Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of questions that are frequently asked. I am happy to elaborate at our initial consultation.
What are your fees?
I offer my services at a sliding scale. Because I believe that home birth should be accessible to all families, regardless of income, I offer individualized payment plans. I am happy to discuss payment options at our initial consultation.
How many women do you usually have due at one time?
My practice partners and I rarely serve more than six clients a month. While this is more than some midwives see, we are also a fully staffed midwifery practice, capable of handling a full client load.
What happens if you have two women in labor at once?
This is very rare. However, if this situation were to arise, my partner and I would split up and each take a qualified apprentice as an assistant in order to be with both laboring mothers. Again, this is a very unusual situation.
What happens if I need to go to the hospital in labor?
Most labor transports are for non-emergency situations, such as maternal exhaustion or a stalled labor. In these situations we have plenty of time to notify the hospital staff and on call doctor that we will be coming in. When we arrive they are prepared and ready to get you settled in and address your needs. I will continue to provide care in the role of support and advocacy, you are never “dropped at the door”. If an emergency transport becomes necessary, we will arrive at the hospital via ambulance. Once again, I will remain with you throughout the duration of your labor, birth, and immediate post-partum.
Do you have doctor backup?
Currently, there are no doctors that are willing or able(due to insurance issues) to formally offer back-up services to midwives. However, I do have the ability to consult with several doctors should the need arise. My clients are able to get consultations, ultrasounds, genetic counseling and screening, and high-risk hospital care as needed.
Who attends my delivery?
Two Certified Professional Midwives attends each delivery. Additionally, an apprentice will be on call for your delivery. Should you want to limit the number of people at your birth, you may request that only midwives are present at your birth.