What happens at my first visit?
The full details of midwifery care are reviewed so that you can carefully consider whether our care is appropriate for you. We will want to know your expectations, plans, hopes and concerns about the care you wish to receive. At the first or second visit, a full history and physical assessment are done.
Will I see the same person throughout my care? Who will be with me for my baby's birth?
Your primary midwife will be assigned to you and she will be responsible for your care during the complete course of care to 6 weeks post partum.
How often will I have appointments?
In general, women are seen once a month until 28 weeks; every 2 weeks to 36 week; and weekly thereafter, until labor begins. After the birth, at least five visits are made including the final visit about six weeks after the birth. Additional visits are arranged as needed for individual circumstances. Postnatal visits in the first week or two will be done in your home.
Where can my baby be born?
We will discuss your preferred place of birth with you.?We will attend births at home for women who have no medical or pregnancy problems.?We have hospital privileges at Leamington District Memorial Hospital and Windsor Regional Hospital.?Met campus.
What happens if I or my baby develop complications?
Depending on the nature of the problem, we will refer you to your family physician for non-pregnancy related concerns or directly to a specialist like an obstetrician for pregnancy related concerns or a pediatrician for baby related concerns.
What does midwifery care cost?
All care provided by the midwife is free to residents of Canada.
What can I do to get the most benefit from my care?
Be an informed and active participant in your care.?Use our lending library.?Write your questions down and bring them to your visits.?Attend information sessions in your community about maternity services.
What do women most like about Midwifery Care?
In home breastfeeding support and teaching in the first week after the birth.?A known care giver at your labour and birth.?Information so that you can make the best choices for you and your family.?Non-authoritative, nonjudgmental caring.