Birth Center Care

At NBWC, you will receive highly individualized care throughout your pregnancy and childbirth journey. The midwifery model of care emphasizes building a close and trusting relationship between the expectant mother and her care team. This personalized approach fosters a deeper connection and understanding of your unique needs. Studies have shown that freestanding birth centers often achieve patient satisfaction rates of over 95% due to the personalized care and one-on-one attention provided to expectant mothers.

Freestanding birth centers prioritize natural childbirth. They promote and support unmedicated births, offering a range of comfort measures like hydrotherapy, birthing balls, and more. The focus is on helping you to trust your body and experience childbirth as a natural process. Freestanding birth centers have a significantly lower rate of medical intervention during childbirth. According to the American Association of Birth Centers, the national average cesarean section rate for birth centers is around 6% compared to the national hospital average of over 30%.

Compared to hospital births, freestanding birth centers typically have lower rates of medical interventions such as cesarean sections, episiotomies, and inductions. This approach allows for a more natural, less medically-managed childbirth experience. Although NBWC doesn’t yet have birth center statistics, we have a rich history of births through our many years of home birth practice. Please ask us about our statistics at your consult or tour – we are very proud of them! Here are a few highlights:

Quick Stats for 2022

• 89.5% of all our clients delivered at home as planned
• 10.5% of those who started labor with us ended up transferring to hospital.
• 6% c-section rate

Freestanding birth centers have a lower risk of exposure to hospital-acquired infections. This reduces the risk to both mother and baby and promotes a healthier start for your family. Hospital-acquired infections, such as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), are virtually non-existent in freestanding birth centers, ensuring a safer environment for both mother and baby.

Freestanding birth centers encourage family involvement during labor and delivery. Partners, siblings, and other family members are often welcome, creating a supportive and intimate environment for the entire family.

The homelike setting of a freestanding birth center provides a more comfortable and less clinical environment for childbirth. It can help alleviate anxiety and create a sense of security during labor.

Freestanding birth centers offer postpartum support and follow-up care. You’ll receive guidance on breastfeeding, newborn care, and emotional well-being, ensuring a smooth transition into motherhood.

In many cases, freestanding birth centers are more cost-effective than hospital births, making them an attractive option for families looking to manage healthcare expenses while still receiving high-quality care.

The same team of midwives provides prenatal, birth, and postpartum care, ensuring a consistent and supportive experience throughout your pregnancy journey.

For those who desire a natural birthing experience outside of the traditional hospital setting, freestanding birth centers offer a safe and respected choice that aligns with their values and preferences. According to the National Birth Center Study II, women who choose freestanding birth centers are more likely to have a natural birth experience compared to those birthing in hospitals. Nearly 90% of women in birth centers had a spontaneous vaginal delivery.