First appt with midwife at hospital

[ladybird11]

I really have no idea about the birth - I think I like the sound of a midwife as opposed to a Dr - and unless necessary I don't want a C-Sect, I'd prefer a vaginal birth - with gas. (I've read not to call it a natural birth as there is some form of human intervention - is that right?).

But I don't know how the midwife thing works. I assume there is a Dr on deck should they be required - then again, I asusme every hospital works differently? I'm sure all things will make sense on my appt on Wednesday morning.

I feel like there is so much I need to learn - but I don't know where to start or in what order. Any hints?