Should I switch to a midwife?

[missangie]

So I have been seeing my OBGYN for the length of my pregnancy this far and had started to see him towards the end of our infertility challenges before concieving. My husband and I have both decided that we want to have a natural birth and are going to try hypnobirthing. My question is, should I continue to see my OBGYN or should I be switching to a midwife?

 

[Samantha675]

Do you know your OB's stance on natural childbirth? Ask about his rate of epidurals, epitomizes, and use of pitocin. How many c-sections does he do? If it is high, then I would really think about using a midwife.

 

[StranjeGirl]

I am doing hypnobabies and my ob totally supports that. I love my doctor and feel he is way better and more knowledgeable than any midwife I have ever worked with, but it really depends on the doctor and how much you like him, and if he supports what you are trying to do.

 

[missangie]

great advice and great questions. thank you!