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02/17/2022
Hey friends! I just wanted to hop on and thank you all for sticking around! I haven't been able to take doula clients for about a year since I've been working full time to get my husband through this last semester of school. However, I have been able to do a lot behind the scenes building up my client resources, solidifying my branding, and learning more so I can help YOU! My beloved clients, friends, and fellow birth workers. Stay tuned in the coming weeks and months for more content surrounding all things pregnancy, birth, postpartum and women's health! Let me know in the comments what you want to see more of!
I’ve realized that a lot of parents don’t even know what their options are when choosing where to have their baby!
Some things to keep in mind when making this decision are:
❓What are your goals for this birth? How do you want to be cared for?
❓Where your provider practices
❓What does your insurance cover?
❓Is your pregnancy considered “high risk?”
❓Where do you live and what hospitals are close by?
1️⃣Homebirth
Usually attended by a Midwife. Be aware that some states have restrictions on breech babies, multiples, or VBACs at home. You can control who is or is not at your birth, the atmosphere, etc. Usually pain medication (epidural, etc.) is not an option at home. Complications or emergencies require a transfer to a hospital.
2️⃣ Freestanding Birth Center
This is a place specifically designed to provide a comfortable, “home like” environment. It is common to have your chosen friends and family at your birth. Births are usually attended by Midwives, with the same restrictions as a home birth. Some medical equipment is available, most do not offer pain medication for labor. Many are close to hospitals in case a transfer is necessary.
3️⃣ In-Hospital Birthing Center
Either within or next to a hospital. Some hospitals call their maternity wing a “birth center”, be aware of this distinction. You will still be giving birth in a hospital, though many in hospital birth centers practice more family centered care and are more equipped to assist an unmediated birth, if desired. Can be attended by most providers.
4️⃣ Hospital Birth
All medical equipment is available if a complication arises or pain medication is desired. Depending on the hospital and their policies, your care will usually be more “managed”. Hospitals usually limit the number of people you may have with you. Some hospitals are extremely supportive of unmedicated birth, some are not.
No matter where you choose to birth, remember you are in charge! Don’t be afraid to ask more questions or change your mind if something doesn’t feel right to you. A doula can be a great asset no matter where you choose to birth! Tell me in the comments what you chose and why! Did you love it? What would you change?
03/21/2021
You guys! Its been a hot minute since I've been on social media and I wanted wanted say thank you for being patient with me! I don't know why I thought starting a doula business with a busy 10 month old would be easy 😅 So thanks for sticking around!
Did you know?? You can see a Midwife or Certified Nurse Midwife as your primary care provider even if you've never been pregnant! I'm allll about cutting the crap and making people aware of their options here, and this is one that's a little bit lesser known!
A Midwife or CNM provides all the same well checks, tests, & procedures as an OB/Gyn with one exception: they do not perform surgery. If you have a condition or concern that is outside their area of expertise, a midwife would refer you to a specialist just like any other provider would.
Statistically, Midwives are able to spend a little more time in the room with their patients than a Family Doctor, Nurse Practitioner or OB/GYN. This can be great for a a lot of reasons, but my favorite is that it makes it possible for you to establish a relationship with them! We want you to feel comfortable asking questions and getting answers about your own Healthcare so you can make informed choices. 🙂
Do you see a Midwife or CNM?? What do you love about them?
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