• Should be someone who is compatible with your lifestyle.
• Should be someone who is not affiliated with a particular doctor or hospital.
• Find out who her backup is in case the one you have chosen becomes unavailable.
• Find out her education and experience and ask for references.
• Question her about prenatal and postpartum visits.
• Does she have a consultation fee?
• Has she worked with your midwife, physician, been at any home births or at the hospital you have chosen.
• Discuss fees.
• Is she supportive of the father’s role and needs of the family?
• Does she have personal limits that she will or will not work with?
• What are the services she offers?
• Is she readily available? How can she be reached?
• Does she have other clients due near your due date?
• What is her training?
• Does she help you feel confident?

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