Obstetrics
All of us at Overlake Obstetricians and Gynecologists hope that your prenatal care, labor, delivery and postpartum experience will be as pleasant and fulfilling as possible. We provide care for all of your pregnancy needs including twin and high risk pregnancies. We try to be personally available to our patients for all their care, including labor and delivery; however, it is impossible to be on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The physicians routinely rotate call coverage after hours, weekends, holidays, and during vacations.
View Prenatal Care Instructions & Medications Permitted
MIDWIFERY
The midwife assists women of all ages in making informed health care decisions. In addition to annual physicals, she assists women with family planning and gynecological problems.
During pregnancy, the midwife provides information, options and support to promote a safe, satisfying and meaningful pregnancy and birth. Prenatal visits allow time for questions and concerns. Each woman is encouraged to develop a birth plan, which is discussed during the third trimester. Midwifes work in collaboration with other health care professionals, including doulas, nurses and physicians, in order to provide high-quality health care. Physician consultation or referral is obtained when indicated.
During labor, the midwife works closely with the woman, her family members and the Overlake nursing staff to provide quality care. The birth plan is shared with the nursing staff. Decisions about pain management are made jointly with the woman and her support person. Should conditions arise which require physician involvement, there is an obstetrician on call at all times.
The midwife and obstetricians at Overlake Ob/Gyn work closely together to promote optimum care, whether for pregnancy and birth or for gynecological health. This team approach is ideal for women who prefer the care of a midwife but would like the assurance of a smooth transition to physician care if needed.
CALL OUR OFFICE IN THE EVENT OF
- Vaginal bleeding or spotting
- Pelvic cramping or unusual abdominal pain
- Temperature over 101°
- Leakage of fluid from the vagina
- Decreased or absent fetal movement
LABOR: WHEN TO CALL
If this is your first child:
- Contractions five minutes apart for about an hour
- When your water breaks
If you have previously delivered:
- Strong and regular contractions, even if more than five minutes apart
- When your water breaks
WHERE TO CALL
After Hours: Overlake Hospital Medical Center Labor & Delivery: 425-688-5351
During Office Hours: 425-454-3366