Maternity care that centers you
Millie is a modern maternity & gynecology clinic providing evidence-based, holistic pregnancy care. Conveniently located in Berkeley, with births at Alta Bates Hospital.
MOST MAJOR INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED, INCLUDING MEDICAID
Millie & UCSF: The Best of Both Worlds
Millie midwives collaborate with the UCSF OB-GYNs to provide seamless referrals to specialist care and support on labor and delivery at Alta Bates when needed.
With you before, during, and after pregnancy
Complete care that starts as soon as you find out you’re pregnant. Longer, more frequent appointments, birth planning with a doula, hospital birth, a home postpartum visit, and evidence-based resources in the Millie app, plus support through the first year.
Compassionate gynecology care with in-person and virtual services including annual wellness exams, preconception counseling, fertility assessments, IUD/birth control options, and miscarriage care. Open to anyone, not just Millie maternity patients.
Expert care from hormonal health specialists, to ease symptoms and protect your long-term health. Personalized care plans that include the full range of evidence-based treatments—from hormone therapy to lifestyle approaches. Open to anyone, not just Millie maternity patients.
Workshops, classes, and support groups that prepare you for birth and parenthood, plus specialist appointments with lactation consultants, nutritionists, and therapists when you need more support.
Millie in the press
“Millie’s unique pregnancy care model offers one-stop-shopping for expectant mothers”
Start your maternity care with Millie
Virtual / 20 Minutes
0-7 weeks
Of pregnancy
For whom: if you are less than 8 weeks pregnant or wish to transfer care
What to expect: during the Zoom consult we’ll discuss your options and answer questions
This visit will be billed to insurance
Book consult
in person / 40 minutes
8+ weeks
Of pregnancy
For whom: if it's been more than 8 weeks since your last menstrual period
What to expect: during the in-person visit we’ll confirm your pregnancy via lab tests and ultrasound and get to know you holistically.
This visit will be billed to insurance
Book consult
Transfer your pregnancy care to Millie. Book a free info call.
Looking for fertility assessments, preconception counseling or gynecology care? Explore our gynecology options.
Our model
Midwifery-led care backed by OBs and specialists
Certified Nurse Midwives
The primary clinicians for gynecology and maternity at Millie, with OB-GYNs co-managing care when more is needed. Trained and licensed as both registered nurses and midwives. Known for their intimate knowledge of pregnancy and labor and their minimal-intervention approach.
Extensive research shows that CNMs are the ideal care providers for most pregnancies. When midwives are involved in pregnancy care, there are fewer unnecessary medical interventions, higher rates of vaginal births after cesarean section, and higher patient satisfaction.
OB-GYNs
Doctors and surgeons trained to perform cesarean sections, vacuum or forcep deliveries, and other procedures in more complex pregnancies. Some OBs further specialize to become Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists or perinatologists.
At Millie, the UCSF OB-GYNs co-manage care alongside Millie midwives when additional expertise is needed to manage your pregnancy.
Doulas
Professionals trained to provide educational and emotional support throughout the experience of having a baby. Every patient at Millie is paired with a Millie Guide, a practicing doula who meets with you each trimester to go over key topics like creating birth preferences and postpartum planning.
Your Millie Guide is also available to answer questions that come up between visits through the Millie app.
Specialists
An integrated team of lactation consultants, nutritionists, therapists, and other specialists who are available for appointments when needed to help make sure you and your baby are thriving.
Driving better birth experiences and outcomes
"Five stars are too few to describe my incredible journey at Millie! From the pregnancy confirmation appointment to my labor and delivery experience, the Millie team has gone above and beyond to address every question and concern I had, work with me to find personalized treatment options, and deliver the best quality of medical, physical, and emotional care possible."
- Oishika P.
“Millie has been fantastic so far. I am 20 weeks along and would highly recommend Millie to other couples looking for alternative care. I really appreciate not having to navigate a cold/uncomfortable hospital system for appointments, and all of the staff and midwives have been great."
- Andrea W.
“I only have all of the very best things to say about my experience at Millie. I was with Millie from preconception counseling all the way through the birth of my daughter, and now postpartum and women’s wellness. This was my second child and exactly the care I was looking for. I felt so listened to and supported.”
- Alison M.
"After several poor experiences at standard hospitals and clinics, it was a breath of fresh air to find Millie. A friend recommended them to me after I struggled to find a competent queer provider. They were patient and informative and addressed all my concerns with deep compassion. Thank you Millie for redefining what care can feel like 🥰💕"
- Marianne G.
"I decided to use Millie for my annual women's health wellness visit, and it was a great experience! The midwife took the time to listen, talked through options, and advised me on all of the elements of women's health while encouraging me to be an active participant and decision maker in my own health care. The clinic is beautiful, relaxing, and well-appointed."
- Molly L.
"I switched my care from a previous provider to Millie at 20 weeks pregnant, and am so grateful that I did. The entire team that I worked with at Millie, from the front desk to the midwives and doula, made me feel so reassured and looked after throughout my pregnancy and during my birth experience. I truly cannot recommend the Millie Clinic enough."
- Elaine H.
"Millie has been amazing during my first pregnancy. Every time I have questions or concerns the midwives are super attentive and helpful. I would definitely recommend this clinic. Made me feel comfortable and excited for this new chapter in my life. Looking forward to my next upcoming visits."
- Getse J.
Meet our expert clinicians
Amy Kane
MD
Medical Director & OB-GYN
Talia Borgo
MS, CNM, WHNP, RN
Co-Founder and Clinical Director
Aqueelah Tillman
APRN, MSN, CNM, WHNP
Nurse-Midwife
Cynthia Banks
CNM, MSN, RN
Nurse-Midwife
Johanna Jetton
CNM
Nurse-Midwife
Rachel Willey
CNM, WHNP, RN
Nurse-Midwife
Vanessa Garcia
CNM, WHNP, IBCLC
Nurse-Midwife
Erin Lashnits Herman
FNP-BC, MSCP
Nurse Pracitioner
Vanessa Obidimalor
CNM
Nurse-Midwife
Alyssa Connors-Hortensi
CNM, WHNP
Nurse-Midwife
Hannah Kopp-Yates
CNM, MSN
Nurse-Midwife
Elizabeth Englund
RN
Registered Nurse
Shalini Shah
CBD, CPpD, IBCLC
Millie Guide
Rachel Mosolf
RN, IBCLC
Millie Guide
Desiree Dougherty
CBD
Millie Guide
Above and beyond typical maternity care
Routine Care
Care starts earlier (as soon as you’re pregnant)
More visits with longer duration
Your care team is present at
your birth
Extensive postpartum care (3 visits, including one at home –plus weekly drop-in office hours)
Proactive monitoring between visits to catch risks and concerns early
Easy to reach between visits when you have questions (24x7 via phone)
1:1 guidance on birth preferences and postpartum care needs with a doula
Evidence-based resources for each stage of pregnancy via the Millie app
Workshops and classes that prepare you for birth and parenthood
Integrated wraparound supportive care (e.g. lactation, nutritionists, therapists)
What does collaborative OB/midwifery care look like at Millie?
Millie believes everyone needs a midwife, some people need an OB-GYN too, and everyone should have access to both. Patients establish care with a CNM of their choosing, who serves as primary clinician. Higher-risk pregnancies are co-managed with the UCSF OB-GYNs. Some pregnancies may become too high-risk for care at Millie, and in these instances we will work with you to transfer care to the UCSF OB-GYN practice in Berkeley or another OB-GYN practice of your choosing with a seamless transition of care.
Is my pregnancy a good fit for Millie?
An estimated 80% of pregnancies are low-risk and another 10-15% are moderate-risk; Millie care is designed for this population. Millie does not accept high-risk pregnancies at this time, but we are happy to make a referral. Clinical eligibility details are available for the
Who will be at my birth and deliver my baby?
Millie midwives and the UCSF OB-GYNs work together, sharing clinical protocols and a common patient record for a seamless transition from pregnancy to delivery and postpartum care. If a c-section or other intervention is needed, UCSF OB-GYNs perform it in collaboration with the Millie midwives.
Do you take insurance? Which plans?
Millie currently accepts PPO plans from Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, GEHA, and HealthNet, as well as some local networks. In Berkeley, Millie accepts HMO plans via Brown & Toland (now Altais) and Hill Physicians. Millie also accepts some Medi-Cal plans via Alameda Alliance for Health (AAH).
For help confirming coverage or finding in-network options, contact berkeleysupport@millieclinic.com.
What will I pay for my care?
All clinical appointments, lab tests, ultrasounds, and the labor and delivery experience at Alta Bates Hospital are billed to insurance. In-network lactation services are also offered and accepted by most major insurance plans, including Medicaid. There is no extra charge for the Millie app, remote monitoring devices (e.g., blood pressure cuff), or group sessions and messaging with a Millie Guide (a practice-embedded doula). Consultations for supportive care such as educational classes, workshops, postpartum groups, therapy, and nutrition are not currently covered by insurance and are paid out of pocket (may be HSA/FSA eligible).
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