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Roots Birth & Women’s Health<\/p>\n

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GENERAL<\/h4>\n

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Certified Nurse-Midwives are independent healthcare providers who care for women through all stages of life, just like an Ob\/Gyn. However, we differ in philosophy and scope of practice. As midwives, we view pregnancy and women’s health as normal, physiologic processes. Our care is holistic and focuses on the unique needs of each individual and their family. We tend to spend more time with our patients and have a deeper emphasis on education and shared decision-making. During labor and birth, we provide hands-on support to our patients, using many different comfort measures. Unlike Ob\/Gyns, we do not do surgery. So, we will refer you to a physician if you need a cesarean birth or other surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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PREGNANCY\/BIRTH<\/h4>\n

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