Frequently Asked Questions

My global fee for home birth midwifery care is $5,000. This includes prenatal, birth, and postpartum care, along with my presence, expertise, and on-call commitment. Comprehensive maternity care sometimes includes services or supplies that are handled separately from the midwifery fee. For a detailed outline of what is included and excluded, please schedule a free consultation so you can make an informed decision for your family. Payment plans are available.

I do not bill insurance directly. Clients are responsible for payment of midwifery services. I may be able to provide a superbill for possible reimbursement, and laboratory services may be billed separately to insurance. Coverage nor reimbursement are guaranteed. I believe midwifery care should be accessible to the community and offer individualized payment plans.

Home birth is generally appropriate for healthy women experiencing low-risk pregnancies who desire out-of-hospital care. “Low risk” typically means no significant medical conditions, no history of certain pregnancy complications, and a pregnancy progressing within normal parameters. I will review your full health history with you to determine whether home birth is a good fit.

If a medical need arises during pregnancy or labor, or if you choose, transfer to hospital care is arranged. During your care, we will develop a personalized emergency plan based on your location and nearest appropriate facilities. Clear communication and continuity of support remain a priority during any transition.

I serve families throughout Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia in the Appalachian Highlands, including Tri-Cities region (Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol) and surrounding rural communities. Travel radius and eligibility are reviewed during your consultation to ensure you are within my service area for home birth care.

I am a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) licensed in Tennessee and Virginia. CPMs are trained specifically in out-of-hospital birth and specialize in home birth care. Certified Professional Midwives maintain certification in neonatal resuscitation and life support, and are licensed to carry and administer select medications for the management of common birth-related complications in the home setting.