If Someone’s Delivering Your Baby, You Should Probably Like Them

If someone’s delivering your baby… you should probably like them.In this episode, we’re talking all about choosing your OB or midwife, the differences between the two, what questions to ask before committing to a provider, and how to actually find a practice that feels like the right fit for you.We also talk about:• why you can interview multiple providers• switching providers during pregnancy (yes, even later on)• rotating providers in OB and midwifery practices• questions to ask about the hospital you’ll deliver at• pain management options, lactation support, and nursing care• why feeling comfortable and supported matters so much during pregnancy and birthI’m also sharing some of my own experiences with OBs and midwives, including my experience delivering with the midwives at Durham Women’s Clinic in Durham, North Carolina.Because at the end of the day… this is someone who will be supporting you during some of the most vulnerable moments of your life. You deserve to feel heard, respected, safe, and comfortable in your care.There are so many amazing providers out there—you’re really just looking for the right fit for YOU.Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allythedoulaWebsite: https://allyravendoula.comIf you’re pregnant and looking for birth support in Raleigh, NC or the surrounding Triangle area, you can learn more about my doula services or book a consult through my website.Keywords:Raleigh doula, North Carolina doula, OB vs midwife, choosing an OB, choosing a midwife, pregnancy provider, birth team, pregnancy support, birth support Raleigh NC, midwife care, pregnancy podcast, doula podcast, labor and delivery, postpartum support, first time mom, birth preparation, pregnancy education, Raleigh pregnancy support, Triangle doula