Home-Based Postpartum Care
After a Hospital Birth
Why choose home-based midwifery care after a hospital birth?
THE CARE OF MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME
THE CARE OF MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME
At Coyote Midwifery we believe that all birthing people should be granted access to comprehensive, personalized postpartum care, regardless of where they choose to give birth. Our home-based postpartum care package is designed for those attending prenatals and birthing in the hospital but who desire postpartum care tailored to the unique needs of the postpartum family.
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The postpartum period is a special time of healing and growth. As midwives we do our best to assist families in protecting this sacred space. During our visits we spend time honoring both the parent and child as individuals, and as a dyad. We are often the only care providers baby sees until their 2 month check up with a pediatrician.
Benefits of being seen by a care provider postpartum include thorough examination and assessment of parent and baby. As care providers we are attuned to recognizing and addressing postpartum complications. We are equipped to screen for common postpartum struggles and provide peace of mind that both parent and baby appear well. In the time spent with your care provider postpartum you will be able to ask questions, voice any concerns, and be an active part in learning the signs and appearance of healthy, healing, happy bodies.
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(Hint: this is a great gift for new families!)
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the Benefits:
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Stay HomeYou shouldn't have to leave home to receive the care you need. Our postpartum care package is designed to protect the 4th trimester, which includes the initial three months after birth. This is a special time when parent and baby are adjusting to life separated while still relying on each other in so many ways. We come to you in your home to provide care in your nesting space. Remaining in this safe space can increase oxytocin while mitigating stress, allows for skin-to-skin and feeding on demand, promotes sleep and rest for healing bodies.
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Medical Care for Parent & ChildOur hour-long appointments provide space for thoroughly assessing physical and emotional well-being. At each visit we perform vitals and wellness checks on both parent and baby. We will provide anticipatory guidance and answer any questions that arise. When indicated we will offer lab testing in your home, confirm bleeding is normal, monitor for signs of infection, and assess for postpartum depression. During our newborn exams we assess for various newborn complications including jaundice, congenital heart defects, and signs of infection. We also provide newborn screening (PKU test) and monitor weight gain. In the case of complications we work collaboratively with hospital staff to insure optimal care. When appropriate we may treat complications out of hospital, including in-home lab testing and/or bili lights to treat jaundice.
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Lactation SupportComprehensive support for newborn feeding which includes nursing, bottle feeding, chest feeding, and inducing or suppressing lactation. We provide assistance with latch, troubleshooting, weight checks, and creating a rhythm. If needed we can broaden your care team to include IBCLC, chiropractors specializing in newborn craniosacral adjustments, acupuncturists and ENT experts.
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Emotional SupportEmotional and logistical support through the transition of welcoming a new baby into your family. Your emotional and mental well-being is important, and we will provide care and assist with game-planning. We monitor for signs of baby blues, postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety and will connect you to outside resources as appropriate. We strive for a community-based approach to postpartum care.
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