How Much Does a Midwife or Home Birth Midwife Cost in Cape Girardeau, MO?

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Median package price

$800

Typical range $250–$1,250

Median hourly rate

$35/hr

Typical range $25–$43/hr

Near Cape Girardeau Missouri United States
Median package $800 $950 $1,200
Typical package range $250–$1,250 $349–$1,325 $500–$1,850
Median hourly rate $35/hr $44/hr $45/hr

Based on 64 package prices from 25 providers listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Cape Girardeau, MO. Updated August 2026.

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The cost of a midwife in Cape Girardeau, MO can be influenced by several factors:

  • Type of Midwife

    Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) who work in hospital settings may have different pricing than Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) who attend home births or birth center deliveries.

  • Birth Setting

    Hospital births with a midwife typically cost less out-of-pocket when covered by insurance, while home births and birth center deliveries may have different fee structures.

  • Scope of Services

    Many midwives offer comprehensive packages that include prenatal visits, labor and delivery support, and postpartum care, which can affect the overall cost.

  • Insurance Coverage

    Missouri Medicaid covers certified nurse-midwife care in Cape Girardeau, including prenatal services, delivery, and postpartum care. Medicaid programs nationwide are required to include these services. Coverage for home or birth-center care from licensed or certified professional midwives varies by plan, and local options are very limited, with one midwife listed within 60 miles. Private insurance benefits also vary by policy, so confirm coverage with your insurer.

  • Experience and Specialization

    Midwives with extensive experience, additional certifications, or specializations such as VBAC support or water birth may charge higher rates.

  • Geographic Location

    Midwifery costs can vary based on the cost of living and demand for midwifery services in your specific area.

When considering hiring a midwife in Cape Girardeau, MO, it's advisable to research and interview several midwives to find one who aligns with your birth plan, preferences, and budget. During consultations, you can discuss their specific services, insurance acceptance, and pricing structure to ensure you have a clear understanding of what is included and the associated costs.

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Found 74 Midwives in Cape Girardeau, MO

Jackie Smiley

St. Louis, Missouri

5.0 (1 review)

Jackie Smiley

12 years of experience
Packages from $1,250

Hello there and congratulations! I am a homeschooling mama to four girls and a lover of all things birth. I believe that birth is a natural process and I love helping empower couples as they welcome their babies into the world. I’ve been teaching natural childbirth classes for 12 years, attending births as a doula for 7 years, and am now studying to become a homebirth midwife. If you want someone who is going to be a positive, uplifting voice throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, I’d love to be that for you.

Recent review

Jackie has been such an answered prayer for me and my family. I heard about her through mutual friends, reached out, and quickly met with her to go over my birth history, trauma, and hopes for my VBAC. I wanted an unmedicated VBAC, and with her support, I got that experience in the end. She listened deeply, cared sincerely, and that was evident throughout my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She is steady and helped me stay grounded. She never made anything feel like an emergency unless it truly was. Anytime I needed support, information, encouragement, or help making decisions, she was there immediately with wisdom, resources, and alternatives. I also took her birth classes and learned so much that helped me stay confident and informed throughout my pregnancy. I especially loved how she shared her own birth experiences in such an authentic and encouraging way. During the final weeks before labor, I leaned on her DAILY for encouragement and support. She reminded me that my body wasn’t broken after my first birth and helped me learn to trust it again. During labor, she held my hand through contractions, encouraged me constantly, and helped me stay calm and focused. Postpartum, she continued showing up by bringing food, holding my baby, and answering questions during those early weeks. One of the things I appreciated most was sharing faith in Christ throughout the experience. Having a doula who carried herself with such peace, encouragement, and genuine faith was incredibly comforting and meaningful to me. She is authentic, compassionate, and truly loves what she does. I’m forever grateful for her support and will absolutely continue recommending her to everyone I know. I hope she helps me birth all the rest of my babies too!

- Jordyn G.

Natasha Bardsley

Glen Carbon, Illinois

5.0 (12 reviews)

Natasha Bardsley

5 years of experience
Accepts insurance
Packages from $1,500

Hi! I'm Natasha, a mother of 2 daughters and a birth doula serving the St. Louis, Missouri area and the Metro East area in Southern Illinois since 2021. I like to have a holistic approach to the pregnancy and birth experience. I like to focus on nutrition and positioning techniques during pregnancy to help minimize end-of-pregnancy concerns and labor challenges. I started my doula journey shortly after my first born because I wanted to help other families to know that they do have a voice that matters. Having a cesarean myself, then a HBAC, I have a unique perspective on the difference of each of those experiences. I learned the importance of having the proper support, the right to informed choice and the resources to have a positive pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. That is what I hope I can provide to my community.

Recent review

Natasha rocks! What a Godsend!! She was so incredible to work with, and I really can't recommend her enough. From the beginning, she was super respectful about our desires for birth. And she was always easy to get a hold of with any questions I had. Her prenatal visits really helped us prepare for the mental and physical aspects of birth. She gave us so much good information, even for postpartum. Natasha was great tor showing my husband how to support me too! When labor started, Natasha was so loving and helpful with all my first-time momma nerves. She met me at my house during early labor and followed us to the hospital when I was ready. Before I could be admitted, the hospital required me to consent to a cervical check. I did, but the check was not done well and I refused getting another. The doctor kept pressing me to do another while I was bawling in pain, working through hard contractions every minute by that time. Natasha very respectfully and tactfully stood up for me, and I'll never forget that. As I was admitted and continued to labor, Natasha supported me so well. I seriously couldn't have asked for a more amazing doula. The whole time, I felt as though she genuinely cared for us and supported our goals for birth. I'm so glad she was by my side!

- Kellie J.

Sarah Southards

Creve Coeur, Missouri

5.0 (3 reviews)

Sarah Southards

16 years of experience
Packages from $1,000 · $50/hr

Hello! My name is Sarah and I have been a doula for 15 years. I specialize in supporting in hospital birth with a special focus in trauma informed care, pregnancy after loss or infertility, and high risk factors. I offer preconception through postpartum services including doula support, childbirth education, babywearing, biologically normal infant sleep support, newborn care classes, lactation support, and more. I am a mother of four and a Southern Baptist by faith. I am passionate about serving all families regardless of background, and believe every mother, baby, and family deserves to be held with tender care and loving support.

Recent review

Hiring the right Doula was an incredibly important and necessary part of my birth story. I was terrified to give birth due to past trauma and fear of the unknown. I needed someone by my side to teach me what to expect and to be my advocate. Sarah fully prepared me for the expected and unexpected. She was my advocate, cheerleader, and friend through the entire process. I felt prepared and was able to be fully present for the birth of my son. I felt, and feel, she really cares for me. Sarah continues to check on me (4 months PP). I don't think this is a job for her, but a calling for those who need her. Hiring Sarah was the best decision I could have made. If an informed and beautiful experience is what you desire, consider Sarah.

- Amanda C.

Kay Gandy

St. Louis, Missouri

Kay Gandy

6 years of experience

Hello! I’m Kahdijah “Kay” Gandy, Full Spectrum Doula (FSD). I became a doula in 2021, during the pandemic through The Doula Union. I have a wide range of knowledge as it pertains to fertility, pregnancy and labor/birth. I’ve attended and assisted 26 moms since becoming a doula. I specialize in helping women with fertility issues and treating it with a natural holistic approach. I personally struggled with PCOS and fertility which lead me to dig deeper into the learning how to heal the womb. I’m also a self taught herbalist. I’ve studied herbalism for over 7 years and still continuing to learn. I am a mother of 1 beautiful girl, and a soon to be bride. I’m CPR certified for infants and adults, a medical assistant and a nursing student of Washington University in STL. Hello! I’m Kahdijah “Kay” Gandy, Full Spectrum Doula (FSD). I became a doula in 2021, during the pandemic through The Doula Union. I have a wide range of knowledge as it pertains to fertility, pregnancy and labor/birth. I’ve attended and assisted 26 moms for fertility and birth since becoming a doula. I specialize in helping women with fertility issues and treating it with a natural holistic approach. I personally struggled with PCOS and fertility which lead me to dig deeper into the learning how to heal the womb. I’m also a self taught herbalist. I’ve studied herbalism for over 7 years and still continuing to learn which allows me to add a holistic approach to my clients. I am a mother of 1 beautiful girl and a soon to be bride. I’m CPR certified for infants and adults, a medical assistant and a nursing student of Washington University in STL. Well now you’ve learned a little about me, it’s time to learn about you and where you are with your pregnancy journey, contact me if your interested in doula services with Divine Nature

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