Sarah Jane Swartz B.Sc (Hons) BMW RM

My path to midwifery began many years ago when I was invited to attend a midwifery appointment of a friend. We heard the baby's heartbeat right away and though she took it in stride, I was moved to tears! I am very privileged to have a career where I am able to bear witness to many of those moments in other people's lives, as well as help women become further empowered through care and knowledge.

Prior to becoming a midwife, I completed my first degree with specialization in life sciences and was later involved in research at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, working with moms and new babies and studying aspects of pregnancy and early infant development. I obtained my midwifery degree from UBC, where my training took me to both rural and urban communities around British Columbia, as well as in international settings.

Originally from Ontario, I grew up in the big city of Toronto, as well as in the country just south of Ottawa. Midwifery and the beautiful landscape brought me to BC. Though I am a country girl at heart, I am happy and excited to be a part of the wonderful and unique city of Vancouver. I enjoy exploring and playing outside any chance that I am given!