just knew she was going to be my midwife.   Positive, professional, empathetic, funny, wise and filled with the spirit of aloha. She softened and dissolved all of my worries, concerns and fears."

Interested in  the kind of care we offer?

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Embrace the birth experience that's uniquely your own with trusted midwives in Santa Cruz County. Mahina Midwifery helps navigate your journey with expert guidance and unwavering support for an empowering homebirth.

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808. 333. 2909

702 Soquel Ave Suite F

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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