We offer a variety of tests to ensure both you and your baby are healthy throughout your pregnancy. If you have commercial insurance, any labs draw can be submitted to them. All blood draws can done at our office or we can arrange a local option. In addition to the […]
FAQ Category: General
Phone calls
After 37 weeks your midwife is on call for you 24/7. However, Non-emergency questions should be between 9am and 5pm Monday through Friday. If your midwife is at a birth or in an appointment she will return your call as soon as possible, please be understanding, we do not have […]
How many appointments will I have?
After your initial comprehensive appointment, which typically lasts an hour, you’ll have monthly check-ins until 28 weeks. These appointments are designed to discuss your health, baby’s development, and any lifestyle factors like nutrition, sleep, or stress that might affect your pregnancy. From 28 to 36 weeks, your visits become more […]
Do you give refunds?
Each case is unique and ultimately will be discussed with your midwife. Generally, if you transfer out of care and change providers before 37 weeks, and we are not involved in your labor, delivery, and postpartum care, then we may be able to refund your balance paid minus the deposit(s) […]
What if I birth before I arrive at the Birth Cabin?
Some people choose to continue to the birth house or BNB that they rented and and the midwife and team assist with the routine postpartum care, including the new born exam. Some people have planned to stay a few days or weeks after the birth and receive postpartum care and […]
What happens if I reach 42 weeks?
Tennessee Midwives Association (TMA) practice guidelines state a “post-maturity pregnancy (>42 completed weeks) require physician consultation and mayrequire physician referral and/or transfer of care.”If you go past 42 weeks, we will facilitate and be present with you, if you choose one of our local hospitals. Collaborative care can continue for […]
What if I need or want and ultrasound?
You have many options, we can help arrange a provider near you who offers ultrasound services. We can arrange in home or in the office ultrasounds. Many of our clients obtain at least one anatomy scan, and you are welcome to have additional ultrasounds if desired.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule my appointment?
If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, we kindly ask that you let us know quickly so we can adjust our schedule accordingly. This ensures that we can accommodate other clients who may be waiting for an appointment. If you do need to cancel or reschedule, simply contact […]
How do I make an appointment?
Please visit our Contact page and fill in the form.
Can I visit The Farm Midwives and The Farm Community?
We host an annual picnic that is both a ‘Meet-and-Greet’ and a reunion with clients, the first weekend in May. Additionally, please follow our Facebook and Instagram page for more events. The Farm Community is open to visitors. For a self-guided tour, stop at the Welcome Center to get a […]
