Question 1

What do appointments look like?

Accepted Answer

Your prenatal and postpartum care is personalized,  and provided in the comfort of your own home. Each visit is approximately 60 minutes, giving us time to truly connect, address all your questions, and care for both your physical and emotional well-being.
Prenatal Visit Schedule:
Monthly visits until 28 weeks
Biweekly visits from 28 to 36 weeks
Weekly visits from 36 weeks until birth

Postpartum Care:
You and your baby are both cared for during the critical first six weeks after birth. Postpartum visits typically happen:
Within the first 2–3 days after birth
At 2 weeks
At 6 weeks
If you need extra support in between scheduled visits, I’m just a call away — I’ll gladly make time for an acute visit if needed.

Question 2

What is included in my care?

Accepted Answer

When you choose It Takes a Village , you receive compassionate, personalized care every step of the way. Your care includes:

Prenatal Care
Routine 60-minute prenatal visits in your home
Comprehensive, holistic care tailored to your unique needs
Nutritional counseling to support wellness during pregnancy and beyond
Routine lab work
Billed through your insurance 
Or added to your care plan for a flat fee if opting out of insurance
Email support via secure, HIPAA-compliant Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Access to all your prenatal visit notes
Educational resources and referral lists available through your EMR
Direct  communication with you midwife, no need to go through a nurse or triage

Birth Services
On-call availability for labor and birth, beginning at intake and continuing through 6 weeks postpartum
Home birth attendance with a NRP-certified birth assistant
IV therapy and suturing as needed at the time of birth
Comprehensive birth supplies provided for your home birth
Immediate postpartum care for both you and baby

Postpartum & Newborn Care
Routine newborn assessments
Postpartum visits in your home at:
2–3 days postpartum
2 weeks postpartum
6 weeks postpartum
Ongoing newborn care and basic lactation support during each postpartum visit
Acute visits as needed during postpartum
Continued on-call support through the entire 6-week postpartum period

Question 3

What is not included in care?

Accepted Answer

To keep your care transparent and flexible, here’s a breakdown of services and items that are not included in your base midwifery care package. Some can be added as needed, and I’m happy to provide referrals or guidance when appropriate.

Routine labs (unless added to your care plan for $400 or they can be billed to your insurance)
Non-standard / optional lab work:

Progesterone testing: $35/test
HCG levels: $40/test
Additional labs as indicated

RhoGAM (if indicated): $175
Genetic screening (NIPT by Invitae): $250
Sneek Peak (gender test) : $115
PAP smear at intake or 6-week visit:

$75 if part of a routine appointment
$150 if scheduled outside a routine appointment

Draw fee for labs done outside of a routine visit: $25
Prenatal vitamins and supplements
Comprehensive childbirth education classes
Alternative care services (e.g., sonograms, chiropractic, massage)
Physician or hospital fees if consultation or transfer becomes necessary
Missed appointment fee: $50 (applies without 12-hour notice)

Question 4

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

We do not bill insurance directly.
However, we can provide a basic superbill after your care concludes. You’re welcome to:

Submit claims independently

Important Note:
Insurance reimbursement is not guaranteed, and we do not offer refunds based on insurance decisions or denial of claims.
Shared/Cooperative Health Plans (e.g., Christian Healthcare Ministries, Samaritan Ministries):

Must pay the full $7,000 fee (6,000 by 34 weeks)
Payment may be deferred up to 90 days, but must be paid in full by 34 weeks

HSA and FSA cards are accepted for payment.
Financing Available

Question 5

Do you carry equipment and medications to manage complications?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I carry essential equipment and medications to handle the most common complications that can arise during labor, birth, or the immediate postpartum period. This includes tools to monitor you and your baby’s well-being, oxygen, IV fluids, anti-hemorrhagic medications (for postpartum bleeding), suturing supplies, and newborn resuscitation equipment. I am trained in emergency response, including neonatal resuscitation (NRP), and work with a certified birth assistant at every birth. If a situation arises that requires care beyond what is safely manageable at home, I have protocols in place to ensure smooth and timely transfer to the hospital when needed. Your safety is always the top priority.

Question 6

How long do you stay after the baby is born?

Accepted Answer

I will stay with you for about 2–3 hours after your baby is born to ensure both you and your baby are stable and doing well. I’ll help with immediate postpartum care, assist with breastfeeding initiation, and provide emotional support. We’ll also discuss your recovery plan. After this, I will return for postpartum visits at 2-3 days,  2 weeks and 6 weeks to continue supporting you.

Question 7

How much does midwifery care cost?

Accepted Answer

Total Fee: $7,000
*(Receive a $1,000 discount if paid in full by 34 weeks — total becomes $6,000)
This fee covers personalized prenatal care, home birth services, postpartum care, and ongoing support from intake through six weeks postpartum.

Payment Details & Options
Deposit:
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at your first prenatal visit.
This secures your spot and is applied toward your total balance if you remain in care.
Standard Payment Plan:
Monthly or biweekly payments can be arranged to ensure your balance is paid in full by 34 weeks gestation.
Late Entry to Care:
If you enter care after 20 weeks, 50% of your balance is due at your intake appointment, with the remainder due by 34 weeks.
Full Pay Discount:
Pay in full by 34 weeks and receive $1,000 off your total fee — reducing your total to $6,000.

Financial Considerations
Life happens. If anything changes and you’re unable to meet your financial obligations, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Open, honest communication is always welcome, and we’ll work together to explore possible solutions.

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