Midwives in Bronx

This directory lists more than 70 midwives with a Bronx practice address. Across the New York metro area there are more than 430, and the most are in Brooklyn.

Home birth is legal in New York with a licensed midwife or physician. It is generally advised only for low-risk pregnancies with a clear plan for prompt hospital transfer.

They must be. New York requires midwives to be licensed by the State Education Department, and you can verify a license on the NYS Office of the Professions website.

Yes. State law requires licensed midwives to keep collaborative relationships with OB/GYNs, physicians with obstetric privileges, or hospitals, and to tell patients about them.