Austin Area Birthing Center, Inc.

07/23/2024

Newborn screening involves a heel prick test to collect a blood sample. This vital test checks for rare but serious conditions. The blood is analyzed in a lab to identify any potential health concerns early on 💉

07/19/2024

If you’re nearing your due date, it’s natural to be a little anxious about labor and birth. It is a life-changing experience. Knowing what to expect on the day of can help calm those nerves a little bit.

We have gathered some of the most common questions that clients usually ask us regarding labor and birth. To learn more, check out our recent blog!

To learn more about Labor & Birth at Austin Area Birthing Center, check out our recent blog!

07/16/2024

We provide personalized care with relaxed prenatal visits and an innovative Centering Pregnancy approach that combines regular checkups with group support and education. Enjoy private, home-like birthing suites and tailored labor support, followed by uninterrupted time with your baby during your postpartum stay and a customized postpartum visit schedule.

07/09/2024

Demonstrations like this are some of THE BEST ways to get hands-on experience and keep our skills completely sharp in various emergency scenarios.

07/05/2024

Water birth is becoming an increasingly popular choice and offers numerous benefits for labor and birth. Submerging in water promotes relaxation, easing back pain and discomfort experienced during labor.

It is a great choice for mothers opting for a natural birth. Additionally, it poses minimal risks to both the mother and the baby, making it an attractive option for many. To learn more about water birth at Austin Area Birthing Center, check out our recent blog!

To learn more about water birth at Austin Area Birthing Center, check out our recent blog!

07/04/2024

A Fetal Non-Stress Test (NST) is a procedure to assess the baby's well-being by monitoring the fetal heart rate, uterine contractions, and baby's movements. For mothers over 35, we recommend weekly NSTs starting at 36 weeks, and if the due date passes by more than a week, typically at 41 weeks. At 41 weeks, we alternate between NST and ultrasound to ensure the baby's health.

07/02/2024

At the heart of our services lies a deep commitment to prenatal care. We create a welcoming environment where families are empowered to actively participate in their healthcare journey, right from the very beginning. We offer a full spectrum of prenatal care options, including childbirth education classes, group prenatal care visits, and postpartum support groups. Our aim is to foster a supportive and knowledgeable community for expecting and new parents as they embark on the incredible adventure of pregnancy and early parenthood!

06/28/2024

Another empowered birth that emphasizes how amazing our bodies really are. One of our mothers delivered this sweet 10lb 11.5oz baby girl, catching her own baby in the water while her midwives cheered her on.

06/25/2024

For over 35 years, we have provided exceptional prenatal, labor and birth, postpartum, and wellness care to our community. At Austin Area Birthing Center, we are committed to ensuring a serene, comfortable, and natural pregnancy and childbirth experience 🤍

06/21/2024

The day you deliver your baby marks one of the biggest milestones in your life. Planning helps ensure that everything happens according to your wishes and that there are less unexpected questions to cause stress in the moment.

One important aspect of planning includes who you want on your birth team. To learn more about choosing your birth team, check out our recent blog!

Choosing Your Birth Team

06/18/2024

Our birth suites cater to your natural instincts. Labor in any position that feels right, whether using the birth tub feels right for you, experimenting with various birthing positions, or simply resting in the spacious bed as you welcome your little one.

06/16/2024

To the superheroes without capes, Happy Father’s Day! Your superpowers of love and care make the world a better place. 🦸‍♂️

06/11/2024

Welcoming a newborn is a magical time, and we understand the immense responsibility that comes with caring for your little one. We're dedicated to providing the utmost care for both you and your precious baby. Our team is passionate about creating a nurturing environment where your newborn can thrive 🥰

06/07/2024

An episiotomy is a surgical cut made in the perineal area during birth. The purpose is to expand the area of the vaginal opening so that a baby can easily pass through it without causing further damage in the region.

The idea behind episiotomy is to give a controlled incision in the perineum to prevent larger tears that may occur during natural birth. However, it is not always necessary. To learn more about episiotomy, check out our recent blog!

What is an Episiotomy?

06/06/2024

We offer comprehensive prenatal care similar in schedule to a standard OB-GYN, with regular checkups tailored to your pregnancy's progress. Visits begin monthly, then become more frequent as you get closer to delivery. However, the nature of the appointments is unique with a midwife. Our in-depth first appointment allows for a full hour of personalized discussion and examination with your midwife, and subsequent visits are efficient at 30 minutes, utilizing educational checklists to ensure you're informed and empowered throughout your pregnancy journey.

06/04/2024

For over 35 years, Austin Area Birthing Center has been dedicated to personalized care, ensuring a beautiful, comfortable, and natural pregnancy and birth. Let us guide you on your journey to empowered motherhood.

05/28/2024

Every breath brings you one step closer to meeting your baby ❤️

05/24/2024

It is a common misconception that "high-risk" pregnancies can only be monitored by OB/GYN doctors instead of midwives. However, some high-risk individuals can still benefit from midwifery care. To learn more, check out our recent blog!

Is Midwifery Care for Me if I am High-Risk?

05/21/2024

Emergency drills keep us on our toes and help us practice what to do in emergency situations so we can remain composed and keep our clients' health and safety a top priority!

05/14/2024

More than just delivery! Midwives provide comprehensive prenatal care, labor support, and postpartum guidance. Find a midwife near you and explore your birthing options this National Women's Health Week!

05/12/2024

Here's to the amazing mothers who inspire us, nurture us, and love us unconditionally. Happy Mother's Day!

05/10/2024

You may already know that birth centers are a suitable and safe option for low-risk natural births. But if you’re a mother who has had their first baby via a C-section, you’re probably wondering if you can ever give birth at the birth center.

Good news, a natural birth after a C-section is possible as long as certain criteria are met. This is known as a VBAC, vaginal birth after cesarean. To learn more about VBAC, check out our recent blog!

VBAC is when you have a vaginal birth after cesarean. To learn more about VBACs at Austin Area Birthing Center, check out our blog.

05/09/2024

VBAC stands for vaginal birth after Cesarean section, and it's a popular choice among mothers seeking a different birthing experience. At Austin Area Birthing Center, we prioritize offering everyone the opportunity to have the birth they desire, regardless of past experiences. While factors like failure to progress or fetal distress may have led to a previous C-section, they don't necessarily determine future birthing options. We carefully consider various factors, including baby weight, when discussing recommendations for a VBAC. For women who have had two or more Cesarean sections, hospital births and subsequent Cesarean sections are typically recommended.

05/07/2024

Our philosophy of care is that birth is a normal, physiologic process and that community birth is not only safe but optimal care for low-risk clients and their babies!

05/05/2024

Thank you, midwives, for your unwavering support, expertise, and advocacy for maternal and newborn health 🤍

04/30/2024

The midwifery model of care is a holistic approach to pregnancy. We emphasize individualized, patient-centered care. We care about the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of the mother throughout the entire pregnancy process!

04/26/2024

During your birth classes or pregnancy research, you have likely already learned how the baby is connected to the placenta via the umbilical cord. This cord provides the passage for nutrients and oxygen from the mother to the baby and carries waste away from the baby.

As you deliver your baby, the cord is still attached and needs to be clamped and cut accordingly. Midwives generally prefer a pathway of delayed cord clamping for numerous reasons. To learn more about delayed cord clamping, check out our recent blog!

Delayed Cord Clamping: What are the Benefits? Midwives generally prefer a pathway of delayed cord clamping for numerous reasons.

04/23/2024

Did you know... Newborns are born with a strong grasp reflex, which allows them to instinctively hold onto objects placed in their hands or if you give them a finger to hold!

04/16/2024

As your due date approaches, consider using birth balls or peanuts to alleviate any pressure you may be experiencing, even if labor hasn't started yet. Discuss with your midwife to explore the options they recommend for your comfort as you near childbirth!

04/12/2024

We enjoyed hosting the board members of the Centering Healthcare Institute! It was so much fun getting to share our center with you!

04/02/2021

ATTENTION: Our offices will be closed today, 4/2/21 for the holiday weekend. We will resume normal business hours on Monday 4/5/21. Have a great weekend!