Deb Moser-Caley
About Me and My Care
Mica welcomes his new sister, Layla
My journey with birth began with the births of my now adult children; aged 31, 26, and 19. Each experience unique and crystal clear in my memory.
Midwifery called my name in 1984, when a dear friend announced she was pregnant, having a HomeBirth, and wanted me to “catch” her babe. Since then, I have been involved in birth to a greater, or lesser degree when Family needed me at home.
I’m an Herbalist, and enjoy using complimentary therapies when women wish to incorporate this in their care.
I have a holistic approach to midwifery, believing that each woman and her family/whanau have unique needs and wishes which can be responded to individually and respectfully.
An understanding of nutrition, inclusion of moderate excersize and antenatal education form the foundation of care I provide. Supporting families/whanau to feel confident throughout their childbirth journey helps launch parents into their new roles.
It is an honour to share the intimate experience of Birth.
Daughter Ana and Dan celebrate the arrival of Tyler Mekwan
Training and Experience
- I apprenticed with a group of midwives in Oregon (North America) in the 80′s.
- I attended Eastern Oregon State College where I trained as a nurse to gain a deeper understanding of the medical side of health care.
- Completed the Direct Entry Midwifery Programme at Otago Polytechnic in 1994.
- Herbal Medicine/Herb Pharm 1997
Area Covered
I am a Community Midwfe and as such am available to make home visits. I also hold clinic in my home in North Dunedin.
I am happy to travel one and one-half hours from Dunedin.
Availability
I limit the numbers of clients in my caseload to 3 births per month in order to offer quality and individualized care.
I plan my vacation time far in advance, and don’t book birthing women at that time.
How to Contact Me
Home Phone: (03) 473-1660
Cell Phone: 027-482-8727
To send me a message please use the form on the Contact Us page.
Kei te mihi, kei te mihi ki te wahine aataahua, he wahine mohio, he wahine miharo koe.
You are stunning, beautiful and very knowledgeable Deb, and all of these wonderful things ooze naturally from you out to all of us who are lucky to have you in our lives and sharing such powerful journeys.
You gave so much to our whanau and for that we are incredibly grateful. The birth of our 5th pepi (our third homebirth) was very special, but the journey leading up to Maio’s birth and post has also been special. We were able to be ourselves, have our birth, intertwine our strong cultural values and language and explore new techniques. You stayed by our side and sensitively supported myself, my partner and our tamariki. Kia ora e hoa.
Hi Deb – thought about looking you up on fb and see you here – so happy for you doing your good work.
love ,Anne