Cynthia Bean

Cynthia Bean

Accepts insurance
Midwife
Northbridge, Massachusetts
15 years of experience
5.0
About me

My midwife story began with the home births of my own children. They inspired me to share the transformative experience of owning my birth, finding my own path, and becoming Me. I began my home birth midwifery journey through traditional apprenticeship, where I was more or less self taught. I embarked on a journey which took me halfway across the world to a charity birth clinic in the Philippines. Then I returned again to my mini-farm in Connecticut where I raised and home schooled my three children and ran a small community practice. Over a span of 15 years, my experiences included solo practice, busy group practice, and birth center, blending of traditional midwifery with formalized education. In 2025, I graduated from Midwives College of Utah and earned my credential as a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). Currently I work in solo practice, supporting families in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and eastern Connecticut with holistic, personalized pregnancy care, home birth, postpartum and newborn care with all visits in your own home.

Education

BSM Midwives College of Utah (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

Massachusetts Midwives Alliance (MMA)

National Association of Certified Professional Midwives (NACPM) Massachusetts chapter

National Association of Certified Professional Midwives (NACPM) Rhode Island chapter

Credentials
CPM LM
Specialties
Home Birth Natural Childbirth Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth Well-Woman Care Postpartum Care Prenatal Care
Languages

English

Accepted insurance
Christian Healthcare Ministries Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative OneNet PPO
Service introduction

I embrace the midwifery model of care by supporting physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of the MotherBaby dyad. As a home birth midwife, I take the time to truly hear you, to see you, and to tailor an experience that reflects your individual needs, desires, and values while embracing evidence based practices. Comprehensive prenatal care - Home birth and water birth - Postpartum and newborn care I accept payments from HSA/FSA I am not an in network provider for any insurance, but a superbill and billing assistance is available for reimbursement from many insurance providers

Packages
Prenatal Visits (each)
Holistic prenatal care delivered in the comfort of your own home means no traffic, no waiting room, and no worries about childcare.Visits average an hour so there is plenty of time to ask questions, express your needs, and build relationship with your midwife. Prenatal visits are an essential piece of preparing you and your family for a home birth, and even though they are priced individually they are not optional.
$200.00
USD Flat rate
Home Birth Support with Postpartum Care
Your package includes midwife support for a home birth and 6 in home postpartum visits, and access to me anytime there are questions or concerns. I feel passionate enough about postpartum care to include these with the package so that families are not worried about the price tag if they need care.
$4,200.00
USD Flat rate
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
4
5.0

When I was looking for a midwife for my second pregnancy and first home birth, I wasn’t sure what to look for. After interviewing a few midwives, Cynthia really stood out to me. From the beginning, I felt like she genuinely wanted to get to know me and understand my previous birth experience. She made me feel heard and supported right away. I especially appreciated that she offered a FaceTime meeting so I could see her beforehand, and I loved how she included my daughter in that first interaction. Having a three-year-old, it made such a difference that Cynthia offered home visits, it took away the stress of bringing a child to appointments. I knew I wanted a home birth, but I had never truly envisioned what that would look like. Cynthia was incredibly patient and helped guide me in creating the birth experience I wanted. She supported me in having the kind of pregnancy and birth that felt right for me. She is very knowledgeable and was always available to answer questions or just talk things through. One of my favorite parts was how she included my daughter in every appointment, letting her help, listen to the baby’s heartbeat, and taking the time to talk and play with her. It made the experience so special for our whole family. When it came time for my birth, I had a “go with the flow” mindset, and Cynthia fully supported me in that. I felt safe, respected, and cared for the entire time. I also truly appreciated the postpartum care. It was personal, calming, and far more attentive than the standard six-week follow-up. Cynthia made sure both baby and I were doing well with multiple visits after the birth. I had such a wonderful experience with Cynthia. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering a home birth, and I will absolutely be using her again in the future.

- Sierra McILwain

5.0

Cindy has been there for three of my babies. She's very involved, supportive, informative, and willing to work with you in all situations. If the Lord wills it, and I have another child, I will be seeking out Cindy as my midwife.

- allison mount

5.0

I initially chose Cynthia as a midwife because she advertised in-home prenatal visits! These were such a blessing with other children at home. Cynthia was extremely professional and kind. She was never in a rush and spent quality time at every prenatal visit. During labor she was a calming presence. This was my fifth baby but first home birth, and was a wonderful, positive experience for our whole family. Post partum care at home was also top notch!

- Samantha Dziadul

5.0

Cynthia gave me the best care during my first pregnancy & delivery that I could have asked for. From the first conversation, my husband and I felt a connection to Cynthia and knew we wanted to work with her as my midwife. Our hour long appointments during each prenatal visit gave us plenty of time to ask questions, learn about my baby’s development, hear her heartbeat, and more. We felt very supported. She was always accessible and responded to my questions promptly. My labor and delivery as a first time mom went faster than expected, and Cynthia was supportive through the whole process. When it was time for me to get in the tub to have my desired water birth, Cynthia helped to keep me calm and present. Everything went perfectly and I could not be more grateful. I highly recommend working with Cynthia / Artemis Midwifery!

- Kate Casanova

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