Midwives

Choose a certified nurse-midwife (CNM) for prenatal care and delivery. CNMs are supportive partners who respect the natural journey your body takes through pregnancy and birth. As your coach and advocate, your midwife gets to know you and your loved ones while providing high-quality care that reflects your values and preferences.

UNM midwives hold advanced degrees, certification and licensure in New Mexico. Over the years, they have delivered thousands of infants in the Albuquerque area. Our team has the experience to safely guide you through childbirth with as little medical intervention as possible.

Comprehensive Care Through Pregnancy

Your midwife will care for your physical, emotional and mental needs during your pregnancy and postpartum.

You can rely on your midwife to:

• Listen to your concerns and answer your questions 
• Regularly monitor your pregnancy’s progress
• Order and review lab tests and ultrasounds
• Provide prenatal care and postpartum care, well-woman exams, reproductive health counseling and more

If you have a high-risk pregnancy and would like to work with a midwife, an obstetrician will provide additional support.