This month’s Stay Well Health Chat, Nicole Michalik from 92.5 WXTU and Marisa Magnatta from 93.3 WMMR welcome Tammy Motzenbecker, Lead Midwife and Clinical Director of Virtua Health’s Midwifery Birth and Wellness Center. Tammy clears up common myths surrounding midwifery care.
Tammy explains that all midwives at Virtua Health are certified nurse midwives with advanced training, providing evidence-based care that supports women through every stage of life. From gynecology and contraception to preconception counseling, menopause, and childbirth, Virtua midwives focus on personalized, holistic care and building strong, trusting relationships with their patients.
At the Midwifery Birth and Wellness Center, patients can benefit from a home-like environment and access to educational resources, including courses designed to help expecting mothers feel confident and empowered as they prepare for childbirth.
Some of the Topics Discussed:
- What exactly does a midwife do?
- There’s a common misconception that midwives only assist with home births. What does birth with a midwife typically look like at Virtua?
- How is midwifery care different from traditional OB/GYN care?
- What kinds of services do midwives provide outside of pregnancy?
- Is midwifery “outdated” or “less advanced?”
- How do midwives handle emergencies during labor and delivery?
- What are the most common misconceptions on midwifery?
For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit https://virtua.org/MBWC or call 856-247-7440.
