 Choosing a midwife, How do I find a good midwife? |
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| Choosing a midwife, How do I find a good midwife? |
 Mar 20 2008, 11:28 AM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 20-March 08 Member No.: 72,430  |
Hi everyone,
I am wondering if anyone would have tips on how to choose a midwife. I just went to my GP who gave me a list of "verloskundige praktijk". I called one and made an appointment, but what if I don't like her... What questions should I ask her? What I am supposed to expect from her? Thanks for your wise answers, Cheers Ninouke |
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Apr 18 2008, 10:13 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 296 Joined: 10-August 04 From: son en breugel Member No.: 12,202 |
Hi, give me an- email and I will help you choose.
menonurse@hetnet.nl regards Denise -------------------- registered nurse/trained midwife.
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Jun 5 2008, 10:55 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 82 Joined: 3-March 04 From: Amsterdam Member No.: 7,791 |
For anyone else who's wondering, it's not really rocket science. Just visit them, ask them what their views are on birth, delivery, etc. and if it doesn't feel like a good match, go see someone else.
I switched midwives in my 25th week because she was too conservative for me. Oddly enough, my BP (which worried the initial midwife) went down after I switched and stayed normal for the remainder of the pregnancy, so it was obvious to me that she was not a good match. I was very happy I switched. You want to make sure you are being heard. It's YOUR pregnancy after all and they are there to help you, so stay empowered and don't get pushed around. |
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