Midwifery
If you are interested in a holistic, low-intervention and highly supportive model of care, seeing a midwife may be for you. Midwives care for women from early adolescence through menopause, including prenatal care. They provide evidence-based medicine, encourage women to make informed decisions about their healthcare, and focus on patient participation and education.
Conditions treated
Midwives offer consultations and personal treatment plans for a variety of everyday female needs:
- Breast lumps
- Family planning
- Pregnancy
- Pregnancy prevention
- Sexual health issues
- Vaginal issues
Diagnosis & treatments
Our midwives offer:
- Birth control, including oral contraceptives, intrauterine devices or contraceptive implants and injections
- Breast care
- Breastfeeding assistance
- Gynecological preventive exams
- Labor and delivery at the birthing center
- Pelvic exams
- Postpartum care
- Preconception counseling
- Prenatal care for patients who are at low risk for complications
Care team View all midwifery clinicians
Midwives are advanced practice providers with specialized training, education and certification in women's health. They are qualified to prescribe and administer medications as independent, licensed practitioners. Midwives work to resolve your health concerns and refer you to other specialties as needed.
Additional care may be provided by:
Birthing Centers, Midwifery, Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB-GYN), Prenatal Care
Birthing Centers, Midwifery, Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB-GYN), Prenatal Care
Birthing Centers, Midwifery, Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB-GYN), Prenatal Care
Locations View all midwifery locations
Onalaska, WI
Clinic- Building hours
- Mon-Fri:6:30 AM - 7:45 PM
- Sat-Sun:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
- Appointments:
- 608-392-5000
- General:
- 608-785-0940
Red Wing, MN
Hospital and Clinic- Building hours
- Mon-Fri:6:30 AM - 7:45 PM
- Sat-Sun:8:30 AM - 4:45 PM
- Emergency Department Hours:
Open 24 hours
- Appointments:
- 651-267-5500
Mankato, MN
Hospital and Clinic- Building hours
- Mon-Sun:5:45 AM - 9:00 PM
- Clinic hours subject to change on holidays.
- Appointments:
- 507-594-6955
- Appointments:
- 507-594-4700
La Crosse, WI
Clinic- Hours
- Mon-Fri:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Appointments:
- 608-392-9866
FAQ
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What should I bring for my first appointment?
For your first appointment, bring your current prescription information and medical records from non-Mayo Clinic Health System facilities. Complete a medical records release form to authorize the transfer of health records from another healthcare facility to us. Visit our Medical Record Forms page for this form and other forms in multiple languages.
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What are my payment options, and do you offer financial assistance?
Our Patient Account Services representatives can assist you with any issues related to billing and insurance. We also offer financial assistance if you are unable to pay for care due to financial hardship.
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Can you provide a second opinion?
Yes. Call the appointment number at your preferred midwifery location.
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Do you have an after-hours number in case of emergency?
Always call 911 in case of an emergency. For after-hours help with other issues, get virtual care 24/7 through the Primary Care On Demand app or review our convenient care options.
Related Upcoming Classes & Events View all classes & events
This virtual and in-person drop-in group is for families going through the ups and downs of breastfeeding and offers support and information.
Current OB-GYN patients in their third trimester of pregnancy can tour the facility and learn about labor, delivery and pain management.
This group offers new mothers and mothers-to-be a relaxing, informal environment to learn about breastfeeding from skilled practitioners.
Mothers-to-be in their sixth or seventh month of pregnancy are encouraged to take this class to learn about breastfeeding and its benefits.
This class is for moms at 24–32 weeks gestation and their support person to learn about labor and delivery and the adjustments of being new parents.