"If we hope to create a non-violent world where respect and kindness replace fear and hatred, we must begin with how we treat each other at the beginning of life.  For that is where our deepest patterns are set.  From these roots grow fear and alienation or love and trust."  -Suzanne Arms

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We Believe that caring for your health during pregnancy is key to a healthy baby and to the birth experience you desire.  Our Midwives offer careful guidance and information to help you achieve optimal health for you and your baby.  We work together including you in every decision-making process to insure the best possible outcome.  We will present every option and all of its alternatives.  We will always address your fears and concerns. 

We believe that pregnancy and birth is a normal natural occurence rather than an illness.  Our policy is one of non-intervention and watchful guidance in the normal process of pregnancy and birth.  This is not only the most natural way, but the safest way to approach birth.  We will also trained to recognize, and equipped to handle complications that could occur, and will determine if transfer to the proper medical practitioner/facility is warranted.

We will work with you to achieve the overall experience you are looking for, and strive to empower women and their families through this special time!

      Our Services Include:

•       Complete Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum Care
•       Birth Center & Waterbirth Deliveries
•       Laboratory, Ultrasound, & other Necessary Diagnostic Screenings
•        In-Home Postpartum Nursing Care & Lactation Home Visits
•        Nutrition & Exercise Counseling
•        Preconception Counseling
•        Comprehensive Pregnancy, Childbirth, Breastfeeding, Nutrition,  Parent , & Infant Massage Classes
•        Complete Well-Woman & Gynecological Care with an Experienced ARNP

 Prenatal Care

All prenatal care is provided by our highly qualified midwives within our birth center.  You will have regularly scheduled appointments throughout your pregnancy, with ample time for questions and to address all of your concerns with the midwife.  Our comprehensive holistic-based care has an emphasis on diet, nutrition and exercise for a preventative approach to your health and well-being.  In addition to any necessary labwork, you have a basic exam at each appointment to assess you and your baby's health.

   Birth Services

Our birth services offer you an alternative option to birthing in the hospital. Our midwives will be available to you throughout your labor and delivery.  We encourage hydrotherapy (submersion into water during labor), and are specialists in waterbirth.  We allow eating and drinking during labor, will have you wear your own clothing during labor, and you may bring your close family and friends to participate if you like.  Our policy is one of non-intervention, unless intervention is necessary and jointly decided between parents and the midwife.  It is the primary goal of our midwives to support and guide you through your labor, and give you and your family the control you deserve during this momentous occasion.

Postpartum Services 

We have an extensive postpartum follow-up program at the birth center.  After your 4-12 hour stay after delivery you will have two home visits with our staff nurse within the first week.  Our nurse and the midwife will provide you with the information and support needed for a quick recovery and successful breastfeeding.  We will also provide you with a referral to a lactation consultant or other services if needed.  You will then have a two-week and an eight-week office visit with the midwife for final postpartum evaluation.

Other Services

The Family Birth Center of Naples also offers various other services as mentioned above.  If you are interested in any other services, please call for more information or to schedule an appointment.

-THE FAMILY BIRTH CENTER OF NAPLES-

SERVING FAMILIES SINCE 1998

2930 Immokalee Road

Naples Florida 34110

239-594-0400