Birth is truly one of life’s most remarkable events, full of promise and challenge.

It is the role of the midwives to ensure that you are as well prepared - physically, emotionally and spiritually- as is possible, and as well supported as you wish to be. During the birth of your baby our midwives will provide loving support, grounded reassurance and professional clinical care. It is your day and we are at your service.

We promote the natural, physiologic flow of birth

midwives who are familiar to you
a familiar environment (birth suite or home)
support for the involvement of partners, family, friends or doulas
encouragement to eat and drink throughout labor
freedom of movement and use of supportive props (birth ball, upright birth stool, etc)
patience with the pace of labor
water labor and birth
Nitrous Oxide available if desired

We monitor and ensure safety

careful prenatal screening and health education
regular monitoring of vital signs and baby’s heart tones using a hand-held doppler
on-site emergency equipment and medications including IV fluids and resuscitation equipment
excellent relationship with local hospital and access to emergency transport when needed
continuous care and support in the event of a hospital transport

We prioritize bonding between parent(s) and baby

immediate skin to skin contact
delayed cord clamping
early feeding
delayed routine newborn procedures
large beds to accommodate the whole family

Families remain with us for approximately 4 hours after birth before returning home. In that time you can expect:

support with lactation
monitoring of both parent and baby’s wellbeing
encouragement to eat and drink
a complete newborn physical and neurological exam (done by your side on the bed)
any necessary repair to your tissues (using local anesthetic)
verbal and written information about care for yourself and babe in the first days
home visit and first visit back to PSBC scheduled