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I first had an OB then later got contacted by a midwifery and switched to them. I felt my midwife was much more personable and took the time to listen. They also came and did a home visit before admitting me to the hospital so I wouldn’t have to get turned around or spend more time there than needed. I wanted a water birth but at the hospital. They are pro your choice whatever it is. They also are your care providers 6 weeks postpartum. I can email them anytime with questions and they are fast to respond. OB is great if you have a high risk pregnancy. The chances of the OB you see actually delivering is slim, it’s usually just whoever is on call that day. So with that I’d definitely recommend a midwife if you have a low risk pregnancy. Apply right away though, they go fast and can only take on so many for the month.
I wanted a midwife, but was considered high risk, so ended up having a WONDERFUL OB and hiring a doula. Side note, doula didn't end up making it to the birth🫣. I think it really depends on who you end up getting as a midwife or doula. Don't forget, if you feel like you don't jive with the person then you have the right to find someone else
Thank you for your inputs girls ❤️
If you hire a midwife, be sure to ask where she can practice and at which hospitals or birth centers she has privileges. Both midwives and OB-GYNs can provide excellent care, so it’s worth considering both options. If your pregnancy is low-risk, you might also consider a team of physicians, like at West Primary Care. One advantage of working with a midwife is that she will almost certainly be the one to attend your birth. With an OB, it's possible they may not be on call when you go into labor. If you choose a team of physicians, getting to know all of them during your prenatal visits can reduce the likelihood of having a doctor you haven't met at your delivery.
A midwife is more likely to support you in laboring at your own pace without immediately recommending interventions like artificial oxytocin to speed up labor. However, if your labor truly isn't progressing, there's a good chance you'll be transferred to the care of an OB at the hospital to ensure both your safety and the baby's.
My midwife was a doctor previous to switching careers so I think there’s lots of options in terms of medical professionals and finding someone suited to your needs and comfort. In saying that my friend recently had a baby and her midwife was unregistered (although said she had 10 year hospital experience) and momma ended up having an emergency birth hospital with mild complications..
I had high risk pregnancies that both ended with mine and baby's life at risk and emergency deliveries. Bc of that experience, I'd say OB. Having medically trained professionals is a big deal to me. Or, why not both?