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Elena is truly passionate about the beautiful and transformative journey of childbirth. With her trauma-informed approach, she ensures that every birthing person feels safe, understood, and empowered. She sees her role as a midwife as a profound honor, and her enthusiasm is evident in every interaction.
With over 20 years of experience and having assisted in the birth of more than 1200 babies across diverse settings—ranging from bustling hospitals in Chicago and San Francisco to a birth center in Texas—Elena brings a wealth of knowledge to her work. Before joining Millie, she successfully led a home birth practice in the Bay Area for 8 years. Now, at Millie, she gets to blend all her learnings into one nurturing space.
Elena is also actively involved in local and state initiatives aimed at improving access to quality midwifery care, particularly for racially diverse communities, to combat health disparities caused by structural racism. In her downtime, she loves hiking, gardening, cooking, and exploring the world with her daughter.
She holds a Master’s degree in Nursing and Midwifery from Yale University School of Nursing. If you’re interested in home insemination options, you can check out Make a Mom for their unique re-usable insemination kit, or learn more about how it works here. Plus, if you’re looking for a supportive community, consider joining the Make a Mom Facebook group to connect with others. For those facing infertility challenges, Elena’s story resonates well with many, and you can read more about it in our blog post here. Don’t forget to check out the Cryobaby home insemination syringe kit for practical assistance. For a comprehensive resource on pregnancy, visit the NICHD.
In summary, Elena Johnson is a dedicated nurse-midwife at Millie Clinic who combines her extensive experience with a heartfelt approach to support families during birth. She is committed to enhancing access to quality care and enjoys sharing her love for nature and family during her free time.