Specialist. Champion. Midwife.

Our midwives do more.

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Midwifery

Education. Guidance. Advocacy. Expertise. Through pregnancy and beyond. Our midwives do more. 

At Spectrum Health, all our Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) are registered nurses (RN) with advanced degrees in women’s health and midwifery. From family planning to prenatal care to that special moment when you bring your baby home, our CNMs are here for you when you want a personalized, hands-on approach to your care. Our CNMs strive to be your trusted partner, with longer appointment times to understand your unique needs and empower you to make informed decisions about your health.

Expert, collaborative care during pregnancy and birth

Our CNMs work in collaboration with our physicians, allowing for coordinated care and seamless referrals to specialists, if needed. We’re the only hospital-based midwifery program in West Michigan—giving you the personalized care you desire, with the peace of mind that comes from having our expert resources here if you need them, including Michigan’s largest Level IV NICU at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital.

Find the fit that's best for you.

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Not sure what’s best for you? Every pregnancy is unique—which is why we offer a team of Certified Nurse Midwives and Obstetricians for you to choose from. At Spectrum Health, you have options to deliver your baby, your way.

What midwives can do for you

Midwives provide a personalized experience
You can see a midwife at any age
Midwives are here for you, even on the hard days
One patient’s personalized midwifery experience
Midwives empower their patients
Not pregnant? You can still see a midwife
Midwives focus on making you feel comfortable
Midwives deliver in Corewell Health hospitals

Our Certified Nurse Midwife specialties

  • Birth control & family planning
  • Pregnancy & childbirth services for low-risk pregnancies
  • Individual and group prenatal care
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Post-partum care & support
  • Routine gynecologic care, such as annual well-woman exams
  • Menopause management

Frequently asked questions

Do midwives have formal medical training?
Do midwives deliver at hospitals?
Do I have to choose between a midwife and an OB-GYN?
Can midwives administer pain medications?
Is midwifery care covered by insurance?
Do midwives only provide birthing services?

Find a Certified Nurse Midwife

Our experienced CNMs are ready to serve you, right in your community.