Extended Midwifery Support

We understand that there are certain circumstances where choosing an out-of-hospital birth may not be the best option for your family, whether it is due to specific medical needs or personal preferences that guide your decision-making process. It is important to recognize that there is truly no universally right place for every individual to give birth. However, we are here to support you regardless of your choice, and we do offer carefully designed prenatal and postpartum packages alongside our professional monitrice services when they are available. Your comfort and safety are our priorities, and we strive to provide options that best fit your unique situation.

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Prenatal Care

All prenatal care is done in office

What to expect:

  • Monthly visits until 28 weeks, visits every 2 weeks until 36 weeks, weekly visits until birth                    

  • Initial health biography and history

  • Lifestyle + nutrition + herbal recommendations

  • Health assessments of you and baby at each visit, including: belly checks for estimating fetal weight, growth, position and fluid levels, blood pressure, heart rate, pulse and overall wellness.

  • Individualized lab work + screening

  • Time for questions + education + planning

  • Referrals to a community of perinatal healthcare providers

  • Childbirth education course taught by Bookamer Birth Services





Postpartum Care

For baby:

  • 2-3 home visits during the first 2 weeks, office visits at 4 and 6 weeks postpartum.

  • Vitals + wellness assessment

  • Weight checks

  • Visual jaundice screening, lab work as desired.

  • Nursing + sleep + soothing support

  • Monitoring for normal elimination patterns

  • Cord care

  • Latch + tongue tie assessment (referrals as needed)

  • Decorative footprints (if desired)

  • CCHD screening, hearing screen (when needed), and newborn metabolic screening (when necessary)

For parents:

  • 2-3 home visits during the first 2 weeks, office visits at 4 and 6 weeks postpartum.

  • 24 hour text/phone call access for urgent matters

  • Vitals + wellness assessment

  • Nutritional + herbal support

  • Nursing support

  • Meal service from The Supper Club

  • Perineal and uterine healing support

  • Emotional wellness + nourishment + hormone balance

  • Referrals to a community of postpartum care providers

  • Family leave paperwork (when necessary)

  • 1 Lactation visit with Megan Macy CLC, or other IBCLC/CLC if unavailable


 

Montrice Services

A monttrice is similar to a doula, but possesses the additional medical training and expertise of a homebirth midwife. This comprehensive knowledge significantly aids you in managing your labor comfortably within the supportive environment of your home until it is trime to transition to a hospital, you will continue to receive unwavering support and strong advocacy during this important time. Please note that this specialized service is available only when our schedule permits, ensuring that each family receives the attention and care they deserve.

 

We are pleased to offer a variety of pricing options for our clients, including both individual visit rates as well as attractive package deals that can cater to different needs.