Pregnancy and childbirth are normal, healthy events in the life of a family. This is a special time that needs care and support tailored to your needs - the care a midwife can give.

What to expect from your midwife

• Antenatal care with visits in our home or yours.
• Birth of your baby at home or in hospital with your own midwife.
• Postnatal visits at home or in hospital.
• Childbirth and parenting education.
• Access to information and resources.
• Care and support available 24 hours a day.

The benefits to you

• A positive approach and a belief in your ability to nurture and birth your own baby.
• Pregnancy and birth care to suit your needs and wishes.
• Continuity of care by the same midwives who know you and whom you know and trust.
• Minimal intervention in pregnancy and birth.
• A shared family experience.

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The following information was taken from an article featured in a Homebirth Access Sydney newsletter written by Judy Hefferen, a Nursing Mothers Counsellor.