https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:15:34 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1476450 Thu, 06 Mar 2014 21:01:46 +0000 OMM4 1476450@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thank you so much! I would never have known to schedule an "interview" but I booked 2 (based on referrals/yelp) so we'll see how it goes. Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1465212 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 23:01:19 +0000 Mrs. Cookie 1465212@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was too nervous to do this but wish I had! I didn't know how to go about interviewing them and so I did a lot of online research, and phone calls. And so far I'm really happy with my decision! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464757 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 18:39:55 +0000 allison 1464757@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I did! You don't make an appointment, you schedule an interview. Let them know when you call to schedule that you're trying to choose your provider. Go in with a list of questions and see how it feels! I interviewed two doctors and a midwifery before I found the doctor I decided to use. Definitely recommend doing this! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464698 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:59:42 +0000 spaniellove 1464698@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>In my case all the reviews in the world didn't help me! It was just personal preference. There are a few practices in my area that everyone goes to. 99% of patients rave about them, but there are a few patients like me who want/need something different (more personalized/consistent care, alternative options) and never say anything online about them. What @LuLu Mom: said about getting opinions from people with similar values is important, I think. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464676 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:50:28 +0000 deactivated_account 1464676@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@OMM4: I had intended to do this but had the same concerns about insurance. I was switching medical groups and needed to find a new obgyn. My insurance would not cover multiple visits to various OBGYNs. I did a lot of research online about various OBGYNs within my insurance coverage. I looked at yelp reviews and educational background. I got personal references where I could. I figured there were about three I was interested in who were covered by my insurance. (The two I like the most are not covered by insurance so I didn't consider them.) Ultimately, the first OBGYN I went to (for annual well woman and preconception) I ended up really loving. If I would have had to go to other doctors to check them out, I would have just paid out of pocket. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464629 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:36:49 +0000 LuLu Mom 1464629@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would think that they would be too busy for a meet and greet? I think word of mouth is the best way to go! Getting other women's opinions, especially those with similar values/likes as you would be the best place to start. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464606 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:28:04 +0000 mrsjyw 1464606@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't and wish I had. I never really LOVED my ob and he totally gave me a meltdown right before delivering. SO grateful his partner ended up being my delivery doctor! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464603 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:26:14 +0000 blackbird 1464603@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would think most OBs are too busy to meet and smooze with patients that may or may not pick them. i'd ask a friend for a recommendation, honestly!</p> <p>I dunno, my OB is packed! And I think that's a good sign :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464583 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:16:58 +0000 mrs. 64 1464583@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Like you, I read about this but didn't know exactly how to do about doing it. I just ended up picking one and initially I wasn't very happy with my choice. My last appointment went better so I think I will stick with them, but I really wish that I felt 100% comfortable with my practice. One thing to keep in mind is that you might agree with the overall philosophy of the practice or get along well with some of the doctors and/or midwives, but that you will likely be seeing different doctors and/or midwives throughout your treatment and you will probably like some better than others. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464535 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:01:00 +0000 spaniellove 1464535@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Sort of...I went to a couple OBs for preconception appointments to get a feel for the practice. When I actually got pregnant I went with another practice, and after a couple appointments (I needed 3 in a very short time) I realized I wanted someone else and switched right away. Insurance had no problem with all the switching. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464470 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 16:33:05 +0000 Cole 1464470@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have sort of done this. I had a practice I liked but they were too far and my gyn doesn't deliver anymore. I called a practice I wanted to check out and they have me a 30 minute meet and greet appointment, the receptionist didn't seem at all surprised when I called and asked if it would be possible to sit down with someone to learn more about the practice and see if I wanted to use them. We couldn't stand that practice though so I just went ahead and made an appointment with another practice for an official first visit. I had talked with my insurance before and they said they strongly encourage second opinions and that if for any reason something were rejected to just call in and they would fix it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464469 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 16:33:03 +0000 snowjewelz 1464469@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Can you schedule a meet &amp; greet so it's not an official appointment? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464456 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 16:26:47 +0000 Mrs.Someone 1464456@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've heard of OB "speed dating" events, but never facilitating something like this on your own. Seems like too much of a hassle! I checked out Yelp and asked my Naturopath (who saw me at 4w and to get pregnant). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/audition-ob#post-1464447 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 16:24:34 +0000 OMM4 1464447@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hi! Did anyone here meet with multiple OBs before deciding who to go with? I've seen advice online suggesting that as a way to find a dr you're comfortable with, but I'm wondering how that works for insurance purposes. I can't imagine my insurance company would pay for multiple first appointments. Any advice would be appreciated! </p>