Midwifery

Midwifery at Astera Health provides personalized care through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. Our certified nurse midwife supports women with prenatal care, delivery, preventive services, and ongoing women’s health needs.

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Is Midwifery for You?

Certified nurse midwives (CNMs) provide care from pregnancy through postpartum, along with a range of women’s health services throughout adulthood.

They are trained in nursing and midwifery, receiving either a master’s or doctorate degree upon graduation. They also take a national certification exam through the American Midwifery Certification Board.

A Holistic Approach

CNMs differ from OB/GYNs in that they typically take a holistic approach in their practice, meaning they look at the whole picture of your care, including mental health, socioeconomic status, family dynamics, workplace conditions, and general mood toward your health.

Education and Motivation

CNMs believe in providing education in all aspects of health that affect not only you but your entire family. They devote ample appointment time to instruct and encourage you in areas such as nutrition, exercise, caring for a newborn, preventive care, and other facets of your pregnancy and general health.

Pregnancy

Expertise and support during delivery
Preconception counseling
Prenatal to postpartum care
Water birth

Women’s Health

Abnormal menstrual cycles
Annual exams
Breast exams
Contraceptive counseling
Hormonal acne
Pelvic exams
STD testing
Urinary tract infections
Vaginitis

Meet Our Certified Nurse Midwife

Allison Freese-Johnson, CNM, knows what it’s like to be a mom juggling a busy life.

Allison strives to empower women to make healthy choices for themselves and their families, and they love making the experience of pregnancy to birth a joyous occasion for everyone involved.

CONTACT US

Wadena Clinic: 218-631-3510
Sebeka Clinic: 218-837-5333