What to Ask Before Choosing a Maternity Clinic in Berkeley or San Jose

Choosing where to have your baby is a big decision, and it's hard to make it well from a website alone. That's what Millie's free info call is for: a low-pressure way to ask real questions and get a feel for the clinic before you commit to anything.

What the call actually is

This is a free call to learn more about Millie before establishing care, whether you're newly pregnant and just starting to look at your options, or you're further along and considering a transfer of care. During the call, you'll:

Find out what to expect from your care team, from prenatal visits through birth and postpartum
Get your non-clinical questions answered on the spot, with a fast follow-up on anything more specific to your health or pregnancy

It's a chance to ask what's actually on your mind, not just read through a list of services.

Questions worth bringing to the call

If you're not sure where to start, here are a few that tend to be genuinely useful:

About the care model. Who will I actually see at my appointments, a midwife, an OB, or both? How does the team decide when OB involvement is needed? How much time do appointments typically run?

About delivery. Which hospital will I deliver at? What does the relationship between the clinic and that hospital look like?

About fit for your pregnancy. Is my pregnancy a good fit for a midwifery-led model? What happens if my pregnancy becomes higher risk along the way?

About logistics. What insurance is accepted, and is Medicaid an option? What virtual care is available, and when would I use it instead of coming in?

About support beyond appointments. What classes, groups, or 1:1 support are available? How do I reach my care team between visits if something comes up?

If you're transferring care. What's the process for switching mid-pregnancy? Is there a cutoff for how far along I can be?

What to know before you book

Maternity care takes place at the clinic itself, with delivery at Alta Bates Hospital for Berkeley patients or Good Samaritan Hospital for San Jose patients.

Since Millie's model is built around midwifery-led, low- to moderate-risk pregnancies, it's worth reviewing the clinical eligibility guidelines before your call, so you already have a sense of whether your pregnancy is likely to be a good fit.

Booking your call

Book your free info call to start the conversation, whether you're just beginning to explore your options or ready to make a switch. If you don't see a time that works for your schedule, reach out directly and the team will help find a solution. Email berkeleysupport@millieclinic.com for Berkeley or sanjosesupport@millieclinic.com for San Jose.

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