GoreWho will I be seeing at my prenatal office appointments?
Prenatal appointments are generally with our nurse-midwife, but may also be with our nurse practitioner or physician.
Who will be there for my birth?
Our nurse-midwife, Erin Stoesz, or Dr. Ross will attend your birth. High-risk births often include both providers.
Can I get an ultrasound at your office?
Ultrasounds are typically done at your first prenatal appointment as well as at 20 weeks. There may be additional ultrasounds recommended based on medical necessity.
Can I still see a midwife if I plan a cesarean birth?
Absolutely! Nurse-Midwives are well qualified to care for women who plan cesarean birth and assist a physician in the operating room.
What pain management options does Cherry Hills Midwifery, Obstetrics, & Gynecology offer?
Cherry Hills Midwifery, Obstetrics, & Gynecology's primarily delivers at Swedish Medical Center's labor and delivery unit, which offers hydrotherapy (water labor), birth balls, IV pain medications, and labor epidurals. You are also welcome to hire a doula for labor support.
What kind of fetal monitoring can I expect when I’m in labor?
Cherry Hills Midwifery, Obstetrics, & Gynecology offers doppler monitoring, also known as intermittent auscultation, for low-risk mothers. The hospital also has portable monitoring to allow for freedom of movement. These portable monitors are also able to be used in the labor tub.
