Hello
My name is Serena Basten Kachinsky, and I bring over two decades of bedside experience in emergency departments across the country to my midwifery practice. Most of my 20+ years were spent as a registered nurse, where I honed my skills and deepened my commitment to compassionate patient care.
My Story
My journey to midwifery is the realization of a lifelong dream inspired by my childhood. As a young girl, I idolized my aunt, a practicing OB/GYN, and spent countless hours pretending to “catch babies.” Baby-catching is in my blood; my paternal great-grandmother was a midwife in Appalachia, a legacy I proudly continue.
For me, midwifery is more than a profession; it is a calling to give meaning to life by supporting one of its most profound and universal experiences: birth. I believe every family deserves a compassionate and empowering journey into parenthood, rooted in respect and care.
Personal Experience
My personal birth experiences on The Farm in Summertown, TN, where I delivered my three children, were pivotal in shaping my passion for midwifery. The birth of my daughter, Claire Aspen, reignited her desire to support families through the transformative process of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.
While I cherished my career as an emergency department nurse, I am thrilled to now guide families through their own birthing journeys.
A firm believer in the power of physiological birth, I advocate for creating supportive, intervention-free environments where the natural process of birth can unfold safely.
I am also committed to working as an integrated part of the medical system, ensuring my clients receive evidence-based, culturally sensitive care.
I empower families with knowledge, resources, and data, allowing them to make informed decisions that align with their beliefs and values.