Centering Pregnancy

Centering Pregnancy includes a traditional health checkup with additional time and attention in a setting with other expectant parents. You’ll have your one-on-one healthcare checkup with your provider. 

Then you will join other women, who are due near the same time, for shared discussion of all things related to pregnancy, birth, the postpartum period, and parenthood.
 

Centering Pregnancy is a way for you to share learning and experiences with other pregnant women and to be involved in your own care. 

Better Health Outcomes

Numerous studies have shown that Centering Moms have fewer preterm deliveries and overall healthier babies. 

Self-Care

Moms are actively engaged in their own healthcare.

Self-Confidence

Centering moms are better prepared for labor, delivery, and the care of their infant. Centering
moms better understand what is normal during pregnancy, and what is cause for concern.

More Time With Your Providers

Moms in Centering spend 12 times more time with their providers than women in traditional care. 

Support and Friendship

Women enjoy being with other women, and their support people, who are going through a similar experience. This gives them an opportunity to share their knowledge and learn from one another and the wisdom of the group. Centering parents create lasting friendships. 

Learning and FUN

The most common word used to describe Centering is FUN! In Centering, you are actively engaged and involved in a discussion with your peers, rather than being lectured to or given a pamphlet. Healthy, delicious snacks, interactive activities, and music are a part of every session.