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Our team
FOUNDER & MIDWIFE
Liz Stika
As a midwife, mother, and gardener, I love the quiet process of watching things grow. I love teaching, creating, crafting, and all things folk - and if you come by the birth center, you will see how much I love plants!
I am passionate about creating an environment where you feel free to be yourself, breathe, and know without a doubt we are partners in your care and to help you feel grounded in the moment.
I love when my clients can find their voice - physically and metaphorically - and when I can support the experience they’ve prepared for. I feel strongly that there is no right way to labor and I feel privileged to be a part of the spectrum of choices available to Utah families.
Prior to midwifery I worked as a field director and guide for a wilderness adventure therapy. This experience helped to shape my philosophy and approach to midwifery care.
I have served as the president of the Utah Midwives Organization, taught workshops for the Midwives College of Utah, and facilitated several annual statewide midwifery conferences. I am certified by the North American Registry of Midwives, licensed as a Direct-Entry Midwife by the State of Utah, and a registered NARM preceptor.
MIDWIFE
Morgan Shipp
I grew up in a small town in Utah nestled up against the mountains running barefoot and enjoying the sunshine. After graduating high school I met and then married the man who would be forever my best friend, Austin. I am the mother to 3 beautiful children who are my pride and joy and teach me beautiful lessons every single day. The birth of my 1st child in 2016 ignited my passion for empowerment in the birth space and I became a doula and placenta encapsulator in 2017. My passion for birthwork would only continue to grow and soon enough I knew that midwifery was calling me. I started at Midwives College of Utah in 2021 and will graduate in December of 2025. I have spent the last 8 years supporting hundreds of families as they grow their families. I am passionate about providing education and support to families as they navigate the childbearing year so that they can feel empowered no matter where their birth journey takes them. In my spare time I enjoy spending time outdoors near the water and mountains, traveling, good food, laughing and love any time I get to spend with my family.
OFFICE MANAGER
Christina Hall
My name is Christina - I've been the office manager at Two Leaves for one year now. I have a master’s degree in public administration and nonprofit management; I've worked with local nonprofits, in recruiting, and supply chain management. I'm really enjoying putting my skills to use with the midwifery practice and hanging out around birth. I love supporting this beautiful community that gives and receives gentle, skilled, patient-centered care. You will find me in the office some days and working from home other days; sometimes you'll get an enthusiastic greeting from my 3-year-old in the office with us. In my free time, I enjoy reading, knitting, singing, and traveling. I just had my second baby in March. It's great to be back from maternity leave and working on projects at the birth center again!
ACCOUNTS MANAGER
Rachel Favero
Hello! I'm Rachel and I work behind the scenes at Two Leaves helping with accounting and I love being part of a practice that collaborates so well to care for all aspects of a client's needs. Gathering for staff meetings I enjoy listening as different names are mentioned and care plans discussed with thought for mothers, babies, partners, and even their family and extended community of support. Witnessing this flow and depth of care has been a favorite part of my work.
Away from the office I can be found swimming in rivers, exploring a new mountain trail, or tending to my gardens that are home to over a hundred varieties of medicinal plants and flowers. I am passionate about advocating for the protection of our land, water, and air, continually in awe of the beauty and bounty of the natural world. Above all, I love being a mother to my three kiddos who are great adventure partners and luckily true happy campers.
Though you may only ever talk with me on the phone or via email, I'm always happy to answer questions & enjoy helping the families that we get to care for.