Basic Services:
Prenatal care is the foundation upon which a healthy baby and pregnancy are built. Our clients are seen on a normal prenatal schedule and receive more face to face time with their care provider. The typical schedule is as follows:
- Monthly visits until 28 weeks
- Biweekly visits from 28 weeks through 36 weeks
- Weekly visits from 36 weeks until the baby is born
- During the first visit all clients are screened using Risk Criteria to ensure they are low risk and qualify for out of hospital birth.
- Cases involving complications which cannot be handled safely in the birth center or at home will be referred to persons trained to deal with obstetrical difficulties
- If a transfer is deemed necessary during labor, KBC staff will accompany you for continuity of care and support
Additional included services:
- Routine obstetrical labs are drawn during your prenatal care are processed by a full-service laboratory
- You will receive education regarding nutrition, exercise and well-being during pregnancy, and the postpartum and newborn period
- We will provide full labor and birth support and care
Postpartum and Newborn follow up care includes:
- A follow-up home visit 24-48 hours after birth to evaluate mother and baby adjustment
- Follow up office visits during days 4-5 and days 10-14 for breastfeeding support and newborn screening
- Your care provider is available if additional care is needed