Birth Local Midwifery Practice Basics You Should Know

for more of the Frequently Asked Questions, please see my FAQ page. 

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• This is a HOME BIRTH PRACTICE. (Not a birth center- or hospital-based practice.) So if you're hoping for a home birth, you're in the right place. 

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• Because of the systemic oppression and devaluation of women, especially mothers and midwives, Medi-Cal and TriCare have not been made viable options by legislators and these health plans.  Home birth practices cannot afford to contract with Medi-Cal as their reimbursement rates do not reflect the incredible value of Midwifery Care.  We cannot bill TriCare due to poor policy at the national level. Because of this, we give a discount and offer payment plans for clients with these health plans. If you cannot afford Birth Local's fee over the course of a year's payment plan (with us), the only option in San Diego County for midwifery care using Tri-care and Medi-Cal is UCSD Midwives.  
   

• Birth Local's office is located in Carlsbad. Our office/clinic days are currently Thursdays 8am - 6pm. 

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• Heck yes, You CAN have a WATER BIRTH if you would like one! We'll even loan you the birth tub. :) 

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• If you are a first time parent, We ask you to have a DOULA for your birth in addition to our midwifery services.  We will of course support your journey to choosing the best doula for your family in our visits together! For more on the difference between Doulas and Midwives, click here.
   

• If this is your or your partner's first baby, you must attend Childbirth Classes. This is an important and integral step in being confident and prepared for your intended home birth. We can definitely talk about options in San Diego County and online. There are so many great options and I am an expert in helping you figure out which one is right for you. You'll take your classes between 20-36 weeks of pregnancy.
   

• Travel Radius: We will travel up to 35 minutes from our Carlsbad location to your home for your birth and postpartum visits. If you need to check the distance (don't worry about traffic), you can use this address: 2604-B El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008. ​

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Home birth and prenatal and postpartum care with us is “1000% different from hospital birth, and doctor care” according to the moms we work with who’ve had both. If you haven’t already, here is a link to my Google Reviews so you can read what others have said.  

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If you’re looking for more books, videos and other resources about home birth and midwifery here are some of my previous client’s favorites: 

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• Video: 5 Dads Talk Safety, Comfort and Experiences of Home Birth
   

• Short Video: What Homebirth Midwives Bring To A Birth
   

• Documentary Film: The Business of Being Born

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• Ina May’s Guide To Childbirth - everyone’s favorite book about birthing

 

Hopefully this is helpful!!! They’ve been favorites of so many of my families!

May you be blessed with your pregnancy and in becoming a parent. 

We're Looking forward to speaking with you!

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Kindly,

Kayti and Amy