Personalized Support for Your Hospital Birth

Planning to give birth in a hospital but want the personalized, continuous support of a midwife during labor? Monitrice care offers the best of both worlds.

Beachside Midwifery’s monitrice services provide personalized support throughout pregnancy, early labor, and the postpartum period—helping you feel informed, prepared, and confident as you navigate your hospital birth.

What Is a Monitrice?

A monitrice is a trained midwife who provides in-home labor support and clinical assessment for families planning a hospital birth.

Rather than rushing to the hospital at the first signs of labor, your monitrice can come to your home, assess how you and your baby are doing, and help you determine when it is the right time to transition to the hospital.

Our goal is to help you feel supported and confident throughout the process while keeping safety at the forefront of your care.

What Monitrice Services Include

Prenatal Guidance

Your care begins before labor. Prenatal visits provide an opportunity to discuss your birth preferences, prepare for hospital-based care, review your birth plan, and talk through what to expect during labor and delivery.

In-Home Early Labor Support

When labor begins, your monitrice can provide personalized support in the comfort of your home. This may help you feel more comfortable and confident during early labor while allowing time for labor to progress before heading to the hospital.

Maternal & Fetal Assessments

During your in-home labor visit, your monitrice can assess maternal vital signs, monitor fetal heart rate, and evaluate labor progress to help determine whether it is appropriate to remain at home or prepare for hospital admission.

Hospital Transition Support

When the time comes to head to the hospital, your monitrice can help you feel prepared for the transition and support you as you move into the next stage of your birth experience.

Postpartum Support

Your care doesn't have to end after your baby arrives. Follow-up support can include postpartum recovery guidance, breastfeeding and feeding support, and an opportunity to talk through your birth experience.

A Different Kind of Hospital Birth Experience

Choosing a hospital birth doesn't mean you have to navigate pregnancy and labor without personalized support.

With monitrice care, you can have a knowledgeable, familiar support person by your side—helping you prepare, understand what is happening, and make informed decisions throughout your journey.

Whether you're hoping to labor at home for as long as possible, want additional clinical support before heading to the hospital, or simply want the reassurance of having a midwife in your corner, Beachside Midwifery is here to support you.

Ready to Feel More Prepared for Your Birth?

Let's talk about whether monitrice care is right for you.

Contact Beachside Midwifery to learn more about monitrice services and schedule a consultation.