OUR MISSION
At Sego Midwifery
We provide personalized and compassionate care to support expectant women feel safe and supported throughout their pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey in Wyoming.
We believe every normal physiological birth experience is unique, which is why we offer each patient a transformative and personalized pregnancy and birth experience for their individualized care plan. Our experienced and caring midwives work closely with expectant mothers to create a birth experience that aligns with their values and goals.
We build trusting relationships with every family we serve, creating a nurturing environment while never compromising on medical safety and evidence-based care.
WYOMING MIDWIFERY PACKAGES
Midwifery & Birth Support:
Investment: Homebirth $6500-$11,000 depending on location, midwife lodging, travel and if doula services desired.
** INCLUDES BASIC LABS AND ANATOMY SCAN ULTRASOUND**
We offer evidence-based midwifery model prenatal, postnatal and birth care to low risk women. Most women should presume they are low risk until they are discovered not to be. Package pricing includes:
Prenatal
• Monthly Prenatal visits, bi-monthly from 28-36 weeks and weekly from 36 weeks to birth (some telehealth/video visits typical)
• Home visit at 36 weeks (home birth only)
• On-call midwifery 24/7, beginning at 37 weeks and continuing until 72 hours postpartum
• Routine lab work
• Medically recognized imaging/anatomy scan performed at Sego Midwifery office or partner location. The imaging performed by an experienced techs/radiologists around 20 weeks.
• Use of birth pool and most related supplies (home birth)
• Birth supply package (home birth)
• Families from Wyoming may give birth at our birth center in Utah for the same price as local Utah clients with no extra fees.
• Home birth pricing (for Wyoming) ranges from $6,500–$10,000, depending on travel distance and lodging needs for the attending midwife.
Postpartum
• First home visit 24-48 hours. Well-baby and maternal assessment. State mandated newborn/metabolic screen performed at this visit (its your choice). Birth Certificate filed and Social Security Card ordered.
• Second home visit between 7 and 14 days (location-dependent). Baby health and maternal assessment performed. State mandated second newborn/ metabolic screen will be performed. Weight and jaundice checks, hearing and CCHD/heart screen (if you choose). Video call and remote support are common for long distance clients.
• Office or video visit 5-8 weeks postpartum. If other visits and tests (i.e., bilirubin check or lactation support) are indicated, these are billed separately. If you employ pediatric care during the postpartum period, we do not adjust the fee schedule.
OUr Sego Birth Suite & HOME BIRTH Package
Insurance
Sego Lily Midwifery does not direct bill insurance carriers. Some clients
have had success receiving reimbursement from their carriers. We can
provide you with a Super Bill upon request at the end of care with the global
service code. You are responsible for submitting this to your
insurance company. We will support your effort to the best of our ability as
a courtesy, but it will be your responsibility to interface with your insurance
company and we do not itemize. Call your insurance early to verify benefits and provider coverage
and contact Heather for her NPI number. Some clients have received in-network reimbursement with Blue Shield California & out-of-network provider for BCBS Regence, UHC and Cigna.
We readily accept HSA and FSA. For those without health insurance, consider Community Health Share Organizations such as; Christian Healthcare Ministries, Solidarity, Liberty
Health Share, and Samaritan Ministries. These have been consistent
payers.
We accept cash, check, VENMO, ApplePay or credit card payments. Cash/
Check is preferred method to avoid fees to the practice. We are open to
accepting Crypto in form of Bitcoin and is accepted/not accepted at the
discretion of the practice based on market conditions.
Payment Schedule
A $975 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your due date,
accomplish labs, ultrasound and care to 28 weeks. Another $1925
(home) or $2300 (Sego Birth Suite) payment is require on or before
your 28 week visit with the balance to be paid in full by 36, when we
go on 24/7 call for your birth.
* Ask about exclusive prenatal home visits inside Salt Lake County
for $7000. Outside Salt Lake County for $8000. This is where we
drive to you for your prenatal visits.
OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES
1
Doula and Monitrice
services
We have a network of women offering labor and birth coaching/support in and out of hospital settings.
For women who may not be candidates for home or birth center birth but who
want home or birth center experienced attendants during their hospital
experience, we can recommend skilled birth attendants to serve as non-clinical coaches while
deferring clinical responsibility to your chosen maternity care provider.
Doula or monitrice support is strongly recommended for first time vaginal or first time non-medicated birth clients.
We also offer or refer postpartum assistance in your home for the first few days and weeks after birth. Support with breastfeeding, light chores, newborn care and/or entertaining siblings are all provided so mother can rest.
*Fees customized based on needs and requested time.
2
Childbirth Education
Classes
We are currently referring to HypnoActive Birth and Mighty Mama Movement
Classes are strongly recommended/ required for first time
vaginal or first time non-medicated birth clients.
3
Birth Options Education / Consultation
This is a free informational service to educate you on your many wonderful birth options in Utah and may include processing of your prior birth, if you would like.
This is a complimentary office visit, virtual, or phone consultation.
4
Breastfeeding Support
Why go to the hospital for lactation consultation in those first fragile days
postpartum? Skilled midwives specializing in lactation support come to your
home in the first days/weeks offering breastfeeding support, tips and strategies
for problems at the breast. We refer clients to credentialed Lactation Consultants
for more complex cases.
* $75- $150
TESTIMONIALS
Heather is such an amazing and inspiring woman. She is super knowledgeable and a genuinely nice person. In my opinion, having the right midwife is the most important thing when having a home birth and I obsessed trying to find the right one until I found her. My home birth was magical and life changing and it wouldn’t have been possible if it wasn’t for her and her assistant Stephanie. I try to avoid medication as much as possible and I appreciate the fact that she recommended several natural remedies and specific food options throughout my pregnancy, specially towards the end of my pregnancy when my water broke and I didn’t have any contractions. I did what she said and had my baby a few hours after. She made me feel like I had a choice with several medical procedures and always gave me alternatives. She always goes above and beyond and I will forever be grateful for everything she did for me and the way she made me feel.
TESTIMONIALS
Heather is a truly magnificent midwife who deserves more than a five star review. From consultation to prenatal care to the birth of our third child with her, I never doubted that we chose the right care provider for our family. Heather and her birth assistant, Stephanie are a well oiled machine; I couldn’t ask for a better team to have made sure we were well taken care of.
Our birth was beautiful and perfect in everyway.
We are so happy with the care we received.
If you want to feel safe and secure at your home birth, you won’t regret going to Sego Lily Midwifery.
Thank you for everything, Heather!
TESTIMONIALS
I was a late transfer to Heather at 36 weeks after relocating to Utah. She welcomed my family and I with open arms into her practice & supported us with her years of knowledge and experience. Heather educated us on all our different options with newborn care & we felt extremely informed when making decisions. She coached me through the most beautiful home birth experience, fighting for me in moments I couldn’t fight for myself. She acted quickly and with confidence when my son was born with his cord wrapped many times & has gracefully supported me postpartum. I don’t plan to have any more children any time soon but working with Heather has made me think twice about that plan just so we can spend more time with her! She is a treasure, extremely intuitive & trustworthy. Definitely consider Heather when searching for your home birth midwife!
Thank you for everything, Heather!
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Heather as our
Midwife has been amazing. She is truly a master in the art of birth, and helped assist and guide us through bringing our healthy and beautiful boy Django Earth-side. This was my second home birth, and I’m so happy I decided to work with Heather this time. She has many years of experience and is a mother of 5 herself. You can feel her wisdom and confidence in you knowing your own body and intuition in this incredibly natural human experience. Thank you Heather, we are so grateful for you, forever!
Thank you for everything, Heather!
HOME BIRTH MIDWIFERY CARE IN WYOMING
Sego Midwifery is here to make childbirth a more caring and personal experience than what you’ll find anywhere else.
Unlike conventional approaches,
We believe every family deserves a safe and personal birth experience. Heather Whitley isn’t just a licensed midwife, she’s someone who’s walked this path herself. Heather worked and attended births along licensed and traditional midwives, has years of experience directing and providing birth center services across Utah.
Whether at your home or our birth center, we create a calm, supportive space that honors each moment. Serving in Lander, Jackson, Pinedale, Star Valley, Dubois and Evanston, we blend professional skill with compassion, respecting your choices and the beauty of birth.
CONTACT US
Join us at Sego Midwifery! We’d love to connect with you.
This is where your special birth journey begins.
If you have questions, need advice, or just want to talk about planning a natural birth, our caring team in Salt Lake City is ready to help. Call, text, or email us anytime to begin your journey toward a unique and empowering birth, whether at our birth center or in your own home.
"The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new."
FAQ
Whether you're curious about our approach to natural home birth, the unique features of Sego Birth Suite, or the personalized care we offer, this space is designed to illuminate and guide you through the intricacies of our exceptional midwifery practice. Explore the wisdom and clarity you seek as you embark on this extraordinary chapter of your life.
1
Is a home birth or a freestanding birth suite a safe option for my baby’s birth?
YES
It is safe when you meet the guidelines for a planned home birth or a licensed free-standing birth suite. A large North American study in 2005 found that planned home births with Certified Professional Midwives had low medical intervention rates and the same level of safety for mothers and babies as low-risk hospital births.
A 2021 Washington State report showed similar results for both home and birth center births, low complication rates, low cesarean rates (around 4.7%), high rates of natural birth (about 85%) and strong breastfeeding rates (93%). Maternal and newborn outcomes were as safe as those in other developed countries where community midwifery is well established.
Yes, we offer water births and research shows that laboring in warm water can help reduce pain and stress during childbirth. A Cochrane review found that women who use water for labor are less likely to need epidurals or spinal pain relief. Warm water helps lower stress hormones, boosts the body’s own pain relievers (endorphins) and relaxes tight muscles, making it easier to rest between contractions.
Another Cochrane review looked at water birth in several clinical trials and found no evidence of harm to the baby during or after birth.
2
Do you offer water births in Wyoming and are they safe?
FAQ
Whether you're curious about our approach to natural home births, the unique features of the Sego Birth Suite, or the personalized care we offer, this space is designed to illuminate and guide you through the intricacies of our exceptional midwifery practice. Explore the wisdom and clarity you seek as you embark on this extraordinary chapter of your life.
3
Can family members stay with me while I give birth at the birth suite?
Studies show that women who planned a home birth with a Certified Professional Midwife had very low rates of complications for both mother and baby, similar to those seen in low-risk hospital births in North America. Most mothers (over 87%) and their babies did not need to be transferred to a hospital and overall satisfaction and safety were high.
Research from Washington State, where midwifery is licensed and carefully tracked, found equally positive results. The study showed a low cesarean rate of 4.7%, a high natural birth rate of 85%, strong breastfeeding rates of 93% and very few complications. Perinatal mortality rates were similar to those in other high-income countries where community births and midwifery are well established. Planned home and birth center births had the same level of safety for mothers and babies.
4
Can I get pain management support during my birth?
YES
Warm water therapy can help reduce labor pain, so we encourage you to use our large showers and tubs. We also provide birth balls, stools, rebozos and yoga slings. Moving around and changing positions with these tools helps you manage labor naturally
FAQ
Whether you're curious about our approach to natural home births, the unique features of the Sego Birth Suite (for Utah only), or the personalized care we offer, this space is designed to illuminate and guide you through the intricacies of our exceptional midwifery practice. Explore the wisdom and clarity you seek as you embark on this extraordinary chapter of your life.
5
What are the benefits of having a midwife for my birth?
A midwife provides individualized care and emotional support while also creating a safe space in which a woman can give birth naturally. A midwife’s care is empowering and provides a greater integration due to the support offered in regard to personal preferences and comfort.
If you’re wondering how to choose a midwife, look for someone professional and experienced as a certified midwife. Heather is a great example she supports and guides families with compassion, making you feel safe and comfortable throughout your birth journey.