These midwives work by the Gentlebirth Midwives philosophy of valuing normal birth and being hands off and respectful. On the few occasions I have a weekend off or a holiday, you will be assigned a particular back-up midwife who will have your notes and be responsible for you while I am away. 

If you phone and my message states I am unavailable, please either call back in ten minutes, or leave a message so I can return your call as soon as possible. If you cannot wait that long, then please phone the midwife who is listed on the message. Please ALWAYS listen to the full message on my phone before hanging up.