Congratulations on beginning your amazing journey to parenthood.
Our goal at Birth Journey Midwives is to support and inform you throughout your pregnancy and beyond.
Our philosophy
Birth Journey Midwives is a collective of dedicated midwives in Christchurch and North Canterbury who share values of Partnership, Commitment and Aroha.
We provide midwifery care to women and families living in the northern suburbs of Christchurch and throughout the Waimakariri and Hurunui Districts.
All our clients can expect the following services as part of their care:
Free pregnancy testing
24-hour urgent on call availability by your midwife or another practice member
Regular antenatal appointments and a plan developed with you for your care, including your labour and birth
Referrals with specialist services, if required
Choice of birthing facilities, including:
Home births
Christchurch Women’s Hospital
St George’s Maternity
Rangiora Birthing Unit
Water births, we have pools available for hire in the practice
Postnatal appointments, up to 6 weeks following birth
Breastfeeding and parental support, we have breast pumps available for hire
Contraception advice
Referrals you to your chosen Well Child Tamariki Ora Provider after the birth of your baby