Circle of Life Midwifery

Holistic Homebirth & Wellness Care for Birth and Beyond in Connecticut

Where your birth is honored, your choices are respected, and your family is supported—every step of the way. With over 24 years of experience and more than 1,400 babies welcomed, we offer personalized, holistic homebirth care across Connecticut.

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Why Families Choose Our Midwifery Services

Unparalleled Experience

Over two decades of expertise in out-of-hospital birth, supporting families through natural childbirth experiences.

Holistic Approach

Trauma-informed care that honors your intuition and values, treating the whole person throughout your pregnancy journey.

Continuity of Care

Comprehensive support from early pregnancy through postpartum recovery, mental health support, building trust and connection.

Water Birth Options

Birth tub and water birth support offering natural pain relief and gentle transition for baby.

Comprehensive Homebirth Services

Prenatal Care

Extended and comprehensive visits, labs drawn in office, with ample time to address all your questions and concerns.

Labor and Birth

Expert support from a certified professional midwife in your familiar surroundings, allowing you to move freely and follow your body's cues.

Postpartum Support

In-home care after birth, including newborn checkups, breastfeeding guidance, and emotional support for your entire family.

Educational Resources

Personalized guidance and evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions throughout your journey.

Meet Joni Stone, MA, CPM




Founder, Circle of Life Midwifery

For over two decades, I’ve had the sacred privilege of supporting families through the deeply personal journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. As a Certified Professional Midwife, I’ve attended more than 1,400 births and built a practice centered on trust, respect, and informed choice.


I founded Circle of Life Midwifery to provide compassionate, family-centered home birth care that honors both the physiology of birth and the emotional and spiritual dimensions of becoming a parent. My care is rooted in traditional midwifery wisdom, supported by evidence-based practices, and delivered with unwavering presence.

I hold a master’s degree in psychology and education from Columbia University, and bring a trauma-informed, emotionally attuned approach to every interaction. Over the years, I’ve also taught and mentored many aspiring midwives and students, a role I cherish deeply as part of the broader calling to preserve and grow the midwifery model of care.

I am married and a proud mother to two grown sons and a young daughter. My own motherhood journey continues to evolve and has shown me that we never fully know where this path will lead us. I meet every family with that awareness—ready to listen, to support, and to walk beside you with humility and love.

I serve families throughout Connecticut with personalized prenatal care, home birth, postpartum support, and newborn care. My practice is intentionally small so that I can offer the depth of care each family deserves.


Birth is a Sacred, Natural Process

Safe Space

Create a birth environment where you feel secure, comfortable, and in control of your experience.

Respected Choices

Your preferences and decisions are honored throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.

Skilled Support

Receive expert guidance from professionals who believe in your body's innate wisdom.

Empowered Journey

Emerge from your birth experience feeling strong, capable, and deeply connected to your baby.



What to Expect With Home Birth Care

Initial Consultation

Meet with our midwifery team to discuss your health history, birth preferences, and answer all your questions about home birth.

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Prenatal Care

Enjoy unhurried prenatal visits lasting 60 minutes, focusing on your physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

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Birth Preparation

Receive guidance on preparing your home, gathering supplies, and creating your ideal birth environment as your due date approaches.

Labor and Birth

Experience skilled, attentive support throughout labor with continuous monitoring of both you and your baby's wellbeing.

Postpartum Care

Benefit from multiple home visits in the days after birth to support recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care.

Common Questions About Homebirth

Is home birth safe?

For low-risk pregnancies, research shows that planned home births with qualified midwives are as safe (or safer) as hospital births. We carefully screen all clients and have clear transfer protocols in place if medical intervention becomes necessary.

What about insurance coverage?

We are out-of-network providers, so coverage depends on your plan's out-of-network benefits. We work with a billing service to help you navigate insurance billing and maximize your reimbursement. However, we do require payment out-of-pocket for our services, and insurance reimbursement would come to you after care is provided.

What if complications arise?

Our midwives are trained to identify potential issues early. It is incredibly rare for low-risk women to experience emergencies requiring immediate transport. We carry emergency equipment and always have transfer plans in place with local hospitals if transfer becomes necessary. Most transfers are non-emergent and done with ample time.

Can I have a water birth at home?

Absolutely! You may rent a birth tub or use your own tub at home. At the home visit we will discuss the best place for it be in your home.

Begin Your Homebirth Journey Today

24+

Years of Experience

Decades of dedicated midwifery practice serving Connecticut families

1,400+

Births Attended

Babies welcomed into the world with skilled, compassionate care

98%

Client Satisfaction

Families who would choose our midwifery services again

At Circle of Life Midwifery, we create an inclusive, affirming space for all types of families. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how our experienced team can support your vision for a beautiful home birth experience.

Our Office

Visit our beautiful office space located in the East Rock Neighborhood of New Haven:

Our welcoming reception area

Calm, home-like environment for visits

Contact Information

Address: East Rock Wellness

493 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511

parking lot in the back of the building

Phone: 203-548-0388