Can I have a water birth with you?
Yes! Most clients are eligible for a water birth! We can discuss the specifics further in your free consultation. Shade Tree Midwifery also has options for birth tub rentals if you do not have a large enough tub at home.
Do you accept VBAC clients (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)
Yes! Rebekah & Matison are passionate about providing VBAC options for clients. There are some requirements such as low-transverse incision and obtaining your previous surgical reports. There needs to be 18 months from your last cesarean to this pregnancy’s Due Date. It is also strongly encouraged to see a chiropractor and other complementary providers for body work throughout pregnancy. Reach out to Matison & Rebekah for a no-obligation, free consultation!
Do you accept Insurance
Midwifery services with Shade Tree Midwifery are out-of-network for all providers. We do accept cost-sharing groups such as Samaritan Ministries, CHM, etc. It may seem that it would make a homebirth more expensive, but often times cash pay pricing is less than what your out-of-pocket would be for a hospital birth.
Where do you do appointments?
We have an office in Denton, Texas in a family friendly environment where both Rebekah and Matison see clients a couple of days a week, usually Monday, Tuesdays and Friday. Rebekah has a home office in Gainesville, Texas where both Matison and Rebekah see clients on Tuesday or Thursday (one day a week).
Rebekah/matison was my doula. Do you still do doula work?/You were my doula before, can you be again?
Sometimes when things work out on the calendar, we are able to still take doula clients and we do accept Montrice clients or co-care clients for planned hospital births. You can read more about that here. We try to make ourselves available for repeat doula clients.
What areas do you serve?
We serve a large portion of the DFW metroplex, into south-western Oklahoma. Denton, Decatur, Gainesville, Bowie, Rhome, Sherman, Keller, Lewisville, Flower Mound, Argyle, Grapevine, Fort Worth, Boyd, Pilot Point, Aubrey, Prosper, Celina, (to name a few…).
How long are you with me after the birth?
After your sweet baby is born, your birth team stays for 2-3 hours. Sometimes we need to stay a little longer, and that’s just fine! My goal is to be tucking you into bed as your hormones tell you that you’re tired and you’re ready to take a nice long nap after birth. If you have a birth-center birth, my goal is the same! To send you home before that post birth excitement wears off so you and your family aren’t driving home exhausted. We are available for any questions or concerns after the birth team leaves, there is a 24 hour phone check in and we will see you again between 48-72 hours after birth for your first postpartum visit (in the comfort of your own home)!
How many births do you accept a month?
We are usually able to greet 3-4 new lives each month. It depends on personal schedule and client distance etc. Book early for best availability! Sometimes we still have spots available and can take on late transfers. We are always happy to refer to other great midwives if our schedule is full.
We hope this answered some of your questions! If you have other questions or would like to schedule a free consultation with one of the midwives, you can email or fill out this form and either Matison or Rebekah will get back with you soon!