Prenatal Care
Prenatal Care
Minneapolis Prenatal Care
The journey to welcoming a new baby is a profound and beautiful experience. As your family grows, you deserve care that is not only individualized but also deeply compassionate. Finding a team that listens carefully and empowers you every step of the way can transform your pregnancy and birth experience, helping you feel confident as you prepare for your baby’s arrival. At Twin Cities Midwifery, we are committed to providing personalized care that honors your unique path. Our team is here to answer your questions about prenatal care and what you can expect from our approach.
What is Prenatal Care?
Prenatal care is the health care you receive throughout your pregnancy. Its purpose is to monitor your wellness and your baby’s development, providing a foundation for a healthy birth and postpartum period. It’s a time for regular check-ins, essential health screenings and building a trusting relationship with your care provider. This consistent support allows you to ask questions, voice concerns and gain the knowledge you need to make the best decisions for your family.
What to Expect from Prenatal Care with Us
At Twin Cities Midwifery, we see prenatal care as a partnership. We dedicate our hour-long visits to nurturing a strong relationship built on trust and mutual respect. This extended time allows for evaluation of your physical and emotional well-being, as well as learning about your personality and preferences, giving us the time and space to get to know each other. Through an informed consent and shared decision-making process, you choose what your personalized care includes.
Our prenatal care services:
- Regular Visits: We follow a schedule of visits that becomes more frequent as your due date approaches, ensuring consistent monitoring and support. This starts with a free hour-long consultation and a 90-minute initial visit, followed by monthly visits through 28 weeks, bi-weekly through 36 weeks and then weekly hour-long appointments through the end of pregnancy.
- Comprehensive Health Monitoring: We offer the option of all routine lab testing and ultrasounds over the course of prenatal care. At each visit, we perform clinical assessments such as checking vital signs, listening to your baby’s heartbeat and monitoring your baby’s growth and determining fetal position.
- Education and Support: We provide guidance on nutrition, preparing your body for birth, managing pregnancy discomforts and support for baby feeding. We value hearing about the other layers of your life and wellness that weave into you pregnancy, and provide emotional support as you move through the transition into parenthood with a growing family. We are well-connected in the community and offer resources and referrals to support you and your family’s adjustment.
- 24/7 Access: You will have direct access to a midwife for any urgent needs that arise, 24/7, offering you peace of mind throughout your pregnancy.
The Benefits of Midwifery-Led Prenatal Care
Choosing Twin Cities Midwifery means you are choosing a model of care that places you at the center of your experience. Our families benefit from a supportive environment that prioritizes their well-being and autonomy.
Informed Choice and Shared Decision-Making
We believe you are the expert on your own body and family. Our role is to provide evidence-based information and options for testing and procedures. We share the decision-making process with you to help you make choices that are right for you.
A Personalized Approach to Care
Our hour-long visits allow us to move beyond a clinical checklist. We have the time to discuss your feelings, answer your questions and tailor our support to your individual needs. This provides a space to feel heard, respected and genuinely cared for throughout your journey.
Preparation for the Comfort of Homebirth
Our care is designed to prepare you for a safe and empowering home birth. Around 36 weeks, we conduct a home visit. We discuss the logistics of your birth space, review gathered supplies, and ensure you are prepared to welcome your baby in the comfort of your own home.
Comprehensive Baby Care
Our care extends to your newborn even before the moment of birth. We believe in keeping families together, so any newborn exams or procedures you choose can be done right in your arms or by your side. We discuss all standard newborn procedures during your prenatal visits, giving you plenty of time to decide what is best for your baby ahead of time.
Continuity of Care with a Dedicated Team
We are proud to offer a small and dedicated team to support you throughout your journey. By keeping our team intimate, we foster deeper connections and build trusting relationships with each family we serve. This approach ensures you are cared for by the same familiar faces at every step, rather than cycling through a large group of providers. We believe that continuity of care not only enhances the quality of your experience but also helps you feel truly supported during this transformative time.
Begin Your Journey with Compassionate Care
Your pregnancy is a personal journey, and your care should reflect that. Twin Cities Midwifery is dedicated to providing supportive, inclusive and empowering prenatal care for families of all kinds. We are here to guide you with expertise and compassion every step of the way. If you are ready to learn more about how our personalized approach can support your growing family, we invite you to contact us. Schedule your free consultation today to see if we are the right fit for you.
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We are considered an out-of-network provider and bill insurance at the out-of-network benefit level.
We also accept HSA for our care services. The following plans are eligible for out-of-network billing:
