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OB Recommendations?
Hi There,
I moved here about six weeks ago and just found out I'm pregnant on Oct 7. My husband and I are very excited and also overwhelmed - we're first time parents in a new city, and over a thousand miles from our families.
I'm so new to the city, in fact, that I don't have any doctors yet. I live and work near the loop and would prefer to have a doctor relatively close by. I'm not 100% sure how I feel about epidurals, etc, but I know I would at least like the option of natural childbirth, delivering vaginally, option to walk around if I'm so inclined, etc. I would consider a midwife if the fit is right.
Basically, we're looking for an open-minded person who will be willing to take our decisions into account. Does anyone have a recommendation?
We also know nothing about the hospitals here. Are there ones that are better than others for maternity?
Thanks so much!
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Re: OB Recommendations?
Hiya and welcome to The Lou!
I'm currently with Dr. Kuebel with Allied Associates in OBGYN. There are 6 practictioners in the group. They work out of Mercy hospital on 270. Mercy is a great hospital. I believe most of the rooms on the 7th floor are all Labor, Delivery and Recovery rooms. I worked as a photographer for newborns there about 4 years ago. There is a NICU ward there so if something were to happen the baby is in good hands with immediate care. Congrats! If you have any questions about STL don't hesitate to ask!
I use Dr. Kodner at Balanced Care for Women on Olive and Spoede.
They also deliver at both MO-BAP and Mercy
Dr. Jaqueline Turner from West End ObGyn. Her partner Dr. Gray-Swain is also good. Their practice is just south of Forest Park in the Highlands. Dr. Turner is very laid-back. I know she does water births if people want them so she's pretty open-minded.
We live in the Central West End and contrary to popular opinion delivered both kids at Barnes and had good experiences. For us it was just blocks from home and the Children's Hospital is right there should there be any problems. Not as posh as some of the others but one bonus, the rooms are set up as doubles so there is actually a bed for dad. Unless they are totally full, they don't double-up, I didn't have a problem either time. Apparently they also have a "list" your dr. can you put on where you agree that if they do get full and start doubling, you will pay an extra fee to keep your room single. I had my dr. put me on the list just in case but was fine both times.
I live about 15 minutes from the Loop area, and my doctor is in the Creve Couer area. its Dr Branson, and i LOVE him. him and his staff were incredible when we miscarried a fw months ago, and have been nothing but excited for our current pregnancy. He conducts an ultra sound on me at every visit, and also lets me come in for appointment however soon i want to ease my nerves. for instances, at my last visit on Friday, he suggested to see me in 4 weeks since i am at 10 weeks. i asked if i could come back in 2 weeks, when i get back from vacation to further ease my nerves on flying on a plane. he is looking forward to our next visit.
yes, the drive is a bit farther than desired, but he delivers at St Johns Mercy and MOBap. he came greatly suggested to me by my sister in law, when she was having personal issues with her normal ob.