Labor & Delivery
Compassionate, Personalized Support for Your Birth Journey
At Beachside Midwifery, we believe birth is a sacred and transformative experience. Our labor and delivery care is designed to provide you with the support, safety, and empowerment you need to welcome your baby into the world with confidence and peace.
Your Birth, Your Way
Every birth is unique, and our goal is to help you create an experience that aligns with your values, instincts, and desires. Whether you envision a waterbirth, movement-based labor, or hands-off support, we honor your choices while ensuring you and your baby are safe and well cared for.
With Beachside Midwifery, you’ll receive:
One-on-one, continuous care – A trusted midwife by your side from active labor through birth.
A calm, uninterrupted birthing space – No unnecessary interventions, just intuitive support.
Natural pain relief options – Waterbirth, movement, breathwork, massage, and more.
Immediate postpartum care – Skin-to-skin bonding, breastfeeding support, and newborn monitoring.
What to Expect During Labor & Delivery
Early Labor
- Guidance on when to call your midwife
- Techniques for comfort and relaxation at home
- Continuous communication and reassurance
Active Labor & Birth
- Your midwife arrives and assesses you and your baby
- Encouragement and hands-on support as needed
- Freedom to move, change positions, and follow your instincts
- Optional waterbirth setup for soothing, gentle labor
- Your partner and birth team are fully involved in the experience
Immediate Postpartum & Newborn Care
- Delayed cord clamping and uninterrupted golden hour
- Initial newborn exam performed at your bedside
- Support for breastfeeding and first latch
- Monitoring your well-being in the first critical hours after birth
Safety & Emergency Preparedness
We prioritize safety first while trusting in the natural process of birth. Our midwifery care includes:
- Regular monitoring of you and your baby’s well-being
- A well-established hospital transfer plan if medical care becomes necessary
Let’s Plan Your Birth Together
Bringing your baby into the world is one of life’s greatest milestones. With Beachside Midwifery, you’ll have compassionate, expert care that prioritizes your choices, your body, and your baby.