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What is a midwife? A midwife is a health care provider specializing in normal and low-risk pregnancy and birth as well as care of healthy newborns
Why should I choose a midwife?
โข You can receive pregnancy and newborn care locally, with clinic locations in Haliburton and Bancroft
โข It is funded by the provincial health care system (no out-of-pocket cost)
โข You can have your baby in the hospital. We deliver at Peterborough Regional Health Care Center
โข You can have your baby at home. We are the only health care providers that provide the option of home birth
What does midwifery care include?
โข Care from early pregnancy until your baby is six weeks old
โข Access to ultrasounds, genetic testing, PAP tests, STI testing and blood work
โข Monthly, biweekly and then weekly appointments as pregnancy progresses.
โข Visits include discussion of relevant topics for pregnancy and parenthood along with clinical aspects such as urine dipsticks and blood pressure measurement
โข Typical appointments last approximately 45 minutes, which allow time to explore any questions you may have about your pregnancy
What happens after the baby is born?
โข A midwife will see you and your baby at home for the first 10 days and then in the clinic until six weeks after birth.
โข Well-baby care includes weight checks, blood work and support with feeding
โข After six weeks, care will be transferred back to your family physician. When do I need to see a doctor?
โข You will still see your family doctor for non-pregnancy concerns (ie sore throat)
โข If complications arise in your care or your baby's care, midwives work closely with an obstetrician or pediatrician to provide appropriate care. Women can self-refer to a midwife online or by phone at any point in pregnancy. Your doctor or other health care provider may also send a referral.