How Much Does a Midwife Cost in Pocatello, ID?

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Median package price

$1,150

Typical range $625–$1,944

Median hourly rate

$100/hr

Typical range $100–$100/hr

Near Pocatello Idaho United States
Median package $1,150 $1,000 $1,200
Typical package range $625–$1,944 $450–$1,500 $500–$1,825
Median hourly rate $100/hr $35/hr $44/hr

Based on 35 package prices from 14 providers listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Pocatello, ID. Updated August 2026.

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The cost of a midwife in Pocatello, ID 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

    Whether insurance covers the cost of a midwife in Pocatello, ID, depends on your specific insurance plan and the type of midwife you choose. Many insurance plans, including Medicaid, often cover services provided by certified nurse-midwives (CNMs), as they are licensed healthcare professionals. However, coverage for services from certified professional midwives (CPMs) or lay midwives may vary and is less common. It's essential to contact your insurance provider directly to confirm what midwife services are covered, whether pre-authorization is required, and if there are in-network providers in your area. Additionally, check with local midwifery practices to see if they accept your insurance or offer payment plans.

  • 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 Pocatello, ID, 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 26 Midwives in Pocatello, ID

Lauren Davis

Salt Lake City, Utah

5.0 (14 reviews)

Lauren Davis

6 years of experience

Hello, I’m Lauren- a mother to two daughters and a holistic labor + traditional postpartum doula with an education focused on the Ayurvedic philosophy. I view pregnancy, birth, and the process of becoming a mother as not only a physical event; but a spiritual experience as well. In your most sacred spaces, I act as a gentle guide +space holder in pregnancy, labor, postpartum and beyond. Supporting mothers/families during their greatest transitions, and weaving in ritual+cereomy as a means to support and honor these initiations and grand transitions is a passion of mine. It is through my own difficult experiences with child birth and the Matrescence time, that I feel deeply called to give other mothers/families what I did not receive. It takes a village to raise a mother. None of us were meant to do this alone, nor should we have to!

Recent review

From a provider’s perspective, working with Laurenq is such a breath of fresh air. She brings this really grounded, calming presence into the room that you can feel right away—not just for her clients, but for the whole birth team. She supports in a way that feels natural and intuitive, while still being incredibly knowledgeable and tuned in to what’s unfolding. She has a beautiful way of holding space that’s both nurturing and steady. You can tell how much her clients trust her, and that trust makes a real difference in how a labor flows. She’s attentive without ever being overbearing, and she knows how to step in and when to simply be present. What I appreciate most is how respectful and collaborative she is. She works with the team, not against it, and always keeps the focus on creating a safe, empowering experience for the family. Truly one of those doulas you hope to have at every birth professional, holistic, and genuinely caring in a way that can’t be taught.

- Sheryl K.

Krysta Betenes

Salt Lake City, Utah

5.0 (2 reviews)

Krysta Betenes

4 years of experience
Packages from $400

Hi! I’m Krysta. I'm a Christian Doula and Lifestyle & Birth Photographer serving Salt Lake & Surrounding Counties. No Woo Woo. No Nonsense. I simply believe in physiology and a woman's baseline, biological ability to grow, birth and nourish her baby, contrary to a growing system that has taken what is inherently feminine, diminished it, and replaced power, self trust, and raw beauty with self doubt/ fear, control and protocol. I trust the body first, while respecting informed medical care when it's necessary. Intervention should be intentional, not automatic. My philosophy is mother to mother support, having someone on your team who understands what this season asks of you, respects what you value most, and who will support you to birth in a way that feels aligned and empowered. I am confident in my ability to help you feel prepared, educated and FULLY CAPABLE walking into your birth. No rituals. No crystals. Just grounded presence and support. Your intuition about your body and baby holds power. Your Autonomy matters. Your voice should be the driving force of your experience. "Modern obstetrics often centers around control, not trust. Birth is treated as something to endure instead of something to lean into. The system doubts the body’s natural rhythms, replaces intuition with intervention, and calls it safety."

Recent review

I will treasure my photos forever! I’m obsessed! . She somehow captured the emotions of my experience with beautiful photos I will treasure forever. Krysta is so talented, I can’t recommend her enough!

- Lauren B.

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