Pregnancy Care
Your prenatal visits will take place mainly in the comfort of our consultation room.
Here the midwife will assess your vital signs, listen to your baby’s heartbeat, check your baby’s growth and position and discuss your health, nutrition and activities.
She will take the time to educate you about the body and emotional changes you may be experiencing, as well as offer suggestions for dealing with some of the common discomforts that can arise in pregnancy.
One of the hallmarks of good midwifery care is taking the time to listen and get to know you. Your prenatal visits will last 30 minutes.
This will allow you to become familiar and comfortable with each of the midwives, allowing you to develop a relationship with them to help prepare for your birth.
You are a partner in your care. We will provide ample opportunity for you to ask questions, express your desires and hopes, have your concerns addressed and be educated about the process.
We want you to be able to make informed decisions about your care. You will have access to your electronic medical records, including test results.
You can also email or call your midwife and expect a prompt response. The midwife on call is available 24 hours a day for any immediate concerns or questions that you have.
Prenatal testing and genetic screening tests are offered based on individual need and desire. Routine lab work can be done at the birth center, or a low-cost laboratory nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Each visit is about 30 minutes, giving you plenty of time to ask questions, get to know your midwives, and feel fully supported during your pregnancy journey.
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Yes! You can email or call your midwife anytime, and a midwife is on call 24/7 for urgent concerns. We believe ongoing support is essential.
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Absolutely. You’ll have access to your electronic medical records, including lab results, so you can stay informed and involved in every step of your care.
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Most routine lab work can be done right at the birth center. If needed, we also partner with a nearby low-cost lab for additional testing.
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Your midwife will talk with you about physical and emotional changes, nutrition, activity, and ways to manage common discomforts, always with a focus on listening and supporting your unique experience.