Creating a Birth Plan Planning your birth is super exciting, but it can also be overwhelming to plan every detail from start to finish. During birth, it might be difficult to ensure that everything goes according to your plan. Labor and birth can be spontaneous and...

Billing & Insurance at Birthways Family Birth Center We understand that cost is an important factor when deciding where you want to give birth. While a birth center is ideal for comfort and freedom of choice, it is also important to see if it aligns with your...

What Happens if I Need to Transfer? What happens if things aren't normal at some point during labor experience? What if I need emergency care? It is normal to have questions and concerns about what happens if you can’t proceed with natural labor due to reasons that...

Prenatal Care   If you’ve recently found out you’re pregnant, congratulations! It’s now time to delve into your mother-to-be shoes and gear up for the journey ahead. Prenatal care is an important aspect of any pregnancy journey. It can significantly impact the...

Sciatica Pain in Pregnancy Pregnancy is a joyful time, but it comes with its own set of challenges. While nausea and heartburn are more commonly known, there are other issues, such as sciatica pain, that pregnant women may be susceptible to as well.  Why do people...

How to Use a Birth Ball One of the best things about giving birth at a birth center is that you have the freedom to use any comfort measures in labor that you want. Along with having the freedom to eat and drink what you like, birth centers also provide you with the...

Is it Normal for Baby to Feed Every Hour?   Breastfeeding carries unique benefits for the mother and infant. It is the primary nutritional source for newborns. However, it comes with some challenges, especially for first-time mothers who cope with sudden changes...

What is GBS? Pregnancy is a wonderful experience for many. However, your body is going through a tremendous amount of changes which can sometimes lead to new health concerns. While most of these pose no serious threat, they must be kept in check to avoid complications...

What is the Difference Between OB Care and Midwifery Care? When choosing between a hospital or birth center, women often wonder how care with an OB/GYN differs from care with a midwife. While what you choose comes down to personal preference and your health, here are...