Benefits of Midwifery Care

When it comes to your prenatal, labor & delivery and postpartum journey, there are so many benefits to having a midwife caring for you. I am often asked what sets midwifery care apart from other forms of care, and today I am sharing some of the reasons with you!

Benefits of Midwifery Care

• Midwives offer individualized care which is based on relationship and caring for the mother, baby and father
• It promotes current evidence based care and practices
• There is an increased rate of exclusive breastfeeding and length of breastfeeding
• Women have increased autonomy in their care and the care for their babies
• Families find an increased satisfaction in their birth experience
• Many find midwifery care to be a lower cost in the long run
• There is a lower c-section and epidural rate among mothers who receive midwifery care
• Midwives can show more cultural sensitivity towards their clients
• It promotes a healthy lifestyle with dietary and educational guidance for a healthy pregnancy and birth
• Midwives hold a belief that pregnancy and birth are a normal life event that resonates throughout a mother’s care. This lends to a transition of women trusting themselves and their body’s ability to give birth
• You are provided with endless resources and referrals for chiropractic care, childbirth education, doulas, pediatricians, pelvic floor physical therapy and so much more
• With midwifery care you can expect longer prenatal visits (mine are typically an hour long)
• The mother receives continual support during active labor and birth
• Midwives minimize technological interventions, and are educated in how to identify and refer women who need a higher level of care
• Midwives work in partnership with their clients in the decision making process

And most of all, with midwifery care you are so much more than a patient name on a clipboard. I strive to build relationships with my mamas and their families, and through that I can give them the care they need and deserve.

♥ Midwife Danielle