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Taking new clients · due Nov 2026 – May 2027, Jul – Aug 2027
$200+flat rate · Prenatal Visits (each) package
About Cynthia
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.
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.
$200USD · 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.
$4,200USD · Flat rate
Accepted insurance
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative
OneNet PPO
What to expect
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
Reviews for Cynthia Bean
5.04 reviews
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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Certifications, training, and specialties
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
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Frequently asked questions
What is a midwife?
A home birth midwife is a trained health professional who provides care, support, and advice during pregnancy, labor, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Home birth midwives are experts in the unique variations expressed in normal pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Midwives practice with a holistic mindset, recognizing the union of the mind, body, and spirit of the MotherBaby dyad, embracing complementary modalities along with medical tools as needed.
What are the benefits of home birth?
Home births are associated with fewer medical interventions including epidurals, episiotomies, and caesarean sections.
Home births allow you to have more control over the birthing process so you can birth on your terms, with your own people, in your own space
Home births can reduce the risk of hospital acquired infections
Home births allow space for loved ones to be present and involved with the birth
Home births utilize natural pain relief techniques including massage, water therapy, aromatherapy, and breath work
Home births allow for immediate bonding and breastfeeding
Home births offer in-home postpartum care for both mother and baby
Home births practice delayed cord clamping, which can increase baby’s iron levels and stem cells
Is home birth safe?
Research shows that planned home births with trained midwives for low-risk pregnancies have similar outcomes to hospital births in terms of the baby’s and mother’s health with lower rates of medical interventions like C-sections.
The safety of home birth depends on several factors:
1. Low-Risk Pregnancy: Home birth is generally safe when the pregnancy is uncomplicated, meaning there are no underlying health issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, or a history of complicated births.
2. Trained Midwife: Experienced midwives are experts in Normal Birth and all its variations while also trained to predict and manage complications.
3. Access to Emergency Care: Home birth midwives outline a clear plan for transferring to a hospital if an urgent need arises.
4. Proper Equipment and Environment: Midwives bring medical supplies (oxygen, medications for emergencies, tools to monitor vital signs) and ensure the environment is clean and conducive to a safe birth.
In higher-risk pregnancies or cases where complications are likely, birthing in a hospital may be safer. Talk to your midwife about your individual circumstances to see if home birth might be a fit for you.
What if something goes wrong at the birth?
With comprehensive prenatal care and regular check ups, your midwife stays in tune with the health and well being of you and your baby.
As pregnancy comes close to term, a transport plan will be discussed including identification of the nearest hospitals. There will be close monitoring of you and your baby through labor so that problems can be anticipated before they become emergencies and the transport plan can be activated.
Your midwife is trained and equipped to manage complications that require immediate attention while carrying out a transport plan as appropriate.
Can I have a VBAC at home?
The short answer is - yes. A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis showed that rates of successful vaginal births after cesarean were statistically higher at home than at a hospital with a lower rate of interventions.
There are client circumstances that improve the safety of VBAC, and these are taken into consideration. Artemis Midwifery can offer a free consultation to discuss health history and help you decide whether an at home VBAC is the right choice for you.
Does Artemis Midwifery take insurance?
While Artemis Midwifery is not in network with any insurance provider, many private insurers will offer some reimbursement for midwifery services.
Initial payments are due according to a payment plan and Artemis Midwifery will provide a superbill at intervals through pregnancy and at the conclusion of care that can be submitted to your insurance.
We can also connect you with a billing service that will help with determining how much reimbursement is available and, if desired, can submit your bill.
Artemis Midwifery is able to take payment directly from HSA accounts.
Where do you attend home births?
I attend home births for families in Massachusetts (Worcester County and Norfolk counties including Northbridge, Uxbridge, Milford, Worcester, Hopkinton, Oxford, Franklin, Attleborough, Foxborough. Southbridge, Marlboro, Rutland and Boston area)
Eastern Connecticut - the "Quiet Corner" - (including parts of Tolland County, Windham County & New London County).
I cover all communities in Rhode Island.
How much does Cynthia charge?
Cynthia's Prenatal Visits (each) package is $200 USD, flat rate. Cynthia lists 2 packages in all.
Is Cynthia taking new clients?
Taking new clients. Due Nov 2026 – May 2027, Jul – Aug 2027. Away Jun 15 – Jun 23. Availability was confirmed 7 weeks ago.
Does Cynthia accept insurance?
Cynthia lists Christian Healthcare Ministries, Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative, and OneNet PPO as accepted insurance. Message Cynthia to confirm coverage for your plan.
