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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Hmm, I delivered successfully (vaginally, if it matters) with midwives during that same previously described pregnancy. There was an OB overseeing in case of complications. The practice I mentioned above includes both midwives and physicians and all births are attended by OBs. Additionally, the OP didn’t say she’s obese or morbidly obese - she said overweight. You don’t seem like you came to this thread to offer anything supportive or helpful.[/quote]

No, I’m annoyed by all the people suggesting midwives when they are not appropriate for a high risk pregnancy (or potential pregnancy in this case) and when the OP is asking for an OB recommendation. It’s obnoxious. Midwives are only suited for low risk pregnancies. It’s not a personal insult to tell someone they have more risk factors for a negative outcome and therefore need a provider fully equipped to handle the full range of outcomes. [/quote]

I am overweight, IVF, over 35 and had a smooth and easy delivery with the GW midwives - no pain meds, no tears or stitches. If OP wants to check out the midwives with privileges at VHC, then the midwives will make the call about her risk factors and whether she is a good fit. Midwives are more likely to see the whole person and not weight shame and take the time during appointments to advise her if anxiety is an issue. If OP wants a gentler experience than one of the cattle call practices like Reiter Hill then a midwifery practice might be a good fit for her to consider.

I’ll add that I did Hypnobirthing and hypnosis with Lori Nicholson and I found it eased a lot of my anxiety around pregnancy and birth. [/quote]

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