Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. We work with all insurance companies on an out-of-network basis. Our experienced billing team will help you navigate your insurance benefits, submit claims when appropriate, and answer questions throughout the process. While coverage varies by plan, we're committed to making the billing process as straightforward as possible.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.

  • We believe postpartum care is just as important as prenatal care. Every family receives a minimum of four postpartum visits, allowing us to support your physical recovery, emotional well-being, infant feeding, newborn adjustment, and any questions that arise during those important first weeks.

  • Yes. Our practice is staffed by full-time midwives who are dedicated to providing comprehensive, relationship-based care from your first visit through birth and postpartum.

  • Yes. Because we have privileges at Mount Sinai South Nassau, your midwife continues to care for you in the hospital whenever appropriate. While emergencies sometimes require additional specialists to become involved, our goal is for you to receive seamless care from the same team you've trusted throughout your pregnancy.

  • Many healthy individuals with low-risk pregnancies are excellent candidates for home birth. During your prenatal visits, we'll carefully review your medical history, pregnancy, and any risk factors to determine whether home birth is a safe option for you. If your circumstances change during pregnancy, we'll discuss your options together and create the safest plan for your birth.

  • Yes. Every labor is different, and we'll help you make the best decision based on your preferences and how labor is progressing.

  • Our care is relationship-based, personalized, and focused on supporting normal physiologic birth while recognizing when additional medical care is appropriate.Prenatal visits become more frequent as pregnancy progresses, and our 30-60 minute appointments allow plenty of time for education and questions.

  • Absolutely! We enjoy helping first-time parents gain confidence throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.

  • We'll monitor you and your baby closely and make decisions together based on your individual situation.

  • One of our full-time midwives will attend your birth. Every birth is also attended by a trained birth assistant, so you'll always have two experienced birth professionals present during labor and birth. We provide all of our own call coverage and catch all of our own babies. We do not rely on another practice to cover our births, allowing you to receive care from the team you've come to know throughout your pregnancy.

  • We do not have doulas on staff. However, we highly recommend hiring a doula if it's the right fit for your family. Doulas provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during labor, complementing the medical care provided by your midwife.

  • No. We offer full-scope gynecologic care in addition to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum services. Whether you need annual wellness exams, contraception counseling, menopause care, or evaluation for gynecologic concerns, we're here to care for you through every stage of life.

  • We intentionally schedule 30-minute to 1-hour appointments. This gives you plenty of time to ask questions, discuss concerns, receive individualized education, and build a meaningful relationship with your midwife without feeling rushed.

  • One of the advantages of our practice is that we have hospital privileges at Mount Sinai South Nassau. If a transfer becomes necessary, your midwife remains an active part of your care whenever possible. Rather than handing your care off to an unfamiliar provider, we continue to support you and work alongside the hospital team to provide a smooth, safe transition. Our goal is continuity of care, so you'll see familiar faces and have an advocate who knows you and your birth plan.

  • Birth is unpredictable, and our priority is always the health and safety of both you and your baby. We support physiologic birth while recognizing when additional medical care is beneficial. If your needs change, we work closely with the hospital team to ensure you receive the appropriate level of care while continuing to support you every step of the way.

  • We bring medications to treat postpartum hemorrhage, oxygen, newborn resuscitation equipment, IV supplies, newborn medications, and other emergency equipment recommended for out-of-hospital birth.

  • Prenatal visits become more frequent as pregnancy progresses, and our 30-60 minute appointments allow plenty of time for education and questions.

  • Some individuals may be candidates for a VBAC. We'll review your history and discuss whether it is a safe option for you.Our care is relationship-based, personalized, and focused on supporting normal physiologic birth while recognizing when additional medical care is appropriate.Prenatal visits become more frequent as pregnancy progresses, and our 30-60 minute appointments allow plenty of time for education and questions.

  • In most cases, yes. We encourage families to create a supportive birth environment while maintaining safety.

  • Yes. We assess your baby after birth, assist with feeding, monitor the transition, and coordinate ongoing care with your pediatric provider.

More Answers to Come!

  • How do I schedule a consultation?

  • When should I start prenatal care?

  • Can I switch to your practice if I'm already pregnant?

  • What lab work and ultrasounds do you offer?

  • Do you prescribe medications during pregnancy?

  • Can I use a birth pool?

  • What should I have ready for a home birth?

  • What are your cesarean birth rates and transfer rates?

  • What happens if my water breaks before labor starts?

  • Do you attend twin or breech births?

  • How do you monitor my baby during labor?

  • Do you support delayed cord clamping?

  • Can I have a water birth?

  • What if my baby needs medical attention after birth?

  • Can I receive care from your practice even if I plan to deliver in the hospital?

  • What should I expect at my first prenatal visit?

  • Do you offer preconception counseling?

  • Do you provide well-woman care after the postpartum period?