Homebirth General Discussion #6

[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