16. What's the Difference Between Obstetricians, Midwives, and Doulas?

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what exactly an OB, a midwife, and a doula each do, and how they're different from one another? You're not alone! This is one of the most common questions I get from first-time mamas who are just starting to research their birth options.In this episode, I'm breaking it all down so you can walk into your prenatal care feeling informed, confident, and clear on who does what.Here's what we cover:• What an obstetrician (OB-GYN) actually does and the surprising truth about how much time they spend with you during labor• The difference between a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) and a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) and why it matters• What a traditional midwife is, and what questions to ask any midwife you're considering• What a doula IS and is NOT• How all three roles can work together beautifully as a team• How to choose who's right for your birth based on your values and goalsWhether you're planning a hospital birth, a birth center experience, or a home birth, this episode will help you ask better questions and build a care team that truly supports you.Questions? Come find me on Instagram @rise.birth, I love hearing from you!Just getting started?Use my free pregnancy and birth research checklist to jumpstart your learning.Free roadmap to planning a natural birth:10 Steps to Natural Birth Want to feel more confident making decisions in labor?Join the Autonomous Birth Workshop to learn how to advocate for yourself and navigate birth with clarity.Free Scripture-Based Affirmation CardsFor encouragement and truth as you prepare for birth, download my Free Scripture-Based Affirmation CardsConnect with me on Instagram:@rise.birth