Hey all...
My 2nd post... yay!
So I'm just about 8 weeks along and I'm going for my 2nd appt to the doctor on Monday. I've been thinking about midwives and doctors and doulas and all that stuff. I know I want to do a natural birth and I don't want to be induced or have drugs, etc. I've heard midwives have a higher success rate with all this. Then I don't really know where doulas come in. And are these services covered by insurance? Oy! Any advice???
Re: OB vs Doula vs Midwife .... ???
Doulas do not belong in that category. Doulas are there for support during labor. Most of the time they are used to help a woman get through an un-medicated birth.
Between a midwife and an OB, I will always choose a midwife.
You will have to speak with your own insurance company to know what exactly is covered but, it is pretty safe to say that a midwife affiliated with a hospital is covered.
you've. got to be joking!!! I hope no one is seriously that delusional. oh those poor babes.
I'm about to start seeing the CNM that works in the OB/GYN's office ... she can handle the delivery, at the hospital bc I have twins on the way, but I also meet with the OBs in case you need medical intervention. Because she works in the OB's office, my insurance will cover her.
I also plan on taking prenatal classes from a doula and I'm considering hiring a doula (not covered by insurance) since I want to have a natural birth with twins.
HOWEVER, keep in mind .... your health and the health of your baby are most important. Don't be so stubborn in your birthing plan that you refuse medical attention when it's required.
Mary (33) and Michael (33)
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