Perinatal and HomeBirth Services

Dr. Merci offers comprehensive preconception, prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care, ensuring a personalized and intimate birthing experience. She prioritizes your well-being and preferences, making this an excellent choice for those seeking an alternative to hospital births or wanting advocacy and support within the hospital system.

Prenatal visits

Dr. Merci utilizes her naturopathic medical training and the midwifery model of care to provide quality, individualized support for both the mother and baby. Families can choose to see her in addition to their in-hospital provider, or to create a supportive and safe environment for childbirth in the comfort of their own home. Prenatal visits involve discussions about the pregnancy's progress, testing and ultrasounds as needed, and support to manifest the birth they desire.

Labor and Delivery

Comprehensive medical care is provided for the mother through her labor journey, delivery of her baby, and continues after childbirth, ensuring the well-being of both the mother and the baby. The birth package includes being on call 24/7, guidance throughout the progress of labor, and providing natural and medical interventions when necessary. Dr. Merci received her doula training from the Sacred Birthing School in Kauai in 2011 and completed her midwifery training receiving a Natural Childbirth Certificate from the National University of Natural Medicine in 2020. She attends home births along with various midwives on Oahu.

Postpartum Visits

Regular check-ups are provided after the birth, usually at the client's home, to assess the mother's recovery, address any concerns, and ensure the health of the newborn. The postpartum package includes at least three visits in the first week postpartum, and visits ongoing through 6-8 weeks after birth. These visits aim to monitor the well-being of both mother and baby following the birth, optimize the mother's speedy and thorough recovery, and ensure proper growth and development of the new little one. For hospital birth clients, families can release into Dr. Merci's care and she can continue to provide pediatric services for the newborn as well as primary care for the mother.

Contact Dr. Merci to inquire about packages and options, or to schedule a free consultation.