Talk With A Doc

On this episode of Talk With A Doc: Wellness Briefs, host Jennifer Semenza welcomes Mary Mittell, the medical director for midwifery at Providence Swedish. Mary discusses the transformative power of midwifery care—highlighting its distinct approach compared to obstetricians and doulas. She discusses the personalized care midwives provide for low and moderate-risk pregnancies, the unwavering support during labor, and the importance of building lasting relationships with families. Mary also sheds light on the collaborative nature of midwifery within hospital settings and the crucial role it plays in addressing cultural considerations and health disparities in maternal and infant outcomes.

Check out the Providence blog for more information on midwifery and all other health related topics.

If you would like to discover information about the role of a doula, please check out the Wellness Brief on Doulas.

 Please check out the Lifecycle episodes on good prenatal care with Dr. Emily Norland.

If you would like to know more about the role of a doula, please listen to the Wellness Brief: Doulas

 

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