At Roots Community Birth Center, we value not only the data that supports the importance of prenatal care for your physical health, but also the need for connection and trust that is built when you get ample time to talk with your midwife during your visit.
Getting regular prenatal care has been shown to improve health outcomes for birthing people and babies. In the midwifery model of care that Roots Midwives practice, birthing people get specialized prenatal care that is customized to your specific health and wellness needs.
During a typical prenatal care visit we check on you and your baby to make sure you are both healthy and thriving. We believe strongly in informed consent at Roots Birth Center and no test or check will ever be done without first spending time explaining why the information would be needed and what the test involves. At Roots you will always have shared decision making during your prenatal care, birth, and beyond. We are here to walk with you on your journey through pregnancy and birth.
Regular visits to check on you and your baby during your pregnancy with a healthcare provider. At Roots, you can expect to see your midwife monthly during your pregnancy for a prenatal visit until approximately 36 weeks gestation at which time you will come more frequently until your baby is born.
During your visit you can expect to have a few basic checks done on you and your baby that include blood pressure monitoring, listening to your baby’s heart rate, and measuring your baby’s growth. Some visits include other tests or diagnostics that are appropriate for that stage of your pregnancy. Each visit is unique and we add in educational pieces and spend plenty of time to make sure you get all your questions answered.
Getting regular prenatal care helps to identify if you and baby are healthy and thriving. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) clients should receive a minimum of 8 prenatal visits during their pregnancies, because this has been shown to better detect potential pregnancy complications as they develop (WHO, 2016)
We are happy to see you at any point in your pregnancy!
If you’re needing first trimester support, we are here from you at the start. If you find us later on we are happy to care for you as well.
The typical visit schedule is monthly in prior to 28 weeks, bi weekly between 28-36, and then weekly until baby. More visits are welcome if you need them.
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At Roots Community Birth Center we wholeheartedly believe in and practice the Midwifery Model of Care. Those new to the Midwifery Model of Care will notice the gentle approach we take in all our visits.
Community midwives, such as those at Roots Community Birth Center, value independent practice that is separate from a hospital system and are skilled experts in out-of-hospital birth.
We take our time, we ask questions, and we listen. The hands on approach of Community Midwifery Care is at its core a shared decision making model where birthing people are empowered to learn about their body and baby to make educated decisions.
Twin Cities birthing families can enjoy our midwifery care model at our Minneapolis birth center and experience truly holistic care where they feel that they have trusted partners in their decision making process for every step of their health journey towards welcoming their children.
Midwives are independent care practitioners for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. They provide holistic medical care during prenatal visits as well as during the birth and postpartum.
A community midwife is a licensed midwife with enhanced training for out of hospital birth who offers care within a community based, independently owned practice and not within a hospital system. Community based midwives can be certified nurse midwives (CNM), certified professional midwives (CPM).
Midwives are independent care practitioners for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. They provide holistic medical care during prenatal visits as well as during the birth and postpartum. Midwives can also be your primary health provider for annual exams, contraception and keeping you healthy.
Our Certified Nurse Midwife, Willa, provides kind and gentle care to anyone with a uterus over the age of twelve.
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Roots Community Birth Center believes in doulas as much as we believe in midwifery care for all. As a part of our commitment to birthing families and doulas, we have a doula internship. These passionate doulas are volunteers for Roots clients. If you are not a Roots client they are available for hire. Read each bio and reach out if you think someone is a fit!
Hi! My name is Alexis, and I would love to be your doula and support you during your pregnancy and birthing journey. I am a DONA-trained doula and am passionate about women’s health and, more specifically, childbirth. I graduated from the University of Michigan and studied anthropology with a focus on birthing systems and birth cultures worldwide. For the last 8 years, I have worked in various daycare settings and as a nursing assistant at the Children’s Hospital of Minnesota, and am incredibly comfortable and familiar with newborns.
Childbirth is an intimate and personal experience, and I want to help you navigate your options and ultimately feel comfortable and confident with your decisions. My main goal is to make you feel heard, respected, and empowered. I believe a doula’s job is to listen to the mother and help her achieve the best birthing experience for her, whatever that may be. Please feel free to reach out to see if we would be a good match! I look forward to meeting you!