https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:45:28 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26753 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 00:04:33 +0000 mrsjazz 26753@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ms.Bucky: Thanks, I have that book. I've actually read it twice :) It's really great and if we stick with the hospital I plan on reading it one more time with my husband and using all of her suggestions. My OB is great--but you can't have a water birth in a NYC hospital (and my hospital doesn't have labor tubs)...with a birthing center I'll have access to the tub (though I know there's also a risk of being transferred to the hospital). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26731 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 23:31:16 +0000 Ms.Bucky 26731@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you like your OB it might be worth discussing your wishes first to see how supportive he/she is. You also might want to read the book "Natural Hospital Birth" by Cynthia Gabriel. I bought it based on the amazon reviews. I haven't had a chance to read it fully, but I like what I've read so far. It gives lots of good advise on how to feel empowered to have the birth you want within a hospital setting without having to fight tooth and nail for it. (The birthing center in my area gets decidedly mixed reviews, so I'll be exploring my hospital options when the time comes.) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26637 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 22:08:38 +0000 Green Thumb 26637@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I switched around 10 weeks. I tried to really let her see my side and she (and the rest of the practice) couldn't wait to dump me on the corner. It was really surprising and almost hurtful. I think when it comes to such a big part of your life you have to do what's best for you and baby. I loved my birth and look forward to doing it again. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26623 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:58:13 +0000 runsyellowlites 26623@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yea... that's pretty easy to do though. Just remember, just like if we go to a restaurant, or mechanic, or anywhere else, WE are the consumer &amp; so we get to choose what is best for our needs. Looking for the healthcare professional that can meet our wants &amp; needs is the SAME thing. Don't feel bad if you go somewhere else b/c he can't provide what you're looking for. It's not that you don't "like" him... simply that you can't get what you're looking for from him. ;) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26601 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:41:40 +0000 mrsjazz 26601@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks everyone! My next OB appointment is on Tuesday. I am going to talk to him more about the hospital policies and my husband and I are doing a tour of the birthing center and make a decision in the next couple of weeks. </p> <p>I think I'm overanalyzing and worrying too much about my OB. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26495 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:59:11 +0000 runsyellowlites 26495@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I should have made the switch with my first pregnancy.</p> <p>My midwife has had lots of moms switch to her late in their pregnancy, some even AFTER their due date b/c they were concerned about how they wanted their birth would go with their current (previous) obgyns.</p> <p>If you want a water birth then go for your water birth! =) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26475 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:43:29 +0000 MamaMoose 26475@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: When it comes to your baby you have to do whats best for you. Don't hesitate to do this if it's what you want. Your comfort is much more important than hurting your OBs feelings! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26453 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:36:52 +0000 ohapostrophe 26453@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I switched around 26 weeks from my OB to a midwife practice. It was a great decision for me and looking back I'm so glad I switched. I wouldn't worry too much about your OB. You wouldn't even have to tell him directly unless you wanted to. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/thinking-about-switching-to-a-birth-center#post-26133 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 13:36:32 +0000 mrsjazz 26133@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm 21w4d pregnant and currently have a great OB but my dream birth has always been a water birth, but we went with our current hospital because of I like my OB (I've had him as a GYN previously). I'm so afraid of having to fight for having a no to low-intervention birth that now I'm thinking of switching to a birthing center so that I can have my water birth.</p> <p>Has anyone made the switch? How did you tell your OB (especially if you have a great relationship?) </p> <p>Thanks! </p>