Choosing where to give birth is one of the first big decisions of pregnancy - and in a smaller, rural community like Nelson, it can feel like there are different considerations. Let's walk through your hospital and home birth options together, so you can decide what feels right for you and your family.

A guide to maternity care in Nelson, BC and the West Kootenays. Learn the difference between midwives, family doctors, OBs, and doulas - what each one does, who provides care locally (including Kootenay Born, Apple Tree, Colibri, and Blue Heron Midwifery), and how to build a birth team that actually fits your needs.