Homebirth General Discussion #6

[Cassius2]

yeah, that was kinda how our appts were too jennifer . i mean, we did a doppler check as DD1 loved to hear DD2s heart beating away (and then listening to her own heart was also pretty exciting lol). we also did blood pressure and sometimes a quick fundal measurement. and then we would have lunch together (DH planned to be home those days so that he could cook up a storm for Nic ).

I also didnt have the GD testing done, or strep b. the perks of having a homebirth and a close relationship with your IM is that they have the time to spend it with you and bubs post birth and will monitor you and bubs for any signs, something that a hossy just cant manage IYKWIM.

[Artechim]

Sara, if I had to pay I would probably opt for less visits, especially in the early days when not a lot is going on.

Ash, that sucks you are finding it so hard to find someone

They don't even offer strep b testing here - I asked last time and the midwife who has been doing hb's for over 20 years had never done one. She said that there was more chance of a mothers reaction to antibiotics than there was of baby getting GBS, and they watch for things like prolonged ruptured membranes etc to assess risk at the time.
I had GD in my first pregnancy so my midwife gave me a script for the testing sticks and I just took a few readings to make sure it wasn't back.

I feel a bit rude though, I have never offered my midwives a drink or lunch or anything! But they are around visiting people all day and reasonably busy so I figure they don't have time to sit around at each house visiting iykwim.

[Ilithyia]

Congratulations Artechim! The birth sounds as though it was oh so casual - perfect!

Thanks for sharing your antental experiences all Appreciate it.

Sara, if I had to pay I would probably opt for less visits, especially in the early days when not a lot is going on.

This is my thinking exactly. Whilst the Midwife I have in mind would only cost $3000 all up for all inclusive, I guess I still want to try and save where I can.

I think in the 1st/2nd Trimester I dont need monthly appointments. But I'd appreciate them in the 3rd tri for the support and the opportunity to build a trusting relationship with her.

I meeting with her at 12 weeks to discuss all that business.

Her name is Tricia Stewart (Brisbane). Has anyone here "used" her?

[Tegam]

I talked to her on the phone Sara when i was trying to decide which MW to go with, she seemed nice but i just clicked with the other one