# 59: In Transition — On Closing, Grief, and Trusting What's on the Other Side

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Podcast: [Midwife Life: Midwifing you through health, motherhood, and the sacred mess of life’s transformations with Diane Ortega](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midwife-life-midwifing-you-through-health-motherhood-and-the-sacred-mess-of-life-s-transformations-with-diane-ortega-7088399)
Published: 2026-04-20T07:50:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week, Diane almost didn't hit record. But she's glad she did. In one of her most personal and vulnerable episodes yet, Diane shares that after years of serving families, her freestanding birth centers in Arizona will be closing their doors on April 30th. And while the decision to close was hard, she's discovering that the transition itself is harder. Join Us: Rebirth Conversations (Live Event) If this episode resonated, you’re invited into a deeper, in-person experience. Rebirth Conversations is a space for women navigating change, identity shifts, and personal growth - who are ready to be seen, supported, and witnessed in real time. 📍 April 23 👉 Save your spot: https://themidwifelife.kit.com/rebirthconversations Connect with Diane Website: https://themidwifelife.co Instagram: @the.midwife.life.co

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