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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Idaho, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

Birthing Choices: Birth Settings

Hospital
They offer services to those who want access to medical interventions, or first-time parents who prefer a traditional setting. Their features include 24/7 medical staff, including OB/GYNs, midwives, anesthesiologists, and neonatal care teams, Pain management options, including epidurals and IV medications and Emergency services available, such as C-sections and NICU care. Learn More

Birth Centers
This is best for low-risk pregnancies and those who want a home-like environment with fewer medical interventions. Their features include: Midwife-led care, often with certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) or certified professional midwives (CPMs), More freedom in birth choices, including water births, movement during labor, and non-medicated pain relief options, Hospital transfer plan in place in case of complications.

Home Births

Licensed midwives offer home birth options for families who prefer a private and familiar setting.

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