EXPANDING THE MICHAEL JAMES KNAPP FAMILY

Michael James Knapp and his wife Amber were amazed to discover they were expecting their first child five years ago. The pregnancy came as a surprise, but they both quickly grew to love their roles as parents to be.

Both Amber and Michael J. Knapp knew that they wanted the sex of the baby to be a complete surprise. Throughout the pregnancy, Amber tried to be as naturally minded as possible and declined tests and ultrasounds the couple deemed unnecessary.

When it was time for the baby to arrive, the couple skipped the hospital and chose to have their baby in a birth center with a midwife and a doula. The doula worked tirelessly to support Amber and Michael James Knapp throughout Amber's 16 hour labor. When the midwife said it was time to push, Michael held Amber's hand and encouraged her to keep going, even though she was exhausted.

Just before the baby arrived, the midwife encouraged Michael J. Knapp to put his arms out and catch his baby. With one final push, Michael James Knapp Jr. was born.

Just under two years later, the couple welcomed their second child, a daughter they named Kim Rose Knapp. However, this time the couple decided to welcome their second child into the world at home, with the same midwife and doula by their sides.

Both Amber and Michael J. Knapp agree that their family isn't quite complete and are looking forward to many more children in years to come.