Homebirth

The miraculous process of birthing a baby is different for every family. During labor time will be given to tune in to your individual, emotional and clinical needs. Every birth is attended by a licensed midwife and a midwife assistant.

Prenatal care

Comprehensive hour long prenatal visits are scheduled every 4wks until 28wks, every two weeks until 36wks and weekly until labor begins.

Each prenatal visit time is given for you to share what’s on your mind, discuss the growth of your baby and explore how to prepare for your labor and birth.

What you can expect during a prenatal visit.

  • Clinical assessments of both mom and baby

  • Specific lab test and blood work

  • Referrals for ultrasounds and genetic testing as necessary

  • Nutrition and exercise counseling

  • Pregnancy, birth and postpartum education and referrals

Postpartum Care

Postpartum care includes 6 weeks of in-home postpartum visits for you and your baby.

What you can expect during a postpartum visit.

  • Monitoring your health and healing

  • Breastfeeding support

  • Well-baby exams and screening

  • Emotional support

Integrative well care and gynecology

Well-person and gynecology visits that are holistic and individualized to your needs.

  • Annual physical exam

  • Pap and lab test

  • STI screening 

  • Preconception and fertility counseling

  • At-home Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

  • Contraception counseling and management, including IUD insertion

  • Screening and treatment for gynecological issues

 

Amai midwifery welcomes individuals and families of all types, inclusive of race, religion, national origin, sexual identity, gender expression, marital status, age, and ability.