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What is Midwifery?
Midwifery care is based on a respect for pregnancy as a state of health, and childbirth as a normal life process. Every child-bearing family has a right to a safe, satisfying maternity experience with respect for human dignity and cultural variety.
A midwife:
- Is a health-care professional who has specialized education in midwifery and is registered and licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Midwives.
- Works with a pregnant woman and her family to provide care and support during pregnancy, labour, birth and the six weeks after the baby is born.
- Is an expert in normal pregnancy, birth and for six weeks after birth
- Collaborates with doctors, nurses, alternative/complimentary therapists, pharmacists, lab and ultrasound technicians and others to provide the best care possible for the woman, her baby and her family.
Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers—strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength.
--Barbara Katz Rothman
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What does a midwife do?
A midwife provides care for you during your pregnancy, assists you to deliver your baby, and cares for both you and your baby for six weeks after the baby is born. A midwife can order tests and procedures as well as consult with other health professionals as needed.
How do I access midwifery services?
Please call the midwifery office at (306) 655-5371.
Do I have to pay for midwifery care?
No. Midwifery services provided by Saskatoon Health Region are covered by Saskatchewan Health medical coverage.
Do I need a referral to receive midwifery care?
No. You can be referred by someone else, but you can also refer yourself.
Should I see a midwife and a doctor at the same time?
The type of caregiver you choose during your pregnancy is up to you. You can choose care by a midwife or by your doctor. If you choose a midwife, the midwife will collaborate with your doctor as required.
How do I know my midwife has the necessary skills to care for me and my baby?
All midwives in Saskatchewan must be registered in order to practise midwifery. To register, the midwives must meet the required education and training requirements outlined by the Saskatchewan College of Midwives.
You can ask your midwife to talk to you about their specific education and training, or you can talk to the Midwifery Registrar for Saskatchewan by calling (306) 781-1352, or by emailing registrar@saskmidwives.ca
Does the midwifery program have a waiting list?
Some months there are more women requesting services than can be safely accommodated. In those months we do have a waiting list. We encourage women to call in as early as possible.
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What Saskatoon Health Region Offers:
- Care given by well-educated and well-qualified health professionals.
- Care that focuses on you, your baby, and your family.
- Care that respects who you are and what you want during this pregnancy and birth.
- Care that involves you in decisions during the pregnancy, birth and in the six weeks after the baby is born. This includes the choice of birthplace.
- Care that is personal, provided by a small team of health professionals.
- Care that looks at pregnancy and childbirth as a natural process, while recognizing and using medical resources as needed.
- Care that is collaborative, allowing for midwives, doctors, nurses and other health professionals to work together for your health and your baby’s health.
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Contact Us
The Midwifery Program is based out of St. Paul’s Hospital. The office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Midwifery Program
c/o St. Paul’s Hospital
Room 101 230 Ave R South
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0Z9
Telephone: (306) 655-5371
E-mail: midwifery@saskatoonhealthregion.ca
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