Prenatal Care
Midwifery is a comprehensive relationship that begins with the story of your body. At the start of care we do a comprehensive health history, nutritional assessment, and evaluation of current lab work. With informed consent our midwives are able to run all genetic testing, do diabetes screening, test for GBS, and confirm the baby’s position. Every appointment includes educational topics to prepare you for your home birth and a thorough evaluation of the pregnant person and baby.
Kara attends most prenatal appointments at the ROOT. Our hour long visits are scheduled every 4 weeks until 26 weeks, every 2 weeks from 26 to 36 weeks, then weekly from 36 weeks until birth.
Labor & BirtH
From 37 weeks on, your midwife is on-call and available for guidance and support through your birthing process.
Kara will come to your home to facilitate your labor and birth in a safe space, offering holistic and evidence-based care in the spirit of the Midwifery Model. For some people this means water birth, while others prefer to birth on land. No two births are the same and we are prepared for what works best for you.
Once your baby is born and in your arms, the midwife will remain with you for 3-4 hours postpartum to monitor your health as well as your baby’s.
The midwife will perform a complete newborn exam, support breastfeeding/ chestfeeding, and support your transition into parenthood.
Postpartum Care
Our care continues for six weeks after your birth. Routine postpartum visits happen in your home on day 1, day 3, one week, and two weeks, with a final visit back at The Root at 5-6 weeks postpartum.
These appointments include wellness assessments of mom and baby, breastfeeding/chestfeeding support, new family guidance, lab tests as necessary, and contraception counseling.
To learn more about our services please schedule a complimentary interview and read these frequently asked home birth questions.