Nurse-Midwifery Program
The Nurse-Midwifery Program at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates offers comprehensive care for women. Our midwives attend births at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and Lowell General Hospital. They also offer pre- and post-natal care, ongoing health education, and routine gynecological services. All Harvard Vanguard midwives are registered nurses with advanced degrees and training who are certified nationally and licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
A strong feature of the Harvard Vanguard program is the collaboration between midwives and obstetricians. This connection provides a wide range of healthcare offerings that can meet each woman’s personal needs. Throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and beyond, midwives provide a supportive presence that respects the uniqueness of each woman and her family.
The Certified Nurse-Midwives of
the Harvard Vanguard Midwifery Service provide women with:
- comprehensive prenatal, labor and birth, and postpartum care,
- ongoing health education, and
- routine gynecological services at several locations.
Throughout pregnancy, labor and birth, Harvard Vanguard midwives provide care in collaboration with your obstetrician. Your care is focused on your unique physical, social, and emotional needs. The Harvard Vanguard midwives also strive to keep you well informed and encourage active participation in all aspects of your care.
We offer women a variety of options for pain relief, including hands-on relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, pain medication, or epidural anesthesia. Our philosophy encourages women to trust their bodies as they do this miraculous work, and during labor nurse midwives are there to offer support to women with a personalized approach. Think of it as having your own personal birth coach with you in the delivery room. And if medical interventions are indicated, our physicians are readily available.
The Nurse-Midwifery Program at Harvard Vanguard accepts most major insurance plans. If you would like more information please contact us.
