Water birth/natural birth options in K.C.?

Cooper&Rowan · March 2011

Has anyone out there succesfully had a water birth at a local K.C. hospital? I delivered my first baby at NKC Hospital with Dr. Rosbrugh from Heartland Womens' Healthcare. It wasn't a bad experience, but wasn't really the natural birth experience I wanted. I've heard rumors that Research Medical Center in midtown allows water births but it is dependent upon the ob/midwife provider.

So has anyone had a water birth or a more natural birth (allowed to move around, didn't have to do all the pushing on your back) in a hospital setting in the K.C. area? It seems like the options are extremely limited here in K.C.

Thanks!

cantwait410-6 · March 2011

I went to Sheila Roth w/ Midwest Midwifery at Research and was thrilled. I could have done a water birth, but opted not to do so. Our experience was amazing, and we were thrilled and blessed that all went "as planned", which I understand is rare. Can't say enough good things about the experience. Sheila and Katie Lorand are my favorite of the 3 midwives in the group, but that's purely a personal preference.

New Birth Company · April 2011

Did you know about all the free standing birth centers that are popping up in Kansas City?

Check out Midwives of Kansas City (Suzanne Ryan, developing birth center) as well as New Birth Company (developing)

abana · June 2011

Hi Maria,

Can I PM you for more information?

Thanks!

cam11 · July 2011

cantwait410-6:
I went to Sheila Roth w/ Midwest Midwifery at Research and was thrilled. I could have done a water birth, but opted not to do so. Our experience was amazing, and we were thrilled and blessed that all went "as planned", which I understand is rare. Can't say enough good things about the experience. Sheila and Katie Lorand are my favorite of the 3 midwives in the group, but that's purely a personal preference.

Thank you so much for this information! I have spent hours searching for natural birth options in the KC area.

MrsGreen620 · August 2011

I'm ready excited to visit the New Birth Center in Overland Park. I hate the idea of being hooked up to monitors, having an unnecessary IV, not being able to walk and having to push on my back. I've followed their blog and FB page, and am super excited to be fully supported for a natural birth.

cantwait410-6 · August 2011

Hi there-

I'm hardly ever on this website, so just saw your message! Though I just found out I'm 6 weeks into my 2nd pregnancy, so I'll probably be on here more often.....Anyway, if you still want info, feel free to contact me at mcd12476@yahoo.com.

kenoragirl24 · September 2011

I'm new to all of this but I knew before I got pregnant that I want a natural birth! but how does it work with a Midwife as far as insurance goes???

NathanheartsKim · September 2011

I am going to a birthing center in Independence, not too far from the KC area. https://motherslovebirthcenter.com/ I am not due til January but I really like her so far!!

cantwait410-6 · November 2011

My midwives work w/in a group that includes OBs. So I believe most (if not all) are part of a medical group, which is who bills your insurance. At least that's how it works at Midwest Midwifery. The midwives are also Nurse Pracs.

Brownie_222 · December 2011

I had a water birth with my second baby at New Birth Company in Overland Park. I just paid my standard 10% copayment for their services because they were in network with my insurance. I had a great experience with them!

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