Privacy Policy

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At Gentle Spirit Home Birth Midwifery Services, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website and in the course of receiving our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Due date or pregnancy-related information you choose to share
Any details submitted through contact forms, appointment requests, or other communications

We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as browser type, device information, and website usage data, to help improve our site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

Respond to inquiries and appointment requests
Communicate with you about services
Provide support and client care information
Improve our website and user experience
Maintain appropriate business and administrative records

Protection of Health Information

If you become a client, any protected health information shared with us is handled with care and in accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality standards. Submitting information through the website does not automatically establish a provider-client relationship.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only when necessary to:

Comply with legal obligations
Protect the safety, rights, or property of our practice, clients, or others
Work with trusted service providers who help us operate our website or communications, and who are expected to keep your information confidential

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not function properly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites for your convenience or information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical steps to protect the information submitted through our website. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Choices

You may choose not to provide certain personal information, but doing so may limit our ability to respond to your inquiry or provide services.

If you would like to request updates or removal of information you previously submitted through the website, please contact us directly.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the site.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact: