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Compassionate care from expert midwives

At NewYork-Presbyterian, we approach women’s healthcare by centering your needs and giving you options. Our experienced midwives offer full-scope, personalized women’s health services for all stages of life. Whether you’re welcoming a new baby or seeking routine gynecological care, we prioritize your preferences, cultural beliefs, and comfort every step of the way.

We’re dedicated to bringing accessible women’s health services right to the communities we serve. You can find midwifery care at convenient locations throughout our network in New York City, Westchester, and the Hudson Valley.

Delivering your baby with a midwife

Our certified nurse-midwives are experts at delivering babies with skill and care. Midwives collaborate with physicians and nurses on the labor and delivery unit to support with labor and postpartum care.

Expectant parents with low-risk pregnancies can request a midwife to perform or assist with their delivery at select NewYork-Presbyterian locations throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Westchester, and Hudson Valley. We’re here to ensure that your pregnancy journey — before, during, and after birth — is as safe and comfortable as possible.

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Our midwifery services

Midwives are not just experts in delivering babies – they can also provide a full gamut of women’s health services. Our skilled midwives at NewYork-Presbyterian offer a range of care, including:

  • Breast exams
  • Birth control and contraception counseling
  • Family planning
  • Pap smears
  • Perimenopause and menopause support
  • Preconception counseling
  • Prenatal and postpartum care
  • Routine gynecological exams
  • Testing and treatment for STIs
  • Vaginal delivery, including twin deliveries

Frequently asked questions about midwives

What type of training and qualifications does a midwife have?

In the U.S., many midwives are Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) who hold both a nursing license and a graduate degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in midwifery. Midwives may also be “Certified Midwives.”

How do midwives help during childbirth?

Midwives can provide clinical and/or emotional support during labor. They monitor the health of the parent and baby, perform exams, and facilitate the delivery. Their approach emphasizes low-intervention care, focusing on natural pain management and movement, though they can provide medical interventions or epidurals when necessary in hospital settings.

Can I work with a midwife if I have a high-risk pregnancy?

At NewYork-Presbyterian, our midwives work with pregnant patients who are considered low-risk. However, some midwives can work in collaboration with OB/GYNs to manage high-risk cases. In this "collaborative care" model, the midwife provides personalized support and wellness care, while the physician manages the specific medical complications.

Are midwives and doulas the same?

No. Midwives are medical providers who deliver the baby and are responsible for the clinical safety of the birth. Doulas are non-medical support professionals who help provide comfort, emotional encouragement, and advocacy, but do not perform medical tasks.

Find a midwife near you

Whether you’re in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Westchester, or Hudson Valley, our midwives are here to provide compassionate women’s health services, including pregnancy support. Browse our locations to find convenient, comprehensive midwifery services near you.

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