Services with Heirloom Midwifery, PLLC are provided by Mandy Toavs, LM, CPM. Her philosophy that birth is a normal life event that can be fulfilling and satisfying, along with her clinical understanding and personal knowledge, gives her a deep appreciation of the experiences women have during this time of life. One of her goals for her clients involves sharing evidence-based information to bring empowerment to decision making processes. Mandy has been a birth professional since 2001 and a Certified Professional Midwife since 2010. In 2008 Mandy participated in an internship serving primarily an Amish population in rural Wisconsin. She is a member of the Association of Texas Midwives and is certified in Bodywork for the Childbearing Year®, thereby offering massage therapy services as well. Mandy lives in east Austin with her husband and two children, both born at home with midwives.