Top 10 Best Midwives
Our directory showcases certified midwives providing comprehensive prenatal, childbirth, and postpartum care. Selected for their experience and compassionate approach, these professionals offer personalized maternity support.
Night and Day San Diego
Camino del Rio South, San Diego, California- Groups & Classes
- Breastfeeding Support
- Postpartum Doula
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Specialties Our team values support in the transition to parenthood. We offer prenatal education, postpartum doula care, and breastfeeding care. Havi More Detail
Caroline Kerherve - Lactation Consultation and Postpartum Services
San Francisco, CA 94114, San Francisco, California- Prenatal Care
- Lactation Services
- Postpartum Care
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Please call me to get more information about my postpartum and lactation services (daytime only). More Detail
Womb Service
Del Monte Avenue, San Diego, California- Childbirth Education
- Virtual Doula Service
- Placenta Encapsulation
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Specialties Certified placenta encapsulation, Certified birth and postpartum doula services, Certified lactation counseling and education, Private ch More Detail
East Bay Midwives
Stannage Avenue, San Francisco, California- Hospital Birth
- Home Birth
- Lactation Services
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Welcome! We are a team of Midwives and Lactation Consultants offering comprehensive care from preconception through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, brea More Detail
Fertile Moon Midwifery
North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, California- Midwives
- Integrative prenatal care
- Fertility consultation
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Holistic sexual health care specializing in hormone testing, optimal fertility, IUI insemination, Craniosacral therapy, holistic gynecology and menstr More Detail
Mind Body Baby
La Paz Road, Los Angeles, California- Postpartum Doula
- Doulas
- Virtual Consultations
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Mind Body Baby offers loving support and education for families from pre-conception, to postpartum, and beyond. Specializing in HypnoBirthing classes, More Detail
Birth Local Midwifery San Diego
Camino del Rio South, San Diego, California- Birth
- Postpartum care
- Extended post partum care
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Specialties 100% Success Rate Happy Moms and Partners. ONE Provider for Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum. Get Empowered. Get REAL. Don't Birth Your Ba More Detail
Midwife Courtney
Goldfinch Street, San Diego, California- Nutritional Counseling
- Breast Exams
- Homebirth
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Specialties Homebirth Midwifery services in San Diego County - Fertility, Pregnancy, Labor & Birth, Postpartum. Other services include Advanced Birth More Detail
Midwives Bay Area
Dewing Avenue, San Francisco, California- Midwives
- Prenatal/Perinatal Care
- Lactation Services
Midwives Bay Area supports families in achieving the healthiest most joy ours birth for mom and baby. With over 20 years of experience, we bring wisdo More Detail
Blessed Beginnings Midwifery
Lambert Street, Los Angeles, California- VBAC
- Water Birth
- Home Birth
Catching babies since 1999. We specialize in home birth, and water birth and have delivered over 500 babies. Laboring at home with a compassionate mid More Detail
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Many certified nurse midwives (CNMs) work in hospitals, birthing centers, and homes. If you prefer a hospital setting but want a midwifery-led birth, check if your local hospital has midwives on staff.
When choosing a midwife, it’s essential to ask about their experience, certifications, and approach to care. Key questions include:
- What is your training and certification? (Ensure they are licensed and experienced.)
- Do you have hospital privileges in case of emergency?
- What is your approach to pain management and interventions?
- How do you handle high-risk pregnancies or complications?
- What happens if I need to be transferred to a hospital?
In most cases, no referral is needed to see a midwife. Many midwives operate independently or within birthing centers. However, in some healthcare systems, insurance policies or medical guidelines may require a referral for coverage. It's best to check with your provider and insurance company.
Yes! Licensed midwives can order prenatal screenings, ultrasounds, and lab tests just like obstetricians. They can monitor bloodwork, glucose levels, and fetal development to ensure a healthy pregnancy. However, midwives may collaborate with doctors for more specialized tests if needed.
No, midwives do not perform C-sections, as they specialize in natural and vaginal births. However, they can assist in hospital settings and provide support before, during, and after surgery if a cesarean is required. If complications arise, a doctor or obstetrician will take over the procedure.